RESPONSIBILITIES OF CSC
COMMUNITY SERVICE GROUPS
The Center for Social Concern supports over 60 student-led groups, each of which focuses on direct service to the
Baltimore community. CSC student groups provide valuable opportunities for students to be actively engaged
members of the Baltimore community. Our involved students grow and develop necessary skills to become successful
leaders and social justice advocates throughout their careers at JHU and beyond. Our students engaged with service
find that it is one of the most rewarding activities they participate in during their college career, and we hope you have
a similar experience.
Community Responsibilities
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Uphold the CSC’s mission of “In the community, with the community”. As a Community Service Group,
your group is expected to address community-identified needs through sustainable, safe, and respectful service.
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Be punctual and responsible. CSC Groups are responsible for communicating regularly with community
partners, especially regarding planned or unplanned absences, paperwork, or other issues.
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Respect the privacy of all clients. Community Service Group volunteers are expected to respect the privacy of
the clients whom they serve. This includes not sharing confidential information you might be privy to (such as
organizational files, full names, or personal stories). Only take photographs in accordance with the policy outlined
in this manual, and always ask for permission.
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Be flexible and proactive. Since nonprofit organizations often do significant work with limited resources,
sometimes situations might be unpredictable at your partner site. Remaining flexible is essential.
University Responsibilities
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Register Annually. Every Community Service Group is required to register annually in order to maintain its status
as an “Active Group”.
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Report on Service. Throughout the year, Community Service Groups must submit several reports and documents
in order to keep the CSC updated on their work. A complete list of annual report requirements and deadlines can
be found in group registration.
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Respond to the CSC. Groups must make a timely effort to respond to requests for information from CSC staff
advisors and group management interns.
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Be good stewards of financial resources. CSC/France-Merrick funds are intended to support direct service in
the city of Baltimore. Student groups may only spend budget allocations in accordance with the financial
regulations outlined in this manual. Failure to comply with the policies contained in this manual might jeopardize
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