Note: This internship is no longer open

Organization: Sauti Yetu Center for African Women
Role: Program Intern
Website: Link
Posted: May 4 2009
Deadline: until filled
Credit Options: Can optionally be used for credit.
Details:
Sauti Yetu Center For African Women, Inc. is a non-profit organization linking social justice activism with scholarship to promote and protect the rights of immigrant African women and girls.  Sauti Yetu means "Our Voice" in Swahili, a language spoken in most of east and central Africa.  Our program areas include:  Family Violence Prevention & Education, Girls' Empowerment & Leadership Initiative, FGC Policy & Advocacy, and Women's Empowerment.

Sauti Yetu Center for African Women is currently looking for graduate students to assist with research, editing and general administrative tasks.  Candidates should have:

1)    Strong research & writing skills;
2)    Excellent communication skills and the ability to work under time constraints;
3)    Able to work independently or as part of a team;
4)    A commitment to social justice.
5)    Proficiency in French speaking and writing preferred but not required.
 
Candidates must commit 15-20 hours per week.  This is an unpaid internship.

Please email a cover letter and resume to: info@sautiyetu.org
 

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