Volunteer Policy Analyst

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Position Overview: Gender Freedom Society is seeking passionate and dedicated people to serve as a Policy Analysts, focusing on issues affecting the transgender/GNC community. Policy Analysts play a crucial role in advancing our advocacy efforts by raising awareness about transgender rights and promoting policies that support the needs of transgender individuals.

Responsibilities:

Policy Research: Conduct research on local, national, and international policies affecting the transgender community, including healthcare access, legal rights, employment discrimination, and social services.

Legislative Advocacy: Monitor legislative developments related to transgender rights and work to influence policymakers through advocacy meetings, public hearings, and legislative advocacy strategies.

Design and implement research methodologies, including surveys, interviews, and data analysis

Maintain and manage databases, literature reviews, and policy tracking systems

Conduct in-depth research on public policy issues using qualitative and quantitative methods

Translate complex data and legal/policy language into clear, accessible summaries

Develop models, forecasts, or scenario analyses to project policy outcomes

Qualifications:

Passion for social justice and a commitment to advancing transgender rights and equality.
Strong understanding of issues affecting the transgender community, including healthcare access, legal rights, employment discrimination, and social stigma.
Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
Experience in advocacy, community organizing, or related fields is preferred but not required.

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