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ORGANIZATION: Idealist.org

Recruiting Organization: End Workplace Abuse

Volunteer Community Organizer for the Workplace Psychological Safety Act (Washington, DC)

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid in-person outreach required)

Time Commitment: Flexible, 5-10 hours per week

Duration: Ongoing

About Us

We are a grassroots movement dedicated to ending workplace abuse and ensuring psychological safety in workplaces nationwide. Our mission is to build public and legislative support for the Workplace Psychological Safety Act, a critical bill aimed at protecting employees from workplace bullying, harassment, and retaliation.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Volunteer Community Organizer in Washington, DC, to help build momentum for the Workplace Psychological Safety Act by securing co-signers, mobilizing community support, and engaging key stakeholders. This role is ideal for someone passionate about worker rights, advocacy, and social justice.

Key Responsibilities

Outreach & Advocacy: Connect with local organizations, unions, advocacy groups, and legislators to gain support for the Workplace Psychological Safety Act.

Community Engagement: Educate DC residents about workplace psychological safety, encouraging them to take action and support the bill.

Relationship Building: Develop and maintain relationships with community leaders, workplace abuse survivors, and legislative aides.

Event Coordination: Organize and attend community meetings, advocacy events, and discussions to spread awareness.

Legislative Action: Assist in gathering signatures for petitions, coordinating meetings with lawmakers, and drafting letters of support.

Social Media & Communications: Help amplify our efforts through social media, email outreach, and grassroots campaigns.

Who You Are

Passionate about workplace justice and workers’ rights.

A strong communicator with experience in community organizing, advocacy, or grassroots movements.

Comfortable engaging with a diverse range of people, including legislators, activists, and workers.

Self-motivated and able to work independently while collaborating with a larger team.

Based in Washington, DC, or willing to be present for in-person advocacy efforts.

Why Volunteer With Us?

Make a tangible impact by helping pass a groundbreaking workplace safety law.

Gain experience in advocacy, policy work, and community organizing.

Connect with a growing network of passionate activists and professionals.

Flexible schedule to contribute in a way that fits your availability.

If you’re ready to take action and help protect workers from psychological harm, we’d love to hear from you!

Stipend ProvidedFalse

Training ProvidedFalse

Housing AvailableFalse

Language/Cultral Support AvailableFalse

Wheelchair AccessibleFalse

Fee RequiredFalse

Fee Amount: None

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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

Advocacy & Human Rights
Employment
Politics
Advocacy & Human Rights, Employment, Politics

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Washington, DC 20002

(38.90528,-76.98159)
 

SKILLS

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REQUIREMENTS

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