Media 4 Change is launching the call for volunteer position
Nacionalinis socialinės integracijos institutas (National Institute for Social Integration) Vilnius, Lithuania
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
About us: Media4change is a powerful movement for highest standards in journalism. We are carrying out journalistic investigations on the issues of human rights, equality and diversity, and working on joint projects with editors and human rights experts. We not only discuss with professionals and experts on what is important, but also we create — one of our main goals is, together with independent journalists and editors, to examine problems that are outside of the media agenda. We believe that the cooperation between NGOs, media and experts is the key to a better representation of socially vulnerable groups. The activities the volunteers could create in “Media 4 Change”: Coordinate and administrate virtual platform for journalistic investigation and cooperation among the organizations, journalists, consultants (EN version).
ACCOMMODATION, FOOD AND TRANSPORT ARRANGEMENTS
How much will it cost? It is free! Travel, accommodation, food and insurance are all covered by the European Union program Erasmus+. You will even receive a personal allowance each month.
TRAINING DURING THE PROJECT
Participating in national and international training course for journalists; Contributing to the international journalistic campaign, which analyses the roots of intolerant attitudes and behavior and promotes public consciousness.
VOLUNTEER PROFILE
It is expected to host volunteer, who: Is 18-30 years old; Excellent written English skills. Has the attitudes and values of human rights; Understands basic principles of journalism; Has motivation to work with antiracism campaign. Is interested in social communications, journalism, and advocacy. Is interested to work in civil society organizations in developing advocacy strategies and media activities; Has analytical and organizational skills; Motivation to communicate clearly and effectively with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds;
ACTIVITY DATES
A total of 51 week(s) during the period 01/09/2020 to 01/09/2021
ACTIVITY LOCATION
Gedimino pr. 1, LT-01103 Vilnius Lithuania
ACTIVITY TOPICS
Social challenges
Citizenship and democratic participation
Creativity and culture
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
Application deadline: 30/06/2020