Volunteer with
Valluvam

Your skills, time, and energy can make a direct difference in the lives of Tamil families in Sri Lanka — and in the Tamil diaspora community here in Canada.

Volunteers are the lifeblood of Valluvam

Valluvam is run almost entirely by volunteers — dedicated people who give their time and expertise because they believe in the mission. Without volunteers, our programs simply could not exist at the scale and quality they do today.

Whether you bring professional expertise, technical skills, creative talent, or simply time and enthusiasm — there is a meaningful role for you. We match volunteers to opportunities based on skills, availability, and interest, and we invest in supporting our volunteers throughout their involvement.

Volunteering with Valluvam isn't just about giving — it's about belonging to a community of people who are changing lives together.

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Business days to hear back

Volunteer roles at Valluvam

We match every volunteer to the right opportunity — here's an overview of the areas where we most need support.

Healthcare & Social Work

Support our Malarum Mangaiyar and Kudil Mempadu programs with professional health and social work expertise.

Nursing Social Work Mental Health MSW / RSW

Education & Teaching

Tutor children, run literacy workshops, or help develop educational materials for Kumaran Kudil and Ara-Vali.

Teaching Tutoring Curriculum Tamil Language

Construction & Engineering

Support Kudil Mempadu's housing program with construction planning, assessment, or hands-on building work in Sri Lanka.

BEng. Construction Architecture Project Mgmt.

Communications & Media

Help Valluvam tell its story — through social media, photography, video, writing, or graphic design.

Social Media Photography Writing Design Video

Fundraising & Events

Help organise fundraisers, community events, and diaspora chapter activities that sustain our programs.

Event Planning Fundraising Grant Writing Outreach

Technology & Web

Support Valluvam's digital presence — website maintenance, database management, or software tools for our programs.

Web Dev HTML / CSS Data IT Support

Apply to volunteer

Fill in the form and we'll be in touch within 5 business days with opportunities that match your skills and availability.

All volunteers are screened and onboarded by our volunteer coordinator. We provide orientation, ongoing support, and clear expectations for every role.

Volunteering in Sri Lanka

If you're interested in travelling to Sri Lanka to volunteer directly with our village programs, please mention this in your application. We'll discuss logistics, timing, and what to expect on the ground.

Volunteer application

We'll match you to the right opportunity based on your skills.

Volunteer FAQ

Not necessarily. While Tamil language skills are helpful for direct community work in Sri Lanka, many volunteer roles — particularly in communications, technology, fundraising, and events — don't require it. We'll be clear about language requirements for each specific role.
Absolutely. Many of our volunteer roles are fully remote — including social media management, graphic design, writing, grant research, and web support. You can make a meaningful contribution from anywhere.
It depends on the role. Some positions require just a few hours a month, while others are more intensive. We discuss expectations clearly during onboarding and work around your schedule wherever possible. Even occasional contributions matter.
For most volunteer roles, we welcome anyone 16 and over. Volunteers under 18 may need parental consent for certain roles. For positions involving travel to Sri Lanka or direct work with children, we require volunteers to be 18 or older.
Yes. Valluvam is happy to provide reference letters and volunteer hours documentation for those who need them. We also recognise our volunteers publicly (with permission) on our website and social channels. Your contribution is valued and we want to reflect that.

Ready to make a difference?

Apply above or reach out directly — we'd love to welcome you to the Valluvam family.