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We are asking Local Coordinators to launch Amnesty Human Rights Where You Live initiatives in their area of the East Midlands, helping to bring together local people with an interest in human rights. This is an on-the-ground role promoting activism in your area.
Over the next twelve months, Coordinators would then support their local team to:
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Raise awareness of and campaign on human rights issues locally.
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Persuade local politicians to put human rights at the heart of their decisions
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Engage their local community and ‘change the conversation’ on human rights
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Mark International Human Rights Day on 10 December
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Set up an Amnesty local group with fundraising to enable future campaigning
They would also have the chance to team up with other Coordinators to help develop and deliver a human rights campaign for the East Midlands.
This is a great opportunity to make a difference in your local area on issues you are passionate about while also gaining experience and confidence with a wide range of campaign and communication skills.
What support would I get?
Coordinators will be supported at every step by the Amnesty East Midlands Regional Organiser and other staff, who will provide:
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Support for a local launch meeting for Human Rights Where You Live
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Training in knowledge and skills
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1-1 coaching
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Organising, campaigning and fundraising resources
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Face-to-face and online networking with other activists as a regional team.
My main staff point of contact would be: East Midlands Regional Organiser
All Coordinators would:
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Communicate regularly with the East Midlands Regional Organiser
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Feedback on their activities on a regular and structured basis.
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Aim to attend a reasonable number of core training and networking sessions online and in-person, depending on individual circumstances.
What skills and knowledge are needed?
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Some knowledge of your local area in the East Midlands.
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Good written and oral communications skills
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Experience of team-working
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Basic IT competency (email, word processing, etc.) and internet access
Experience of campaigning is always welcome but not essential – we find that people often have skills from something else they have done that would be very helpful for the role.
How much time is needed?
We would estimate around 2-3 hours a week would be the average, although there may be some periods where more or less commitment is needed. We’d ask that you commit to your local Human Rights Where You Live project for at least one year, although we recognize that people’s circumstances do change.
We also understand that this role may need to fit around your family, studies, caring or other commitments.
Any other requirements?
Coordinators would need to be living in the East Midlands and unlikely to move in the next 12 months. We welcome interest from students at East Midlands universities.
We would ask that any Coordinator be at least 18. However, if you are under 18 but would still like to get involved in Amnesty, please do get in touch to find more about our youth groups.
We welcome interest from people who are already volunteering with another community or campaign group with an interest in human rights, and who are interested in doing a local Human Rights Where You Live project as a collaboration between Amnesty and that group.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Us
The New Normal are a growing charity whose mission is to change the way we discuss our grief, mental health and wellbeing in open and honest spaces. We believe that nobody should ever feel isolated, and there is always someone who will relate to your story. “If there’s one, there’s two.”
We run free virtual and in-person peer support meetings for adults facing life’s difficult moments, particularly bereavement.
The Opportunity
Are you passionate about using social media for good? This is your chance to use your skills to support people through one of life's most difficult experiences.
You'll help us spread our message that nobody should face grief alone, connect people to our free virtual and in-person peer support meetings, and grow an online community built on openness and compassion. You'll receive regular check-ins and guidance from a dedicated Volunteer Coordinator, free safeguarding training, and a reference letter upon completion, all while building real, meaningful experience in the rewarding charity sector.
This role is ideal for students, recent graduates, or career changers looking to build experience in charity communications or digital media.
What You'll Do
- Create social media posts in line with our brand tone: inclusive, warm, and sensitive to the subject of bereavement
- Schedule and post updates about weekly peer support meetings and events
- Help plan simple campaigns or awareness posts around key dates (Mental Health Awareness Week, Grief Awareness Week, World Suicide Prevention Day, etc.)
- Contribute creative ideas to help our mission reach more people online
- Communicate regularly with your coordinator and flag any challenges early
What We're Looking For
- Someone who can commit to the full 6-month term (potential to extend)
- Reliable, communicative, and respectful of sensitive subject matter
- An interest in mental health, bereavement support, or nonprofit communications
- Confidence using social media (Instagram)
- Comfortable working independently with light supervision and taking initiative
What You'll Gain
- Valuable experience in charity communications and social media management
- Free safeguarding, peer support and Suicide First Aid (lite) training worth £500 (a great addition to your CV)
- A reference letter or LinkedIn recommendation upon successful completion
- Regular mentorship, support, and a welcoming volunteer community
- The chance to make a genuine difference for people navigating challenging circumstances
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive volunteer community and actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from global majority and gender marginalised groups.
We believe that no one should have to deal with grief or mental health alone: we combat isolation through creating connection.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


