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Volunteer Position Available, October 2008
“Know Your Rights” Volunteer

Position description
This position is based in the ACLU regional office in Columbus.

Distribute and publicize the ACLU’s “Know Your Rights” materials to various communities including central and southern Ohio’s African-American and Latino communities; immigrant and refugee communities (including Somalis); ex-felons; high school and college students.

Present “Know Your Rights” information to community groups.

Specific skills needed

  • A background in criminal defense or criminal justice helpful. Knowledge of criminal law issues or a willingness to learn.
  • Comfortable with public speaking and outreach activities.

Requirements for all volunteer positions

  • ACLU membership, commitment to civil liberties issues and equality.
  • Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office, Internet and email. Home Internet access required.
  • Attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Timeframe

  • Flexible, dependent mostly on scheduling of presentations.
  • An initial commitment of 6 months.
  • Estimated 8-12 hours/month.

Schedule
 Flexible

Supervisor
 Gary Daniels, Associate Director

To Apply
 Send a resume and introductory email explaining why you are interested in this volunteer position to Gary Daniels at contact@acluohio.org.