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Volunteer Opportunity: Writing Workshop Facilitator
ORGANIZATION: The Love Story Media, Inc.
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2 people are interested
Volunteer Opportunity: Writing Workshop Facilitator
Commitment: 3 hours per week for 15 weeks
Location: Online or in person within your local community
About Us:
The Love Story Media, Inc. is dedicated to fostering creativity, self-expression, and community engagement through the power of writing. Our workshops provide a supportive space where individuals from diverse backgrounds can explore their voice, feel and heal, while sharing their stories.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Writing Workshop Facilitator to lead weekly workshops for our participants. The facilitator will guide participants through writing exercises, encourage sharing, and resonating to help them develop their voice. If you have a love for storytelling, a desire to inspire others, and experience in leading groups, we’d love to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
- Facilitate a weekly 1-hour writing workshop for a group of participants three times a week.
- Facilitate with writing prompts, space to journal, and energy to inspire creativity.
- Provide constructive, supportive prompting to help participants on their writing.
- Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment where all participants feel valued.
- Offer guidance on writing prompts, style, and storytelling.
- Collaborate with the Writing Director to track participants' progress and address any challenges.
- Commit to 3 hours a week, including prep time, for the duration of 15-weeks.
Qualifications:
- Strong background in creative writing (fiction, poetry, memoir, etc.) or experience as a professional writer.
- Prior experience facilitating writing workshops or teaching writing.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to create an encouraging and supportive environment for writers of all skill levels.
- Commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within the group.
- Passion for helping others express themselves through writing.
Benefits:
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals' creative journeys.
- Gain experience in leading workshops and developing a writing community.
- Be part of a supportive and creative team dedicated to making a difference.
- Potential for additional opportunities within [organization's name].
How to Apply:
If you're interested in volunteering as a Writing Workshop Facilitator, please send your resume and a brief statement of interest to Christina.M@thelovestory.org by October 25, 2024.
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About The Love Story Media, Inc.
Location:
215 Arena St., El Segundo, CA 90245, US
Mission Statement
The Love Story validates and inspires the broken hearted to transform the pain of loss into creative expression. We aim to take away the stigma of depression and lower suicidal ideations associated with grief by transforming our pain into art.
Description
We produce showcases, journals, and journaling resources to inspire the broken hearted to transform pain into passion.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
September 25, 2024
SKILLS
- Literacy / Reading
- Mental Health
- Curating
- Adult Education
- Reading / Writing
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16
- 3 hours per week
- Have a passion for creative writing, journaling, and helping others.