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ORGANIZATION: Idealist.org

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Recruiting Organization: NYC Department of Records and Information Services (DORIS)

Increase your knowledge of New York City history, learn more about archival work and help a diverse public access the records and resources of NYC government by becoming a volunteer at the NYC Department of Records & Information Services.

The NYC Department of Records and Information Services (DORIS) preserves and provides public access to historical and contemporary records and information about New York City government through the Municipal Archives and Library, with historical collections dating back to the 1600s. The world-class collections of the Municipal Archives include over 1.6 million images as well as unique photographs, maps, documents, motion picture and audio recordings that are accessible to the public. The Municipal Library contains more than 400,000 unique reports, books, periodicals and documents about New York City government.

 We are looking for motivated volunteers to help us provide the public with free access to the records of New York City government and expand the resources available to K-12 students and educators who use the collections of the Municipal Archives and Library.

By helping us achieve our goals, volunteers will have the opportunity to enhance their own understanding and appreciation of our city’s rich history and resources while contributing to the education and engagement of New York City’s many unique communities.  

Responsibilities May Include: 

  • Creating curriculum aides using primary sources;
  • Conducting research; 
  • Language translation of the holdings in the Library and Archives.

If you are interested in signing up and learning more about this volunteer position, please fill out our Educational Volunteer Sign-Up Form which can be found here: 

https://forms.office.com/g/MZFz65xWFr

Requirements

Volunteer should:

  • Have good communication skills
  • Have experience in education and/or curriculum development;
  • Have experience with conducting research and drafting documents.

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Fee Amount: None

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Location:

389 5th Ave, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10016, US

Mission Statement

To bridge the gap between intention and action in order to bring about social impact.

Description

Idealist is a leading online global resource for finding jobs in the nonprofit sector, as well as volunteer opportunities and graduate school programs for social impact.

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Community
Politics
Children & Youth, Community, Politics

WHEN

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WHERE

31 Chambers StreetNew York, NY 10007

(40.71353,-74.00428)
 

SKILLS

  • Human Resources Diversity
  • Public Advocacy

GOOD FOR

  • Kids
  • Teens
  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • WEEKDAYS, FEW_HOURS_WEEK

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