Why volunteer with us?
Digital Grassroots applies the principles of working open and leading open. Our distributed model of leadership allows us to create pathways for grassroots communities to interact with our work and create global networks through application of open internet principles. We work online and are a diverse team open to contributors who uphold values of an open, inclusive and healthy internet.
The criteria for our contributors
Aligned to Digital Grassroots vision and core values of care, intention, collaboration, open leadership and equity
Upholds personal values of humility, self-reflection, accountability, and care
Ability to showcase innovation while working independently and in teams
Attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality over quantity
Good communication skills and discretion in handling confidential issues
How it works
STEP 1
Gain clarity of our scope of work
STEP 2
Identify your time commitments i.e. 5 – 9 hours per week
STEP 3
Apply for preferred volunteer role within the time frame
Digital Grassroots will notify you on the outcome of your application
Apply Below
Digital Natives Youth Connect Board
ROLES AVAILABLE
- Board Secretariat
- Projects Focal Point
- Communications Focal Point
- Community Focal Point
- Resource and Partnership Focal Point
BOARD OBJECTIVES
- INTERNET ADVOCACY. Serve in an active advisory and implementation role on engaging young people in solving internet issues at a grassroots level by creating services that respond to the digital needs of underserved communities
- INTERNET HEALTH. Build online communities as a collective of young changemakers working towards a more open, equal, and healthy internet through youth participation in Internet Governance
- INTERNET FREEDOM. Take part in hands-on collaborative efforts with Digital Grassroots to connect grassroots communities to institutions that enhance their autonomy in digital citizenship
APPLICATIONS DEADLINE
11 June 2021