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The Parliament of the World's Religions is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. No Parliament is like the other, but one constant is the amazing work and dedication that our volunteers contribute to making each conference unforgettable.
The 9th Parliament of the World's Religions is gathering in Chicago, USA from August 14th through August 18th for the 2023 Parliament of the World's Religions. Volunteers are needed to assist in the lead-up to and during the event.
Any individual interested in volunteering for the 2023 Parliament of the World's Religions is required to:
Complete a background check or provide a copy of a recent background check.
Register for the 2023 Parliament of the World's Religions
Complete Training
17 Shifts
All shifts have expired
Fri Aug 18, 2023-evening /
05:00 PM to 08:00 PM
-Spots available: 10+
Fri Aug 18, 2023-afternoon /
12:00 PM to 04:45 PM
-Spots available: 10+
Fri Aug 18, 2023-morning /
06:00 AM to 11:45 AM
-Spots available: 10+
Thu Aug 17, 2023-evening /
05:00 PM to 08:00 PM
-Spots available: 10+
Thu Aug 17, 2023-afternoon /
12:00 PM to 04:45 PM
-Spots available: 10+
Thu Aug 17, 2023-morning /
06:00 AM to 11:45 AM
-Spots available: 10+
Wed Aug 16, 2023-evening /
05:00 PM to 08:00 PM
-Spots available: 10+
Wed Aug 16, 2023-afternoon /
12:00 PM to 04:45 PM
-Spots available: 10+
Wed Aug 16, 2023-morning /
06:00 AM to 11:45 AM
-Spots available: 10+
Tue Aug 15, 2023-evening /
05:00 PM to 08:00 PM
-Spots available: 10+
Tue Aug 15, 2023-afternoon /
12:00 PM to 04:45 PM
-Spots available: 10+
Tue Aug 15, 2023-morning /
06:00 AM to 11:45 AM
-Spots available: 10+
Mon Aug 14, 2023-evening /
05:00 PM to 08:00 PM
-Spots available: 10+
Mon Aug 14, 2023-afternoon /
12:00 PM to 04:45 PM
-Spots available: 10+
Mon Aug 14, 2023-morning /
06:00 AM to 11:45 AM
-Spots available: 10+
Sun Aug 13, 2023-evening /
05:00 PM to 07:00 PM
-Spots available: 10+
Sun Aug 13, 2023-afternoon /
12:00 PM to 04:45 PM
-Spots available: 10+
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Parliament of the World's Religions
Location:
70 East Lake Street, Suite 230, Chicago, IL 60601, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to cultivate harmony between the world's religions and spiritual communities and foster their engagement with the world and it's other guiding institutions (education, commerce, goverment, healthcare, etc.).
Description
The vision of the Parliament of the World's Religions is of a just, peaceful and sustainable world in which:
Religious and spiritual communities live in harmony and contribute to a better world from their riches of wisdom and compassion.
Religious and cultural fears and hatreds are replaced with understanding and respect.
People everywhere come to know and care for their neighbors.
The richness of human and religious diversity is woven into the fabric of communal, civil, societal and global life.
The world's most powerful and influential institutions move beyond narrow self-interest to realize common good.
The Earth and all life are cherished, protected, healed and restored.
All people commit to living out their highest values and aspirations.
CAUSE AREAS
Advocacy & Human Rights
Environment
Faith-Based
Advocacy & Human Rights,
Environment,
Faith-Based
WHEN
Sun Aug 13, 2023 - Sat Aug 19, 2023
06:00 AM - 09:00 PM
This opportunity has 17 shifts
WHERE
2301 South Doctor Martin Luther King Junior DriveChicago, IL60616
(41.85129,-87.61994)
DATE POSTED
May 3, 2023
SKILLS
Administrative Support
Customer Service
Program Management
Transactions
Ushering
Problem Solving
GOOD FOR
People 55+
Group
REQUIREMENTS
Background Check
Must be at least 18
Orientation or Training
Minimum of 20 hours during the week.
Individuals who volunteer 20+ hours from August 13th through August 18th at the 2023 Parliament can attend the event for a reduced fee of $50 USD. In addition to the registration cost, volunteers are expected to pay for their background check.
