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Are you looking to learn about tech reuse and recycling, and how it can increase digital inclusion, promote a circular economy, and build community capacity within Toronto?
Free Geek Toronto offers a range of educational resources, including workshops on in-demand topics and volunteer opportunities that let volunteers engage in meaningful work that lets them grow their own skills and knowledge while helping us keep technology accessible.
Have you ever wondered what's going on inside a computer? Ever wanted to take apart a computer to see? This workshop is your chance! Free Geek Toronto is a non-profit organization dedicated to getting unwanted computers and electronics back into working condition. During this workshop, we'll go over what's inside a computer, how to properly open a desktop, and safety guidelines to follow when it comes to working with electronics. This program is designed to allow small groups (2-3 participants) to collaborate while taking apart the desktops.
Volunteers have always been involved in FGT’s operations, including:
Technology Reuse & Recycling
Marketing & Communications
Report/Grant Writing
Events
Workshops & Education
Volunteers help with many aspects of our operations, including marketing and communication, acting as ambassadors for our mission, sorting through the tech donations for usable items, and running workshops.
There’s more to being a volunteer at Free Geek Toronto than simply refurbishing computers!
Free Geek Toronto offers employment and volunteer opportunities to build-skills around computer hardware and open-source software. People get hands-on experience working directly with hardware, building troubleshooting skills, and technical knowledge. Our employment opportunities emphasize people who face barriers to access. From time to time we also run workshops for libraries, community groups, and other non-profits
For teams that meet virtually, we ask you be available for 1 meeting per month. For in-person sessions, be available once every 2 months (more is welcome). You can do more and even volunteer in multiple ways, whatever you have time for.
The first step to volunteering at Free Geek Toronto is to register and attend one of our virtual Volunteer Information Sessions. They usually occur once a month (except for July and December).
Please note that to volunteer at Free Geek Toronto you have to be over the age of 18.
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