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We are so glad you found us. At MCRC, we believe in the power of community-led conflict resolution and restorative practice. Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do, helping to strengthen relationships, build shared capacity, and support community-defined solutions. We deeply appreciate your willingness to contribute your time, skills, and care.

Because we are a small but mighty team, we welcome new volunteers in cohorts. This approach allows us to build strong relationships, provide thoughtful orientation, and steward our resources responsibly, ensuring every volunteer feels supported and prepared to contribute meaningfully.

General Interest

Strengthening MCRC's capacity to engage communities, share resources, and maintain smooth operations.
Apply for general support

About the Role

Assist with outreach, communications, administrative tasks, or event support.

Commitment

  • Flexible hours that you set with us.
  • A common starting point. Many volunteers move on into the mediator or restorative roles from here.

Mediator Volunteer Program

Supporting self-determination and equitable agreements through impartial, structured processes.
Apply to be a mediator

About the Role

Facilitate community mediations, helping individuals and groups collaboratively resolve conflict.

Commitment

  • We provide the 40 hours of Maryland Rule 17 training free. You do not need it before you apply.
  • The training runs once a year, over about a month of evenings and weekends.
  • Afterwards, one to two cases a month, with ongoing mentorship and peer support.

Restorative Facilitator

Center participant voice, choice, and community-defined solutions in restorative processes.
Apply for restorative work

About the Role

In this role, you will facilitate dialogue between parties, helping them to hear one another and work towards mutually agreeable solutions. You may also have the opportunity to support the center through outreach and educational presentations.

Commitment

  • We provide around 20 hours of restorative facilitation training free.
  • Continued support through mentorship and peer learning.

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Volunteers at MCRC are valued collaborators. Your contribution helps:

  • Build equitable access to conflict resolution and restorative practices
  • Strengthen community networks and collective capacity
  • Foster mutual support and shared learning among staff, volunteers, and partners