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Position title
Mexico Resources Volunteer
Help connect LGBTQ+ people in Mexico to the safe, verified resources they need to thrive.
TO APPLY
- CLICK HERE to complete our quick volunteer screening form.
Description
Join InReach’s Resource Team and play a critical role in expanding and maintaining the world’s first open source platform connecting LGBTQ+ people facing persecution and discrimination with safe, verified resources. As a Mexico Resources Volunteer, you’ll help ensure that LGBTQ+ community members in Mexico and along the U.S.-Mexico border can access essential support, from affirming immigration services and safe housing to mental health support, gender-affirming care, and more. Allies are welcome to apply!
Time Commitment Required
- Starts January 2025
- Minimum of 10 hours per month (remote, unpaid)
Responsibilities
- Reverification: Conduct online, phone, and email research in Spanish to ensure existing resource listings are accurate and current. Update data in English using InReach’s data portal.
- Verification: Research and contact new direct service providers in Spanish to verify they meet InReach’s vetting standards, then if applicable, add the new organization to InReach using our data portal.
- Support with ad hoc tasks, such as data entry, community outreach, and translation (Spanish) as needed.
Qualifications
- Professional proficiency in English and Spanish
- At least 18 years old
- Reliable access to a computer and internet connection for completing remote tasks
- Willing and able to write in gender-inclusive language.
- Comfortable using online communication tools (e.g., G Suite, POINT, Discord, Zoom)
- Ability to work independently and follow instructions
- Passionate about LGBTQ+ rights, language justice, and refugee support
Sample Volunteer Benefits
- Connect LGBTQ+ people in Mexico to the affirming resources they need to thrive
- Access a virtual training program on global and national LGBTQ+ rights, intersectionality, and the unique needs of LGBTQ+ asylum seekers
- Use your language skills for good!
About InReach
InReach (formerly known as AsylumConnect) is a trans-led tech nonprofit building the world's first open source verified LGBTQ+ resource platform.
Hiring organization
Employment Type
Volunteer
Beginning of employment
January 2025
Job Location
Remote work from: Mexico, USA
Base Salary
$Unpaid volunteer position
Date posted
November 20, 2024