Political Affairs Programme
The Borgen Project is an international organisation that works at the political level to improve living conditions for people impacted by war, famine and poverty. With 20 years of experience in the advocacy space, we have supported the passage of numerous bills that have benefited close to 500 million people in developing countries.
The role focuses on making poverty a focus of U.S., Canadian and U.K. foreign policy. This part‑time program is 12 hours per week, lasts 12 weeks, and is unpaid and remote. If your availability is limited, you can work ahead and complete the program in fewer weeks.
Responsibilities
* Lead public and political outreach in your state and district.
* Meet with members of Congress / government in your state/district/constituency.
* Represent The Borgen Project at various business, political and community events.
* Assist with fundraising by creating a personal fundraising campaign and meeting targets.
* Mobilize individuals to contact their members of government in support of key poverty‑reduction legislation.
* Speak to groups, classes and organizations.
* Write letters of support for key programs to political leaders, media and other groups.
Experience
No prior experience is necessary; passionate support for fighting poverty and righting wrongs is what we’re looking for. You can bring any background or GPA.
Details
This is an unpaid program, although college credit is available.
Start Date
New programs begin every month. Choose the month you wish to start.
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