Political Affairs Programme

Overview

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From CNN to The Huffington Post, the world is talking about the innovative movement that is downsizing global poverty. The national campaign is working to make poverty a focus of U.S., Canadian and U.K. foreign policy. Are you passionate about making a difference in the world? The Borgen Project is an international organisation that works at the political level to improve living conditions for people affected by war, famine and poverty.

With 20 years of experience in the advocacy space, The Borgen Project has worked to support the passage of numerous bills that have benefitted close to 500 million people in developing countries.

• Leading public and political outreach in your state and district.
• Meeting with members of Congress/Government in your State/District/Constituency.
• Representing The Borgen Project at various business, political and community events.
• Assisting with fundraising. Create a personal fundraising campaign and meet targets.
• Mobilizing individuals to contact their members of Government in support of key poverty-reduction legislation.
• Speaking to groups, classes and organizations.
• Writing letters of support for key programs to political leaders, media and other groups.

No prior experience is necessary; we’re looking for people who are passionate about fighting poverty and righting wrongs, regardless of GPA/background.

This is an unpaid programme, although college credit is available.

New programmes begin every month. You choose the month you wish to start.

Watch our video to learn more about The Borgen Project.