Hi! Maggy and Kelsey here from the Volunteer Experience Team!
In recognition of Volunteer Appreciation Month, we wanted to extend a huge amount of gratitude to all of our volunteers in the Crisis Text Line Community. The compassion, emotional energy, and space that you offer to our texters every day makes the incredible work that we do possible.
So many of us come to the field of mental health and crisis intervention because we want to make a difference, and that is exactly what you are doing every time you click the “Help Another Texter” button. It’s a privilege to be able to support you, and be here with you as you take on this important role.
We know that this work can be difficult at times, and your willingness to hold other peoples’ pain and be there for them in some of their toughest moments is something truly remarkable. The Volunteer Experience team is so thankful that you’re there for texters, showing them that they are not alone when they have those hard moments.
You should all be so incredibly proud of yourselves for the work you’re doing. Our team will be sharing some words of appreciation in the comments to thank you for your empathy and compassion. You are doing such valuable work and we appreciate you immensely.
