Connecting Lives: International Crisis Resources List for 7Cups
(1/2/24 NOTE: This project is on hold. Sorry for the inconvenience!)
Hello 7Cups Community!
I’m excited to invite compassionate listeners like you all to be a part of a meaningful project and team: the 7Cups Crisis Resources Team! The goal of this project is to compile a comprehensive list of international crisis resources to support 7Cups users globally, as we have noticed crisis resources for some countries are more limited than for others.
As it is just currently myself on the team, I am looking for other interested listeners to join and assist with compiling and entering information, or to assist with the admin and logistics of the project.
✅ Requirements
- Adult Verified Listener
- Be a part of 7Cups for 2+ months (No Newbie badge)
- Commitment to dedicating 1-2 hours/month during the first phase (less frequent commitment needed in the second phase)
- No Behavioral Reports in the last 3 months
💜 Qualities you should have
- Passionate about mental health and crisis resources
- Responsive and effective in a collaborative team environment
- Detail-oriented for accurate data entry
- Basic tech skills for online tools, specifically Google Docs and Google Sheets
- Clear and effective communication
- Initiative and contribution to project improvement
Special Request - If there are any listeners who are familiar with coding, specifically setting up user searchable databases using GitHub/Notion etc, please reach out to me as I would like to explore the idea of collating the data into a database as opposed to a Google Doc/Sheet. This is currently an idea and not part of the project.🤍
📄 Team Member Duties
There are two phases you can join, depending on whether you’d like to help with data compilation or administrative side:
Short Term Commitment - Phase 1: Data Compilation (Estimated 1-3 months)
For those who wish to assist with Data Compilation:
- Responsibilities:
- Identify 3-5 major hotlines/resources per country for suicide/self-harm/general emergencies that adhere to our trustworthiness guidelines.
- Countries to Cover: There are 195 countries on the list, and we aim to cover as many as possible.
- Data Entry: Input information into the Google Document/Sheet, including the hotline’s name, contact details (number, etc.), operating hours, website, and any other pertinent details.
- Quota: No monthly quota; contribute as much as you can. Active participation is appreciated throughout the compilation phase. Afterward, feel free to leave the team if needed, as only a few listeners will assist with upkeep. If you are inactive for more than 6 weeks, you will be required to reapply.
- Cheers: Earn 10 cheers per resource captured/entered correctly.
- Identify 3-5 major hotlines/resources per country for suicide/self-harm/general emergencies that adhere to our trustworthiness guidelines.
For those who wish to assist with the administrative duties:
- Responsibilities:
- Application Tracking: Maintain an accurate and up-to-date record of team members and their applications using the designated Google Sheet.
- Data Compilation Dashboard: Monitor the data compilation dashboard in Google Sheets and promptly address any issues, errors, or concerns related to data compilation to uphold accuracy
- Communication
- Facilitate effective communication among team members by relaying important updates, changes, or announcements.
- Act as a liaison between data compilation team members and project leadership, ensuring a smooth flow of information.
- Country Resource Assistance: Contact listeners from countries where we are facing challenges in finding crisis resources for assistance with obtaining crisis resources for that region and/or verification of resources, etc
- Cheers: TBD
This role is suited for those with an experience and understanding of working with Google Sheets, and that are comfortable with reaching out to listeners.
Long Term Commitment - Phase 2: Updates, Upkeep, and Diversification of the List (3+ months)
For those who wish to assist with Admin: Updates & Upkeep
- Responsibilities:
- Monitoring Responses: A Google Form will be introduced for 7Cups users to add, edit or correct information on the list. Team members will monitor the Google Form responses.
- Update Frequency: Regularly update the resources list every 1-2 months to incorporate user submissions and ensure the list remains accurate and relevant.
- Cheers: Earn 10 cheers per edit/correction/addition made.
For those who wish to assist with Data Compilation: Diversification
- Responsibilities
- Compile resources for specific issues such as domestic violence, sexual assault, etc., with the same format for compiling the information as Phase 1.
- Cheers: Earn 10 cheers per resource captured/entered correctly.
💗 Why Join?
- Empower 7Cups users during crisis situations
- Strengthen community support within 7Cups
- Extend 7Cups' reach to an international audience
- Reduce barriers to help-seeking
👉 Interested? Please fill out this Google Form!
👉 If you have any questions, please message Lunaire00.
👉 The Admin contact for this project is @Heather225
A special and huge thank you to @Suryansh for assisting with the project and helping me make it a reality! 💜
Thank you for your interest, and I look forward to making a positive impact together! 🤍🌷