Youth Volunteer! – Join our New Majority Youth Activation Team

Name: United Way of Saskatoon & Area
Address: 100-506 25th Street East, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 4A7, Canada
Telephone: 306-975-7700
Price range: CAD

20 September 2024

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Date Posted	September 20, 2024
Expiry Date of Posting	Ongoing
Organization Name	New Majority
Contact Name	Chloe Tai
Mailing Address	720 Bathurst St
City	Toronto
Postal Code	M5S 2R4
Phone Number	4376020191
Fax Number
Email Address	chloe@newmajority.ca
Web Site	newmajority.ca
Position Title	Youth Volunteer! – Join our New Majority Youth Activation Team
Job Description	In the 2021 federal election, only 47% of eligible folks aged 18-24 voted, compared to 75% of folks aged 65-74. when we don’t vote, important decisions get made without us. The Saskatchewan Provincial Election is happening in October— and we’re getting ready to get on the ground and make voting fun and easy so together, we can SMASH youth voter records! 💪💥 What Will I Work On? 🙌 We’re building a volunteer team to lead community outreach, run local events, and help other young people to get out and vote. On top of this, volunteers will have the opportunity take the lead on media interviews, team-building & planning fun activations to get other young people hyped about these elections. Alongside gaining competitive and transferable job skills, team members will connect with incredible young people in throughout Saskatchewan & have the opportunity to make a big impact in shaping our country’s future! Sign up through this Google form and we will be in touch! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1qcZpQ1sTf9zRIlDM7hlMhxk9ulUPCER58oe6JiB_krY/viewform?edit_requested=true
Skills Required	❓No previous experience in politics? No problem. SO many of our volunteers have no experience or desire to work in politics. That's what makes us special. We are real young people who represent the majority of this country. Our experienced trainers are here to support you and help you shine in this role, every step of the way.
Benefits to Volunteer	Volunteers with New Majority have gone on to lead campaigns, serve on national boards, give international media interviews and a lot more. The best part is: you don't have to be a poli-sci major to find real value in working with young people on democracy. Practical experience with marketing, media, facilitation, team-building, project management & more comes with the role.
Days/Times	Weekdays Evenings Weekends Flexible
Suitable For	Teens (ages 13-17) Adults (18 and over) People with physical challenges Families Small Groups (2-4 people) Large Groups (5 people of more)
Work With	Adults (18 and over)
Position Duration	Short term (3 months or less)
Specific Dates
Application Deadline	Ongoing
Application Procedure	Phone Email

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