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The Borgen Project believes that leaders of the most powerful nations should be doing more to address global poverty. The national campaign works to make poverty a focus of U.S., Canadian, and U.K. foreign policy.
The role focuses on making poverty a focus of U.S., Canadian and U.K. foreign policy. This is a part‑time, 12‑hour per week, 12‑week unpaid remote programme. If your availability is limited, you can work ahead and complete the programme in fewer weeks.
Responsibilities
* Leading public and political outreach in your state and district.
* Meeting with members of Congress/Government in your state/district/constituency.
* Representing The Borgen Project at various business, political and community events.
* Assisting with fundraising. Create a personal fundraising campaign and meet targets.
* Mobilizing individuals to contact their members of Government in support of key poverty‑reduction legislation.
* Speaking to groups, classes and organizations.
* Writing letters of support for key programs to political leaders, media and other groups.
Experience
No prior experience is necessary; we’re looking for people who are passionate about fighting poverty and righting wrongs, regardless of your GPA/background.
Details
This is an unpaid programme, although college credit is available.
Start Date
New programmes begin every month; you choose the month you wish to start.
Seniority Level
Associate
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