Advocacy Team - Leads & Supports (Willing to train) - Protecting Kids Online!!

About Us

DEFEND is a volunteer-run nonprofit dedicated to protecting children and other vulnerable people online. Our mission is to reduce online risks through education and technology to create safer digital spaces.

Role Description

As part of our Advocacy Team, you’ll help drive societal change by supporting initiatives such as lobbying, public outreach, and community engagement campaigns. This role offers an opportunity to make a real difference while working closely with our Social Media and Marketing Teams to amplify our mission.

Responsibilities

• Advocacy & Awareness: Participate in campaigns, rallies, and protests to support DEFEND’s mission for online safety.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and the public to strengthen our network.
• Event Planning: Coordinate and execute impactful events in collaboration with DEFEND’s Social Media and Marketing Teams.
• Team Collaboration: Attend weekly meetings, discuss progress, and contribute to developing an effective team strategy.
• Leadership Support (for team leads): Manage meeting agendas, prepare reports, and communicate across DEFEND Teams.

Qualifications

• A passion for online safety and DEFEND’s mission to protect children on the internet.
• Strong communication and public engagement skills.
• Experience in event planning, marketing, or community outreach is helpful but not required.
• Self-motivated, with a desire to work collaboratively in a remote team environment.
• Advocates from all backgrounds (not limited to legal) are welcome!

How to Apply:

If you are interested in joining our team, please send your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected].