Volunteer: Director of Training and Innovation

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Imagine working at the crossroads of innovation and humanity, connecting leaders and luminaries from around the world with the untapped potential of incarcerated people. San Quentin SkunkWorks, a trailblazing innovation lab, is looking for an volunteer Director of Training and Innovation-a visionary connector who thrives on building partnerships that transform lives and redefine the criminal justice system.

About Us

San Quentin SkunkWorks is unlike any organization you’ve encountered. We are a think tank and innovation lab inside San Quentin State Prison, where incarcerated people collaborate with outside professionals to design cutting-edge solutions to systemic challenges. Through workshops, mentorship, and transformative programs, we foster creativity and leadership that drive meaningful change. Our programs have inspired renowned scholars from leading institutions, White House policymakers, and luminaries from the tech and film industries to engage with our work and support our mission.

The Role

As the Director of Training and Innovation, you will be the bridge between our incarcerated innovators and the world outside. You’ll identify, engage, and recruit the best professionals-experts who can contribute their skills and perspectives to our groundbreaking workshops and collaborative projects. From industry leaders to cultural icons, your role will ensure that SkunkWorks remains a hub of world-class creativity and impact.

What You’ll Do

Outreach & Recruitment: Use your connections to bring top-tier professionals into San Quentin to run workshops, mentor incarcerated innovators, and collaborate on transformative projects.

Relationship Building: Cultivate partnerships with thought leaders, organizations, and institutions that align with SkunkWorks’ mission.

Event Coordination: Help organize and execute impactful workshops and events that inspire incarcerated people and showcase the potential of their work.

Inspire Change: Serve as a champion for SkunkWorks, articulating our mission in ways that attract high-profile collaborators and advocates.

Who You Are

A visionary connector with a wide network of professional contacts across industries.

Passionate about social change and the potential of incarcerated people to transform the justice system.

A skilled communicator who can inspire and engage people at all levels, from grassroots advocates to global influencers.

Experienced in recruitment or relationship management, with a knack for identifying talent and building long-lasting connections.

Why Join Us?

This is more than a volunteer role-it’s a chance to change the narrative about incarceration and become part of a movement that is shaping the future of justice. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds, from inside and outside prison walls, while leaving a legacy of hope and transformation.

Ready to Build Bridges?

If you’re ready to bring your network, passion, and drive to this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, we want to hear from you. Join us in creating a world where the creativity and determination of incarcerated people drive global change.

Apply now to become the Architect of Opportunity at San Quentin SkunkWorks. Together, we’ll build the future.