Hey fellow organizers and activists,<br>
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I'm writing to let you know about an opportunity to work with
Socializing for Justice as an Organizer Intern. This is an amazing
learning experience and we're hoping to find a student who shares our
passion for social change and has a willingness to learn more about
organizing. The description is below, anyone interested should send
their resume and a brief statement of interest (cover letter) to
SoJust's co-organizer Robbie Samuels at <a href="mailto:robbie@sojust.org" target="_blank">robbie@sojust.org</a>. Please share this email with your friends. <i>You do not have to be a student to apply.</i> If you are a student, we'll work with you if you're able to receive credit.<br>
<br><b>SOCIALIZING FOR JUSTICE ORGANIZER INTERN - SPRING 2012</b><br><div>Socializing for Justice (SoJust) is a grassroots Boston-based group
that hosts fun social events twice a month to bring together
like-minded individuals working for justice as a means of building a
stronger, cross-issue progressive community, network and movement. We're
doing it by putting the SOCIAL back in SOCIAL JUSTICE. Co-organizers
are looking for an intern to assist in all facets of their work to
implement the vision of SoJust. This is a great opportunity for someone
who wants to learn about organizing and movement building in a very
tangible way. Join us and learn more about using in person and online
social networking to create social change. </div><div> </div><div>The responsibilities and opportunities of the organizer intern would include:<br>1) Co-hosting SoJust events; set up, greeting, networking, and break down<br>
2) Posting events on the web and around town to ensure visibility of SoJust in a wide range of communities<br>3) Assisting with maintaining and growing SoJust's online web calendars and venue databases<br>4) Representing SoJust at outreach events throughout Boston<br>
5) Monitoring media coverage of SoJust and maintaining SoJust's press contacts database<br>6) Cultivating skills to live the SoJust vision and becoming a great social networker</div><div><br>The
ideal candidate has a strong desire to learn the fundamentals of
organizing for social change and preferably some knowledge of identity
and oppression issues, the ability to take direction, show <font><span style="background-color:#ffff00"><font><span style="background-color:#ffffff">initiative and </span></font></span></font>follow through in a dynamic environment is a must.</div>
<br>Excellent
attention to detail and a willingness to ask questions are also
critical. Strong communication skills are required, as are demonstrated
proficiency with email and web research. Ongoing training and
supervision will be provided; dress code and work environment are
casual.**Work hours and location are determined by intern with the
exception of scheduled events and meetings.**<div> </div><div>Hours:
position is part time and unpaid 20 hours a week. Occasional evenings,
flexible schedule, and dependability are a must. $20 monthly stipend
provided to cover cost of meals at outreach events and meetings.<br></div><div> </div>For Justice,<br>Robbie<br><br>Robbie Samuels<br>SoJust Co-Founder & Co-Organizer<br><div style="text-align:left"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif"></span></font><b><font color="#ff6600"><span style="font-size:xx-large">________________________</span></font></b></div>
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