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Content Creator Volunteer (Virtual)

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ORGANIZATION: AFRICAN AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION

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Are you a creative storyteller with a passion for health equity? Do you want to use your skills to make a tangible difference in the lives of African Americans impacted by diabetes? The African American Diabetes Association (AADA) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Content Creator Volunteer to help us amplify our message, educate our community, and advocate for better health outcomes.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a vital cause from the comfort of your home, collaborating with a passionate team committed to empowering individuals and families.

Location: Virtual (Must reside in the United States) Commitment: Minimum 15 hours per week

About the African American Diabetes Association (AADA):

The AADA is a non-profit organization dedicated to preventing and managing diabetes within the African American community. We provide culturally relevant education, resources, and support to individuals and families, advocate for policy changes, and raise awareness about the disproportionate impact of diabetes on our community. Our mission is to foster a healthier future where every African American has the knowledge and tools to live a full life free from the burdens of diabetes.

Position Summary:

The Content Creator Volunteer will play a crucial role in developing engaging and informative content across various digital platforms to support the AADA's mission. This individual will work closely with our team to create compelling materials that educate, inspire, and mobilize our audience on topics related to diabetes prevention, management, healthy living, and advocacy within the African American community.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Content Development:
    • Research, write, and edit engaging blog posts, articles, and website copy.
    • Create compelling social media content (e.g., graphics, short videos, captions) for platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
    • Assist in the development of educational materials, such as fact sheets, infographics, and presentations.
    • Potentially contribute to scriptwriting for video content or podcasts.
  • Research & Ideation:
    • Stay informed about current trends in diabetes care, public health, and social media.
    • Generate new content ideas that resonate with the African American community.
    • Conduct research to ensure accuracy and cultural relevance of all content.
  • Collaboration:
    • Work collaboratively with the AADA team to align content with organizational goals and campaigns.
    • Participate in virtual team meetings to discuss content strategy and project progress.
  • Editing & Proofreading:
    • Ensure all content is well-written, grammatically correct, and adheres to AADA brand guidelines and tone.

Qualifications:

  • Passion for the AADA Mission: A genuine interest in health equity and a commitment to serving the African American community.
  • Residency: Must reside in the United States.
  • Experience: Proven experience in content creation, writing, social media management, or a related field (portfolio or writing samples highly encouraged).
  • Strong Writing and Editing Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a keen eye for detail and grammar.
  • Creativity: Ability to generate innovative and engaging content ideas.
  • Digital Fluency: Proficiency with social media platforms and an understanding of digital content best practices. Experience with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) or video editing software is a plus.
  • Research Skills: Ability to gather and synthesize information from various sources accurately.
  • Self-Motivated & Organized: Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a virtual environment.
  • Cultural Sensitivity: Demonstrated understanding and appreciation for cultural nuances within the African American community.

Benefits of Volunteering with AADA:

  • Make a significant impact on the health and well-being of the African American community.
  • Gain valuable experience in content creation, digital marketing, and non-profit communications.
  • Build a strong portfolio of meaningful work.
  • Collaborate with a passionate and supportive team dedicated to a vital cause.
  • Flexible virtual work environment.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume, a cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience, and 2-3 writing samples on a link to your online portfolio to: info@africanamericandiabetes.org

Please include "Content Creator VolunteeApplication" in the subject line.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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About AFRICAN AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION

Location:

PO BOX 1724, BELTSVILLE, MD 20704, US

Mission Statement

The African American Diabetes Association (AADA) is a national tax-exempt 501c3 nonprofit organization that seeks to educate African Americans and the general public about diabetes. We work to assist those impacted to manage and prevent diabetes (including type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and pre-diabetes). AADA is passionate, serious, and committed to diabetes prevention and educational programs that work to end health disparities. We advocate for African Americans affected by diabetic conditions and empower African Americans to maximize their quality of life and raise public consciousness while advancing the search for a universal cure.

Description

AADA believes that high quality diabetes care and education should be available to every individual, in all communities. Unfortunately, individuals from some racial and ethnic groups are at a higher risk for diabetes and the complications of diabetes. We’ve seen the impact of those systemic social and health inequities with COVID-19 across our country, and we see them every day with prediabetes and diabetes in our own communities. To improve health outcomes for people with prediabetes, diabetes and cardiometabolic diseases the AADA is working in partnership with community stakeholders to prevent or delay more cases of type 2 diabetes. AADA believes that we can address these health inequities.

The AADA believes that as Americans we must work to address the disproportional burden of disease health inequities place on communities of color. As a new and emerging national organization, AADA is developing building a national outreach and education strategy to address the challenges of diabetes in the African American community that will ensure optimal health and quality of life a reality for African American (Black) communities throughout our country.

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Animals
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Animals, Community, Health & Medicine

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.

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REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum 15 hours per week

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