Image: Raise your Voice [6 weeks on Support Centers]

Raise your Voice [6 weeks on Support Centers]

Associação Comunitária Presbiteriana·Curitiba, PR, Brasil

Global Volunteer

Volunteer in NGOs, Schools, or Foundations in various Countries/Territories.

Portuguese, Spanish

These are the locally spoken languages that you’ll have to know.
Project
The project aims to impact SDG #5 by fostering educational spaces that generate awareness about gender related issues and build initiatives to work on solutions to stop gender inequality in communities around the globe.
This project contributes to,
Image: Gender Equality - Target 5.1

Gender Equality - Target 5.1

By 2030, End all forms of discrimination against all women and girls everywhere

Role

Project Activities

Week 1
Onboarding space with partner representatives to understand the current scenario, beneficiaries and discuss about the outcome of the project
Introductory session with the beneficiaries, presentation of the volunteers and project objectives.
Run the initial assessment needed for measuring the outcome/impact of the project
Preparing the activities that will be done in the following weeks and receiving feedback from the partners and AIESEC
Create an implementation plan on how the project should unfold and determine materials to be used
Week 2
Workshop: What does equality mean?
Workshop: Understanding Microaggressions and Stereotypes - Fostering Inclusive Environments
Conduct a preliminary assessment of gender-related issues in the community by gathering data and perspectives from community members.
Week 3
Workshop: Understanding Intersectionality - discussing how various identities (race, class, sexuality) intersect to impact experiences of gender inequality.
Workshop: The importance of women and gender non-conforming representation on politics
Workshop: Inspiration around the world. Let’s check inspiring examples of women and gender non-conforming leadership.
Week 4
Run capacity building session depending on the needs and demands of the beneficiaires.
Capacity Building: Project planning for beginners.
Capacity Building: My rights and how to advocate for gender equality
Week 5
Open mic and sharing space on "My Body My Choice"
Interviewing local women and gender non-conforming people about their experiences; if possible, showcasing the experiences.
Organize a public forum where women and girls can present issues affecting them and engage in discussions with local leaders and community members to advocate for change.
Week 6
Closing day with beneficiaries
Collect data from beneficiaries (you can use surveys, interviews, focus groups, etc.)
Analyse data to determinate outcome/impact results (level of awareness of beneficiaries post-project activities).
Debrief the impact of the project, how the beneficiaries developed, discuss about what went well and even better if and include this in the report
Build final project report and presented to AIESEC members and NGO/non-profit representatives.
Week 7
Week 8

Working hours

Monday to Tuesday

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wednesday

8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thursday

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Process

The steps involved in being selected for this opportunity.
Canada
Estimated process time is not yet available.

Logistics

What you’ll be provided with during your stay

Benefits of becoming a Global Volunteer

Learn about the Sustainable Development Goals and participate in a social project designed for impact.
International Exposure - Experience new cultures and industries.
Develop your Leadership (our programs can help you develop the following leadership values: striving for excellence, demonstrating integrity, activating leadership, acting sustainably, enjoying participation and living diversity).
Receive AIESEC Support for Selection (assistance with your application to opportunities and decision making process).
Receive AIESEC Support after Selection (Visa support, help in finding and providing accommodation, assisting during first day of work).

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