Why Volunteer with BARCC?
You’ll be making a meaningful impact on the lives of sexual violence survivors. You’ll also connect with a dedicated community, contribute to a safer Massachusetts and develop skills for a career in social justice and advocacy.
Our volunteers are a diverse group of individuals from all age groups, level of experience and walks for life. What unites them is a shared commitment to supporting survivors with compassion and empowering communities through education and advocacy.
You can sign up to join our monthly information session and learn more about becoming a BARCC volunteer.

Interested in Volunteering at BARCC?
Comprehensive Training
Direct service volunteers are required to attend our 40-hour rape crisis counselor training which will empower you with the skills and tools you need to serve survivors.
Spring 2026
Direct Service Volunteer Training
To become a direct service volunteer, you must attend all training sessions listed below, unless noted otherwise.
- Saturday, May 16 | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (in person)
- Monday, May 18 | 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. (virtual)
- Wednesday, May 20 | 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. (virtual)
- Tuesday, May 26 | 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. (virtual)
- Thursday May 28 | 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. (virtual)
- Monday June 1 | 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. (virtual)
- Wednesday June 3 | 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. (virtual)
- Saturday June 6 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. (in person) Medical Advocacy Only
- Sunday June 7 | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (in person) Hotlines – 24/7, Webchat, ISSP Only
- Saturday June 13 | 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (in person) Medical Advocacy Only
Summer 2026
Direct Service Volunteer Training
To become a direct service volunteer, you must attend all training sessions listed below, unless noted otherwise.
- Monday, August 17 | 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (virtual)
- Tuesday August 18 | 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (virtual)
- Wednesday, August 19 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (virtual)
- Thursday, August 20 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (virtual)
- Friday, August 21 | 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (virtual)
- Saturday, August 22 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. (in person) Medical Advocacy Only
- Saturday, August 29 | 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (in person) Medical Advocacy Only
- Sunday, August 30 | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (in person) Hotline – 24/7, Webchat, ISSP Only
Fall 2026
Direct Service Volunteer Training
To become a direct service volunteer, you must attend all training sessions listed below, unless noted otherwise.
- Saturday, October 17 | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (in person)
- Monday, October 19 | 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. (virtual)
- Wednesday, October 21 | 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. (virtual)
- Tuesday, October 27 | 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. (virtual)
- Thursday, October 29 | 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. (virtual)
- Monday, November 2 | 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. (virtual)
- Wednesday, November 4 | 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. (virtual)
- Saturday, November 7 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. (in person) Medical Advocacy Only
- Sunday, November 8 | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (in person) Hotline – 24/7, Webchat, ISSP Only
- Saturday, November 14 | 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (in person) Medical Advocacy Only
Apply to be a BARCC Volunteer
Thank you for your commitment to ending sexual violence through healing and social change! Volunteering at BARCC is a rewarding experience that brings all those involved into contact with the incredible resilience of survivors and our community.
Please fill out our short application below. It takes most volunteers 15 minutes or less to complete, and a BARCC team member will be in touch with you soon. We schedule interviews one month before trainings begin. Items marked with a red star are required; all other items are optional.
If you have any questions about this application, please email volunteer@barcc.org.