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Mexico Resources Volunteer

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ORGANIZATION: InReach

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Help connect LGBTQ+ people in Mexico to the safe, verified resources they need to thrive. TO APPLY

  • Complete our quick volunteer screening form here: https://inreach.org/position/mexico-resources-volunteer
Description

Join InReach’s Resource Team and play a critical role in expanding and maintaining the world’s first open source verified LGBTQ+ resource platform. As a Mexico Resources Volunteer, you’ll help ensure that LGBTQ+ community members in Mexico and along the U.S.-Mexico border can access essential support, from affirming immigration services and safe housing to mental health support, gender-affirming care, and more. Allies are welcome to apply!

Time Commitment Required

  • Minimum of 10 hours per month (remote, unpaid)
Responsibilities
  • Reverification: Conduct online, phone, and email research in Spanish to ensure existing resource listings are accurate and current. Update data in English using InReach’s data portal.
  • Vetting: Research and contact new direct service providers in Spanish to verify they meet InReach’s vetting standards, then if applicable, add the new organization to InReach using our data portal.
  • Support with ad hoc tasks, such as data entry, community outreach, and translation (Spanish) as needed.
Qualifications
  • Professional proficiency in English and Spanish
  • At least 18 years old
  • Reliable access to a computer and internet connection for completing remote tasks
  • Willing and able to write in gender-inclusive language.
  • Comfortable using online communication tools (e.g., G Suite, POINT, Discord, Zoom)
  • Ability to work independently and follow instructions
  • Passionate about LGBTQ+ rights, language justice, and refugee support
Sample Volunteer Benefits
  • Connect LGBTQ+ people in Mexico to the affirming resources they need to thrive
  • Access a virtual training program on global and national LGBTQ+ rights, intersectionality, and the unique needs of LGBTQ+ asylum seekers
  • Use your language skills for good!
About InReach

InReach (formerly known as AsylumConnect) is a trans-led tech nonprofit building the world's first open source verified LGBTQ+ resource platform.

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About InReach

Location:

228 Park Ave S, Suite # 90945, New York, NY 10003, US

Mission Statement

To ensure safe help is InReach for all members of the LGBTQ+ community.

Description

InReach is a trans-led nonprofit offering the world’s first open source platform connecting LGBTQ+ people facing persecution or discrimination with safe, independently verified resources. Our vision is for every LGBTQ+ person to have on-demand access to the safe resources they need to thrive.

InReach is available on web (desktop and mobile), and native iOS and Android. InReach’s open-source technology instantly matches trans and queer people in need with safe, independently verified housing, medical and mental health care, immigration and other legal help, meal assistance, education and employment, translation, community and spiritual support, and more critical services. App features include: documentation search filters, translation, saving and sharing resources, leaving public ratings/reviews, the ability to suggest new resources, and service provider features.

InReach serves as a comprehensive digital one-stop-shop for the intersectional LGBTQ+ community: InReach lists verified services for LGBTQ+ asylum seekers, refugees and other immigrants, LGBTQ+ BIPOC communities, trans and gender non-conforming folks, LGBTQ+ youth and caregivers, and more LGBTQ+ communities. The InReach App is free for everyone, including lawyers, case managers, social workers, and other providers searching for affirming resource referrals for LGBTQ+ clients.

CAUSE AREAS

Computers & Technology
Immigrants & Refugees
LGBTQ+
Computers & Technology, Immigrants & Refugees, LGBTQ+

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.

DATE POSTED

February 7, 2025

SKILLS

  • Data Entry
  • Community Outreach
  • Spanish

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • Minimum of 10 hours per month

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