Volunteer Opportunities
The Fellowship of Reconciliation, an interfaith and international peace organization, calls for volunteers for its national office in Nyack, N.Y. Contact Yvonne Royster, (845) 358-4601; for@forusa.org.
SIPAZ, an international coalition of groups dedicated to supporting the peace process in Chiapas, seeks Spanish-speaking volunteers to work in Mexico writing, leading workshops, facilitating interreligious reconciliation, or promoting peaceful reconciliation. Positions last a year; small stipend and health insurance are included. Contact (831) 425-1257; volcom@sipaz.org.
United for a Fair Economy trains and supports volunteer educators to lead lively, energizing workshops on economic inequality. Starting with people's own experiences, the workshops build a common-sense understanding of the changing economy. Available topics include the wealth gap, globalization, creative activism, and others. Call (617) 423-0148 or visit http://www.faireconomy.org/econ/index.htm.
World Relief seeks a full-time volunteer advocacy intern. World Relief partners with local churches worldwide to promote healthcare, agricultural assistance, refugee care, and emergency relief and rehabilitation. The intern will represent World Relief at meetings and prepare reports and background materials. Call (443) 451-1900 or visit http://www.wr.org.
Retreats and Conferences
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