Register Now for Naperville Area Humane Society Volunteer Opportunity for Teens

The Naperville Area Humane Society (NAHS) is pleased to offer the teens in the community an exciting opportunity to become involved in the field of animal welfare, both locally and nationally, by spending time at the Naperville Area Humane Society during spring break 2011.

“We know that teens want to be involved in making a difference in the lives of animals, and this program will show them how,” said Angie Wood, executive director at NAHS. “The program, which has been offered since 2009, is so popular that kids are returning year after year to participate.”

NAHS accepts only 10 teens for the Spring Break Junior Internship program, so space is extremely limited. The program is a week-long journey of hands-on work with the animals, along with discussions about animal welfare issues and learning how to turn passion into action.
This internship will open their eyes and focus on issues that affect animals and the environment in the world today.

NAHS’ Spring Break Junior Internship program runs March 28 through April 1, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Naperville Area Humane Society. Registration is now open; the fee is $95 and includes a t-shirt, materials and snacks.

To register, visit NAHS’ website, www.NapervilleAreaHumaneSociety.org or visit the shelter at 1620 W. Diehl Road in Naperville. Please contact Terri Hancock, humane education manager, at 630-420-8989 ext 117 for more information about this program or any other of NAHS’ humane education offerings.
Naperville Area Humane Society is a private, not-for-profit organization founded in 1979 to develop and implement animal welfare programs and services within Naperville and the surrounding area.

NAHS’ goal is to protect animals and to prevent animal suffering. While providing shelter and adoption programs for homeless animals, NAHS also strives to educate the community on compassion, respect, and kindness toward all living things.