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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

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Justice Advocate

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Researching legislative issues related to youth incarceration and sentencing.
  • Engaging in outreach to legislators, sharing compelling stories and advocating for change.
  • Participating in community events, workshops, and campaigns to raise awareness about the issue.
  • Collaborating with our team to develop effective advocacy strategies.


Social Media Advocate

Responsibilities:

  • Create and curate content for various social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) to highlight the importance of reforming juvenile sentencing laws.
  • Share news, articles, and graphics related to our mission to educate and inform followers.
  • Craft compelling captions and hashtags to maximize the reach and impact of our posts.
  • Engage with comments, messages, and interactions from our audience to foster meaningful conversations.
  • Participate in social media campaigns and initiatives to raise awareness and drive action.
  • Collaborate with the communications team to align messaging and branding.


We are always looking for volunteers that are compassionate, hard-working, and want to change the world. Are you that person?


View our current needs and use our volunteer sign-up form to express your interest in supporting the cause!


Overview of Volunteer Roles:


  • Content Creation: Volunteers skilled in writing, graphic design, video production, and other forms of content creation to help craft impactful messages and materials.


  • Social Media Advocacy: Individuals who can use their personal social media platforms to promote PleadThe8th's mission, raise awareness, and engage with a wider audience.


  • Outreach to Lawmakers: Volunteers to engage with lawmakers on social media, send emails, and advocate for legislative changes that align with PleadThe8th's goals.


  • Research: Individuals who can conduct research on state laws, recent reforms, and other relevant topics to support the organization's advocacy efforts.


  • Blog Contributors: Writers who can contribute articles and posts related to the organization's mission, sharing stories, insights, and updates.


  • Grant Research & Applications: Volunteers to identify potential grant opportunities and assist in the grant application process to secure funding.


  • Partnership Development: Individuals who can help in finding sponsors, partners, and collaborators to support and amplify PleadThe8th's initiatives.
  • Event Coordination: Organizers for rallies, seminars, and other events, especially related to upcoming review hearings for juveniles.


  • Media Outreach: Volunteers to write to media outlets, seeking coverage and investigation into the injustices faced by juveniles in the criminal justice system.


  • Fundraising: Individuals who can assist with fundraising efforts, organize campaigns, and engage with potential donors.


  • Reentry Support Program Development: Volunteers to help develop and implement programs that support individuals reentering society after long-term incarceration since childhood.


  • Mentorship: Those with relevant experience or backgrounds to provide guidance and mentorship to individuals affected by the criminal justice system.


  • Administrative Support: Volunteers to assist with day-to-day operations, data entry, and other organizational tasks.


  • Community Engagement: Individuals to represent PleadThe8th at community events, schools, and other platforms to spread awareness and gather support.


  • Legal Advocacy: Those with legal backgrounds to provide insights, support legislative efforts, and assist in understanding complex legal matters.

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Having trouble with the form? Send an email to: volunteer@pleadthe8th.com

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