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40 people are interested
Public Relations and Media
ORGANIZATION: Huntington's Disease Society Of America-CT Chapter
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40 people are interested
Assist the Huntington's Disease Society of America Ct Chapter with press releases and pitching stories to local media (television, newspapers, radio) for fundraising events and awareness.
Monitor and update social media venues.
Update HDSA CT Chapter website.
Work with HDSA national Communications Manager in creating media announcements.
Must be familiar with CT media outlets.
Prefer resident of CT or student currently residing in CT.
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About Huntington's Disease Society Of America-CT Chapter
Location:
101 Deer Run Drive, Colchester, CT 06415, US
Mission Statement
The Huntington’s Disease Society of America is the largest 501(c)(3) non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to improving the lives of everyone affected by Huntington’s Disease.
Description
Founded in 1968 by Marjorie Guthrie, wife of folk legend Woody Guthrie who lost his battle with HD, the Society works tirelessly to provide the family services, education, advocacy and research to provide help for today, hope for tomorrow to the more than 41,000 people diagnosed with HD and the 250,000 at-risk in the United States. Among the catalog of resources made possible by the organization, HDSA supports 57 Centers of Excellence at major medical facilities and 11 partner sites throughout the U.S., funds research into the biology of the disease to facilitate the development of treatments and cures, hosts more than 100 support groups for people with HD, their families, caregivers and people at-risk, and is the premiere resource on Huntington’s disease for medical professionals and the general public. The Society is comprised of 54 local chapters and affiliates across the country with its headquarters in New York City.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Colchester, CT 06415
DATE POSTED
January 31, 2024
SKILLS
- Fundraising
- Social Media / Blogging
- Marketing & Communications (Mar/Com)
- Public Relations
- Interactive/Social Media/SEO
- Graphic Design / Print
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 25
- Flexible 2 to 4 hours/month.
- Dependability. Although it is a virtual opportunity would prefer someone who knows CT media outlets.