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From CNN to The Huffington Post, the world is talking about the innovative movement that is downsizing global poverty. The Borgen Project believes that leaders of the most powerful nations on earth should be doing more to address global poverty. The national campaign is working to make poverty a focus of U.S. and U.K. foreign policy.
Are you passionate about making a difference in the world?
The Borgen Project is an international organization that works at the political level to improve living conditions for people impacted by war, famine, and poverty.
With 20 years of experience in advocacy, The Borgen Project has supported the passage of numerous bills benefiting nearly 500 million people in developing countries.
Position: Advocate
This is a great entry-level volunteer position for someone looking to be part of The Borgen Project.
Key Responsibilities
1. Serve as an ambassador for the world’s poor. Build awareness of issues and ways people can help.
2. Manage and implement fundraising campaigns.
3. Represent The Borgen Project in your city by attending events and engaging people in the cause.
4. Contact government leaders to support key poverty-reduction programs.
Qualifications
1. Excellent communication skills (oral, written, presentation).
2. Ability to self-manage and prioritize tasks.
Details
* Location: U.S., U.K., and Canada
* Salary: Unpaid
* Duration: 3 months
* Hours: 4 hours per week
* Start Date: Flexible; new programs begin every month, you choose your start month
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