Zomi Community Organization
Supporting Communities, Transforming Lives
Supporting Communities, Transforming Lives
Dedicated individuals making a difference in the Zomi community
Our 2022 volunteer team at our first hybrid orientation meeting
Our 2022 volunteer team consisted of 45 dedicated individuals who led our transition to a hybrid service model combining in-person and virtual support. This adaptive team balanced safety considerations with the growing need for direct community engagement.
The 2022 team skillfully combined digital innovation with returning in-person services to maximize our impact. They focused on rebuilding community connections, addressing accumulated needs, and developing sustainable models for long-term community resilience.
We are deeply grateful for the time, skills, and dedication our 2022 volunteers contributed during this transitional year, creating sustainable support systems and rebuilding community connections.
Guiding and coordinating our volunteer efforts
Volunteer Coordinator
Overseeing all volunteer programs and coordinating the transition to hybrid service delivery. Mary developed protocols for safe in-person activities while maintaining effective virtual services.
Training Director
Developing and implementing training programs for volunteers in both virtual and in-person service contexts. Paul created flexible learning pathways to equip volunteers with needed skills.
Community Resilience Manager
Coordinating programs focused on long-term community strength and preparedness. Elizabeth developed initiatives to build sustainable support systems and increase community self-sufficiency.
Volunteers organized by area of service
9 dedicated volunteers supporting medical needs
Healthcare Coordinator
Medical Translator
Nurse Volunteer
Mental Health Advocate
Additional dedicated healthcare volunteers
The healthcare team established monthly in-person health clinics while maintaining virtual consultation options. They placed special emphasis on mental health support, creating a peer counseling program and wellness workshops to address pandemic-related stresses.
11 dedicated teachers and educational support volunteers
Education Coordinator
Hybrid Learning Specialist
Mathematics Teacher
Learning Support Specialist
Additional dedicated education volunteers
The education team developed a hybrid learning model that combined in-person tutoring sessions with digital resources. They focused on addressing learning gaps, creating academic recovery plans, and supporting students through transitional educational challenges.
8 dedicated case managers and support volunteers
Social Services Coordinator
Case Manager
Housing Specialist
Employment Connector
Additional dedicated social services volunteers
The social services team established a comprehensive case management system to address complex needs. They developed particular focus on housing stability, employment connections, and financial literacy training to strengthen family resilience.
6 volunteers supporting leadership development, skills training, and entrepreneurship for women, led by coordinator Anna Mung.
5 volunteers organizing mentorship, recreational activities, and youth leadership development, led by coordinator Joshua Kam.
4 volunteers organizing cultural events, language classes, and intergenerational knowledge sharing, led by coordinator David Lian.
4 volunteers developing preparedness initiatives, community gardens, and sustainable resource sharing, led by coordinator Elizabeth Nuam.
Measuring the difference our volunteers made during a transitional year
"Our 2022 volunteer team showed remarkable adaptability during this transitional year. They successfully balanced safety with the increasing need for direct community engagement, and developed innovative hybrid approaches that combined the best of virtual and in-person services. Their commitment to building sustainable community support systems has created lasting positive impact."
- Mary Chen, Volunteer CoordinatorCelebrating outstanding contributions in 2022
Education Department
For developing the hybrid learning model that addressed learning gaps and supported students through transitional academic challenges while making education accessible to all.
Healthcare Department
For establishing the mental health support program that addressed pandemic-related stress and created a sustainable peer counseling network to support community wellbeing.
Community Resilience Department
For developing initiatives that strengthened long-term community self-sufficiency, including community gardens, resource sharing networks, and preparedness training.
On December 10, 2022, we held our first hybrid Volunteer Appreciation Celebration to honor the contributions of our volunteers. The event combined in-person gathering with virtual participation options, featuring community testimonials, award presentations, and cultural performances.
The celebration highlighted the innovative approaches developed by our volunteers during this transitional year and recognized their commitment to rebuilding community connections while maintaining safety and accessibility.
Become part of our next volunteer team
Inspired by our 2022 volunteer team? We're currently recruiting volunteers for 2023. Whether you have specialized skills or simply a heart to serve, there's a place for you in our community.
Applications open: January 15, 2023
Orientation sessions: February 2023
Training programs: February-March 2023
Healthcare professionals
Educators and tutors
Case managers
Youth mentors
Cultural knowledge bearers
Join our volunteer team and help us continue to serve and empower the Zomi community.
Apply to Volunteer Today