Environmental Justice and Food Security

Revive College Hill Park Coalition

https://www.rchpc.org/

Non-profit, 5-10 team members

Address:149 N Clinton Street, Poughkeepsie, NY

Action Areas:Environmental Justice and Food Security, Expression, Arts, and Culture, Access to Nature

About: The mission of the Revive College Hill Park Coalition (the Coalition) is to foster healthy, outdoor spaces for all to gather, celebrate, and recreate. The Coalition works to support environmental initiatives, and Poughkeepsie’s history at the Park. A local historic landmark, College Hill Park is located in the heart of the 5th Ward of the City and is notably the largest city park and the highest point in the city, offering a beautiful 360-degree view of the local landscape. In recent year there has been an increase in reactivating the park due to it close proximity to the Walkway, it natural beauty and its rich historic and cultural importance to black history in Poughkeepsie. The Revive College Hill Park Coalition is an entirely volunteer organization made up of local experts and residents who are working to increase awareness about and advocate for the park.

Position Description:The College Hill Park Steward will assist coalition members with raising awareness and responsible stewardship of College Hill Park. These duties include participating in gardening days at the historic Lown Memorial Pollinator Garden, assisting with a current ongoing project that is focused on creating interpretive bilingual signage for the park, and assisting with communication efforts to the local community through social media and creating fliers, tabling, and other activities. The ideal intern would have an interest in nature and gardening as the position would require working outside. Graphic design experience and a comfort with translating Spanish to English for signage is desirable. The intern will also need transportation to the Park.

Desired Skills:Bilingual Spanish-English, Communications – emails, phone calls, in person outreach, Copywriting, Fact-checking, Gardening/farming experience, Graphic design, Writing

Hours:4hrs/week

Positions Available:1

Are you interested in getting involved with College Hill Park? Visit here for your next steps.

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Riverkeeper

https://www.riverkeeper.org/

Non-profit, 30+ team members

Address: 20 Secor Road Ossining, New York 10562 (remote work is possible)

Action Areas: Environmental Justice and Food Security, Public Health, Environmental science and advocacy

About: Riverkeeper protects and restores the Hudson River from source to sea and safeguards drinking water supplies, through advocacy rooted in community partnerships, science and law.

Position description: Our organization has availability to accept students to work either on our Science Team or our Advocacy, Policy and Planning Team. 

• On the Science Team, you may be: conducting water quality field work, analyzing water quality data, designing science communications, or developing your own research project. 
• On the Advocacy, Policy and Planning Team, you may be: developing policy solutions, engaging communities, or evaluating legislation.

Skills: Communications – emails, phone calls, in person outreach, Copywriting, Fact-checking, GIS/Mapping, Research skills, Writing, Data collection/analysis

Hours: 4hrs/week

Are you interested in getting involved with Riverkeeper? Visit here for your next steps.

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Vassar Preserve

https://www.vassar.edu/preserve

Non-profit, 10-15 team members

Address: 50 Vassar Farm Lane, Poughkeepsie NY

Action Areas: Conservation

About: The mission of the Vassar Ecological Preserve is to protect and preserve the ecological diversity of the land to ensure that its educational value will be maintained in perpetuity. The Vassar Ecological Preserve promotes increased understanding and appreciation of the natural systems on the preserve through fieldbased education and research.

Position Descriptions:

Preserve and Trail Steward (reports to Keri VanCamp)

This position is part of a team that works to protect and maintain the Preserve and natural areas on campus.  The Preserve and Trail Steward monitors and maintains the trail system at the Vassar Ecological Preserve.  Stewards work to improve trail conditions by clearing debris and vegetation, constructing boardwalks, and improving drainage.  Other responsibilities include monitoring and improving general conditions on the preserve.  The Steward submits monitoring reports to the Preserve Director.  They promote a leave no trace ethic by educating visitors about rules and the potential impacts of visitation. They will also work with the other work study students on joint stewardship, monitoring, and outreach projects.  

Job Requirements:   Interest in learning about management of the Ecological Preserve.  Must enjoy working outside and have experience working in various weather conditions.  Must be able to use power and hand tools. Previous carpentry experience is desirable.  Although not required, a driver’s license is preferred.

Invasive Species Management and Restoration Assistant (reports to Keri VanCamp)

This position is part of a team that works to protect and maintain the Preserve and natural areas on campus.   The Invasive Species Management and Restoration Assistant monitors and manages high priority invasive species populations.   They collect seed, propagate and plant native species. They work to create volunteer opportunities for land stewardship and lead guided walks to increase public awareness.  They work with the other work study students on joint stewardship, monitoring, and outreach projects. 

Job Requirements: Interest in learning about invasive species management and ecological restoration. The applicant must have experience working outdoors in various weather conditions, ability to use hand and power-tools, and experience leading groups of people.  Knowledge of local flora and fauna is helpful.  Although not required, a driver’s license is preferred.

Environmental Monitoring Assistant (reports to Keri VanCamp)

This position is part of a team that works to protect and maintain the Ecological Preserve and natural areas on campus.  The Environmental Monitoring Assistant will work to implement monitoring that is outlined in the Preserve’s Conservation Action Plan.  They will maintain the weather station, monitor plants and animals, set up new types of environmental monitoring, and work on ongoing research projects.  They will also work with the other work study students on joint stewardship, monitoring, and outreach projects. 

Job Requirements: Interest in learning about environmental monitoring projects occurring at the Preserve. They must enjoy working outdoors, have excellent written and oral communication skills, plant and animal identification skills, be able to follow monitoring protocols, and collect accurate data.  Although not required, a driver’s license is preferred.

Native Plant Propagation Assistant

The Native Plant Propagation Assistant will work to collect and start native species to support restoration efforts on the Preserve.  They will assist with restoration projects on the Preserve.

Job Requirements: They must enjoy working outdoors, have plant identification skills, and be able to follow collection protocols.  Although not required, a driver’s license is preferred.

Preserve Gateway Assistant

This position will assist with the Gateway Project which aims to improve access and restore the entry to the Preserve. They will assist with the restoration of a riparian buffer by planting trees, coordinating volunteers, maintaining plantings, and helping to remove invasive species. They will develop outreach materials to help communicate the project to the public. They will assist with other projects as needed.

Job Requirements: Student should have an interest in restoration, native plants, and public engagement. They must enjoy working outside.

Skills: Gardening/farming experience, GIS/Mapping, Previous experience in this field, Research skills

Hours: 4 hrs/week

Are you interested in getting involved with The Preserve? Visit here for your next steps.

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The Environmental Cooperative

https://offices.vassar.edu/environmental-cooperative/

Non-profit, 5-10 team members

Address: 50 Vassar Farm Lane, Poughkeepsie NY

Action Areas: Education Policy and Equity, conservation

About: The Environmental Cooperative is the outreach arm of the Preserve at Vassar. We work to connect Vassar students with Environmental efforts in the local community as well as bring more students to the Preserve for structured learning opportunities. We work closely with local schools and community groups to bring children to the Preserve and local parks for outdoor education programs. We also work to steward natural areas on campus and in conjunction with local partners.

Position Descriptions:

Environmental Coop Intern – The Environmental Cooperative Intern will assist with all aspects of programming and activities at the Environmental Cooperative. This includes assisting with community outreach and outdoor education programs. They will work closely with Environmental Cooperative staff teaching environmental science field trips to children from local schools and organizations on the Preserve and in local parks. Programs typically include hikes on the Preserve, arts and crafts, nature-themed games, and other outdoor activities. Additionally, they will help with stewardship and conservation projects on campus and in the community. These include weeding pollinator gardens, collecting seeds of native plants on the Preserve and at local natural areas, and plant propagation. They will help the Environmental Cooperative with local community projects such as engagement in the Pollinator Pathway Initiative, the Fall Kill Watershed Coalition, and the Revive College Hill Park Coalition. Prior experience in these areas is optional. However, we are looking for someone committed to learning about teaching outdoor education programs and the natural world around us. The applicant will gain an understanding of environmental education, urban/suburban conservation, natural resources management, land stewardship, and communicating information to a general audience.

Language Justice Intern – The Environmental Cooperative Language Justice intern will assist with Spanish translation for community outreach events, education programs, and written materials relevant to the Environmental Cooperative and the Preserve. There will be opportunities to collaborate with staff and students from the Cooperative, Preserve, and other offices on campus as well as community groups. The intern will gain experience and understanding in real-time and written translation, environmental education, urban/suburban conservation, natural resources management, sustainability, and communicating information to a general audience. Individuals from groups traditionally underrepresented in STEM are encouraged to apply.

Natural Areas Steward – The Campus Natural Areas Steward monitors and maintains natural areas on campus. These include pollinator gardens and tree plantings both on the main campus and on the Preserve. . Job duties include weeding natural areas, prepping areas for new plantings, and collecting and propagating native seeds. They will also work with the other student interns on joint stewardship, monitoring, and community outreach projects. Other activities may include assisting with environmental education and outreach programs. Individuals from groups traditionally underrepresented in STEM are encouraged to apply.

Skills: Bilingual Spanish-English, Gardening/farming experience, Graphic design, Previous experience working with young people, Public speaking/presenting, Social media management

Hours: 4hrs/week

Are you interested in getting involved with The Environmental Cooperative? Visit here for your next steps.

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Dutchess Outreach, Inc.

https://dutchessoutreach.org/who-we-are/about-dutchess-outreach/

Address: 29 N. Hamilton Street (multiple areas in the building)

Action Areas: Environmental Justice and Food Security, Food Security Advocacy

About: Dutchess Outreach acts as a catalyst for community revitalization and exists in Dutchess County as an advocate and provider of hunger and relief programs in order to ensure that everyone, regardless of income, has access to fresh, healthy food, and the support they need.

Position Description:

Students can self select to be involved in one or a combination of the following projects:

• • Lunch Box – The Lunch Box, our community meal program, provides a hot lunch and dinner for anyone within Dutchess County who needs a delicious chef-prepared meal. The Lunch Box is open for in-person dining and to-go options are still available. LUNCH:      11:15 am- 1:00 pm, Monday-Friday, 12:00 pm- 1:00 pm, Sunday; DINNER:    5:00 pm-6:00 pm, Monday-Friday

• Children’s Closet – The Children’s Clothing Closet at Dutchess Outreach provides new and gently used clothing for children of all ages, free of charge. Each year, hundreds of infants, children and teenagers throughout the county benefit from the lightly used clothing, shoes, boots, coats, and accessories that are available without fail, thanks to our generous community of donors, at The Children’s Clothing Closet. Tuesdays from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM.

• Food Pantry – Our Food Pantry provides FREE groceries for the entire household. Last year alone over 134,000 pounds of food were provided, and we saw over 12,000 household visits. We also provide personal hygiene items; toothpaste and toothbrushes, soap, shampoo, shavers, and other necessities. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8:30 am – 3:30 pm. The Pantry is closed on Wednesdays!

Desired Skills: Bilingual Spanish-English, Communications – emails, phone calls, in person outreach. Students should be comfortable with community engagement, empathetic, compassionate and self motivated

Additional Requirements: Sexual Harassment Prevention Training (Free)

Hours: 4hrs/week

Are you interested in getting involved with Dutchess Outreach? Visit here for your next steps.

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Nature’s Impact

www.naturesimpact.org

Address: based out of Poughkeepsie/ Hudson Valley

For profit, 1-5 team members

Action Areas: Environmental Justice and Food Security, Expression, Arts, and Culture

About:  Nature’s Impact is a social enterprise dedicated to fostering a deeper connection between people and the environment. Through environmental education, sustainable garden design, and thoughtfully curated events, we empower individuals to appreciate, protect, and celebrate the natural world while promoting sustainable practices.

Position Description: Students will be able to assist with environmental programming, art programming, social media, and research if necessary. Students will learn about organic gardening and working with children.

Skills: Gardening/farming experience, Previous experience working with young people, Social media management

Hours: 4hrs/week or 8hrs/week

Are you interested in getting involved with Nature’s Impact? Visit here for your next steps.

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The Peace Education Center of the Hudson Valley

www.pechv.org

Non-profit, 1-5 team members

430 Main Street Unit C, Rosendale NY 12472

Action Areas:Education Policy and Equity, Environmental Justice and Food Security, Racial Justice, Interdisciplinary work for peace and justice

About:The mission of the Peace Education Center of the Hudson Valley is to empower individuals and organizations to create and sustain ecologically-minded, just, and peaceful communities.

Position Description:We’re looking for folks who would like to be part of these projects: 1) creating Peace Education documents, curriculum, and zines; 2) help with research on schools & teachers, community groups, peace & justice networks, grants & foundations; 3) grant writing; 4) program planning; 5) promotion and marketing.

Desired Skills:Communications – emails, phone calls, in person outreach, Previous experience working with young people, Writing

Hours:4hrs/week, 8hrs/week

Are you interested in getting involved with the Peace Education Center? Visit here for your next steps.

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Sustainable Hudson Valley

https://www.sustainhv.org

Non-profit, 1-5 team members

Address: 7 Livingston St., Rhinebeck, NY 12572

Action Areas: Education Policy and Equity, Environmental Justice and Food Security, Expression, Arts, and Culture, Racial Justice, direct climate mitigation and adaptation 

About: Sustainable Hudson Valley’s mission is to speed up, scale up, jazz up and leverage progress against climate change, creating communities where people and nature thrive. We are the only regional organization devoted to on-the-ground programs and projects that concretely reduce greenhouse gas emissions, draw carbon out of the atmosphere and create economic opportunities in the process.

Position Descriptions: coming soon

Desired Skills: Communications – emails, phone calls, in person outreach, Copywriting, Fact-checking, GIS/Mapping, Graphic design, Writing, Data collection/analysis

Hours: 4 hrs/week; 8hrs/week

Are you interested in getting involved with Sustainable HV? Visit here for your next steps.

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Poughkeepsie Farm Project – Farm Crew

farmproject.org

Non-profit, 15-20 team members

Address: 51 Vassar Farm Lane, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

Action Areas: Environmental Justice and Food Security

About:The mission of the Poughkeepsie Farm Project is to cultivate local leadership in sustainable farming, food access, and education, and to foster an inclusive, welcoming community for everyone. Our Vision is a community that works collaboratively to provide equitable access to nutritious food via a just and resilient food system.

Position description: Play a supportive role of the Poughkeepsie Farm Project farm crew. This position includes contributing to all aspects of farm production including but not limited to harvesting, seeding, weeding, sowing, thinning crops, support with CSA customer relations and food distribution efforts, assisting with volunteers and workshare members, clean up and maintenance of all tools and spaces, and meetings with farm crew members as necessary.

Hours:4hrs/week, 8hrs/week

Positions Available:1, 2

Are you interested in getting involved with the PFP? Visit here for your next steps.

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Hudson Valley Regional Council (HVRC)

https://hudsonvalleyregionalcouncil.org/dutchesscapi/

Non-profit, 15-20 team members

Address: 105 Anne St., Newburgh, NY

Action Areas:Environmental Justice and Food Security, Public Health, Climate Resilience

About:  HVRC is one of 7 regional councils in NY State providing technical and strategic assistance to local governments. We cover 7 counties in the mid-Hudson region and are focused on issues such as sustainability, water quality, economic development and climate resiliency.

Position Description: Assist local municipalities with Climate vulnerability assessments and climate adaptation plans.

Desired Skills: Communications – emails, phone calls, in person outreach, Copywriting, GIS/Mapping, Research skills

Hours: 4hrs/week

Are you interested in getting involved with HVRC? Visit here for your next steps.

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Town of Gardiner Environmental Conservation Commission

https://www.townofgardiner.org/departments/environmental-conservation-commission

Address:  2340 STATE ROUTE 44/55, Gardiner, NY 12525

Action Areas: Environmental Conservation

About:  We have been partnering with Vassar CEL for 2 years in creating and updating our online mapper for our Natural Resources Inventory for the Town of Gardiner. The NRI is an official town document that describes all the natural areas of the town and other related data about the landscape and town features. We have some final updates that need to be completed using the ArcGIS online mapping program from ESRI. 

Position Descriptions: In conjunction with Vassar staff, students will complete updates to several mapping features and make some adjustments to specific items in the mapper. This mapper is a critical tool in assessing applications to the building department and planning board and in understanding the natural features of the town that need special attention. 

Desired Skills: Communications – emails, phone calls, in person outreach, Fact-checking, GIS/Mapping

Hours: 4hrs/week

Are you interested in getting involved with The Town of Gardiner? Visit here for your next steps.

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The City of Newburgh Department of Planning and Development

https://www.cityofnewburgh-ny.gov/245/Planning-Development

Address: 123 Grand Street, Newburgh, NY 12550

About: The City of Newburgh Department of Planning and Development manages a variety of services and programs that assist the City in land use development, economic growth, and neighborhood revitalization aimed at sustainable living. The Planning and Development Department has a broad range of responsibilities including: (Brownfield Investigation and Remediation, Census and Demographics, Community Development, Disposition of In-Rem City-Owned properties, Economic Development, Environmental Assessment, Heritage, Land Use Boards management, Land Use Planning, Long Term Master Planning, Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Planning)

Position Description:

The City of Newburgh Conservation Advisory Council (“CAC”) has been an awarded a grant from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (“NYSDEC”) Hudson River Estuary Program to complete a Natural Resources Inventory (“NRI”). The NRI will identify, describe, and map natural resources occurring within the City of Newburgh and adjacent properties that constitute the boundaries and watersheds of the City-owned Washington Lake and Brown’s Pond/Silver Stream drinking reservoirs. The City is seeking one or more students (number to be determined by CEL faculty advisor) to work with a City representative to create an NRI interactive web map by Spring  of 2025. The interactive web map will complement the NRI report and allow the Planning Board, City Departments, as well as the general public, to interact with the data obtained by the NRI study more easily. An example of a finished product is available here.

The maps will be developed under the supervision of the College’s supervising consultant, Neil Curri. The student will also provide a narrative to each map that explains the context of the map and its layers. The NRI interactive web map will consist of the below maps:

• Land Use
  • Zoning
  • Climate Resiliency
  • Physical Setting
  • Water Resources
  • Habitats and Wildlife
  • Cultural and Historic Resources
  • Comprehensive

Jonathan Midler, City Planner, will serve as the student’s point of contact and liaison between the CEL student and the City of Newburgh. Neil Curri, of Vassar College, will be advising and supervising the student related to the technical and logistical aspects.

It is anticipated this project can be conducted virtually unless otherwise advised by the CEL faculty advisor. During the course of the project, the CEL student will meet bi-weekly virtually with the City Planner as well as other City representatives whose input is needed. They will also meet with Neil Curri as needed. The student is encouraged to attend monthly CAC subcommittee meetings for the NRI.

As part of the learning experience provided by this project, at the completion of the project, the student may make a presentation to the CAC to introduce the features and functionality to potential users, the overall benefits and use of the Interactive Mapping. Ideally this would be an in-person presentation, however, this can be completed virtually if needed.

The prospective student should have experience in GIS mapping, in addition to having some experience in science-based writing. Ideal candidates should have a major related to urban planning, environmental science/studies, geography, or a related field.

Hours: 4 hrs/week or 8 hrs/week

Are you interested in getting involved with The City of Newburgh? Visit here for your next steps.

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Woodstock, New York – Planning Board

Woodstockny.org

Address: 45 Comeau Drive, Woodstock, NY 12498

Action Areas: Environmental Justice and Food Security, Expression, Arts, and Culture, Housing Insecurity/Justice, Public Health, Voting Rights, Legal Access

About:  The Planning Board and the Complete Streets Committee use maps for a variety of internal processes and also for public information.

Position Description: Support a local trail guide transcribe paper logging roads and other trails

Desired Skills: GIS/Mapping

Hours: 4hrs/week

Are you interested in getting involved with The Town of Woodstock? Visit here for your next steps.

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Bedford2030

https://bedford2030.org/about/

Location: The Bedford 2030 office is in St. Luke’s Parish house in Katonah, in Bedford, NY. However, our team often works remotely with office hours and in-person meetings as warranted/required to advance goals. Work in Bedford will be expected for responsibilities like tabling or community outreach. 

Action Areas: Environmental Justice and Food Security, Environmental Advocacy & GHG Reduction

About:

Bedford 2030 is a 501(c)3 that addresses the urgent issue of climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and preserving natural resources. Since 2010, we have engaged and inspired community members in Bedford and beyond to take climate action. We have set an aggressive 10-year goal to reduce community-wide greenhouse gas emissions 80% by 2030. Bedford 2030 creates tools and resources that empower community members to take action, and we pilot programs locally, intending to export our work to other communities far and wide.

Position Description:

In 2025, Bedford 2030’s primary focus is reducing greenhouse emissions from buildings and transportation in Bedford, with a supplementary emphasis on preserving natural resources, reducing food waste, and advocating for legislative action. We intend to accomplish this through highly engaging community outreach, including creative digital content and intimate community events to encourage local grassroots climate action.

Our intern(s) will help us achieve this by working with elected officials, town employees, utilities, local organizations, and individuals in our community; create materials for community education and outreach (including but not limited to webpages, social media posts, newsletter articles, and videos); identify incentives to drive behaviors, identify and track metrics to measure progress and success, and document a program that can be used to advise other similar communities to do the same. Our intern(s) will gain a deep understanding of energy data,  how organizations track change over time, and effective strategies to engage community members around consumer choices. By the end of the internship, the intern(s) will participate in deploying program(s) that include goals, milestones, a timeline, budget, identified partners, and success metrics.

Responsibilities/Activities: 

• Assist Communications and Outreach Manager and team in developing and enhancing campaign(s) related to energy efficiency, electrification, clean transportation, and natural climate solutions, including the creation of milestones, timelines, and materials for implementation 
• Conceptualize, film, and edit videos surrounding our initiatives to be used on our website, emails, social media, and YouTube channel
• Research and publish blog posts to educate and provide relevant local, national, and global news that supports our initiatives
• Create outreach and promotional materials related to our initiatives, such as social media posts, email newsletters, press releases, and advertisements 
• Prepare digital assets, copy, and announcements for programs 
• Table at community events and promote programs to community members 
• Help recruit volunteers and partners to participate in campaign efforts

Desired Skills:

Qualifications: 

• Love of, appreciation for, and commitment to the environment
• Creative and proactive out-of-the-box thinker 
• Understands data and enjoys data mining 
• Detail-oriented and organized 
• Curious and comfortable with questions and engaging people in exploratory conversation on matters that are potentially alternative and/or new
• Strong Excel, GSuite, Canva, Capcut, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube skills 
• Strong communicator, both in writing and orally, bonus if familiarity with writing policy and legal explorations 
• Second language fluency is a plus

Personal Skills/Attributes: 

• Self-starter with a high energy level, a strong work ethic, and the proven ability to multitask and execute tasks on or ahead of deadlines 
• Comfort and willingness to be on camera conducting interviews, creating educational and entertaining content, and participating in mission-related conversations 
• Natural willingness and desire to learn new skills and hone expertise 
• Sense of humor, optimism, a positive outlook, and an enthusiastic attitude about doing any task, large or small
• Team player and collaborator

Hours: 4hrs/week

Are you interested in getting involved with Bedford2030? Visit here for your next steps.

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Town of Lloyd Environmental Conservation Commission

https://www.townoflloyd.com/environmental-conservation-council

Municipal Volunteer Advisory Council, 5-10 team members

Address: based out of Lloyd, NY (remote work available)

Action Areas: Environmental Justice and Food Security, Environmental Conservation

About:  The Environmental Conservation Council (ECC) is a town-appointed council that advises the Town of Lloyd on the preservation, development and use of Lloyd’s natural and historical resources.

Position Description: The student will assist the ECC in the creation of a CSC Task Force, which will serve as a central body of leadership that promotes and supports climate mitigation and adaptation in the community. The student may assist with outreach and communications to municipal officials and residents, and help prepare materials for CSC Task Force meetings. 

The student will also work with the ECC and Hudson Valley Regional Council to complete a Greenhouse Gas Inventory report for the Town of Lloyd, as well as gathering information and documentation for energy benchmarking (tracking energy use, measuring performance over time). These projects will build a baseline of information against which Lloyd can measure the success of future Climate Smart actions. 

In addition, the student may also assist in gathering information and documentation related to other CSC actions, such as LED street light replacement, and other infrastructure improvements, projects, and plans the Town has completed or is in the process of completing, which may be points-earning CSC actions.

Desired Skills: Communications – emails, phone calls, in person outreach, Research skills, Writing, GIS/Mapping and Data collection/analysis desired but not required

Hours: 8hrs/week, If the interested student or students only have 4 hrs/wk to commit to the project, we’ll take it and it will make an impact.

Are you interested in getting involved with The Town of Lloyd ECC? Visit here for your next steps.

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United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region

uwdor.org

Non-profit, 15-20 team members

Address: 75 Market Street, Poughkeepsie

Action Areas: Education Policy and Equity, Environmental Justice and Food Security, Housing Insecurity/Justice, Public Health

About: We fight for the health, education and financial stability for every person in our community.

Position Description: We have learning opportunities in our impact, fundraising and marketing departments.

Desired Skills: Bilingual Spanish-English, Communications – emails, phone calls, in person outreach, Graphic design, Previous experience working with young people, Previous experience in this field, Public speaking/presenting, Research skills, Social media management, Web design, Writing, Video editing/production, Data collection/analysis

Hours: 4hrs/week
Positions Available: 2

Are you interested in getting involved with UWDOR? Visit here for your next steps.

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Vassar Haiti Project

https://www.thehaitiproject.org/

About: Founded in 2001, the Haiti Project (THP) is a nonprofit organization with a three-fold purpose:
1. To foster sustainable development in Haiti;
2. To promote Haitian art, and to raise the nation’s narrative through art;
3. To engage and educate students in the theory and practice of global citizenship.
Our work is guided by our partners in Haiti and together we collaborate on initiatives in the mountain village of Chermaitre: Education, Women’s Co-operative, Environment, Art, and Health.

Action Areas : Environmental justice & food security

Description: The Haiti Project (THP) works with Haitian partners to plant and care for thousands of trees. There is a deforestation and food insecurity crisis in Haiti which contributes to a myriad of environmental emergencies—our goal is to plant 100,000 trees to make a long-term, sustainable difference for the people living in the Haitian mountains and their environment. Thus far 45,000+ fruit trees, 5,000 coffee trees, and 100,000 nutritious crops (e.g., beans, potatoes, etc.) have been planted. The intern would support these efforts by identifying future funding and grant opportunities for the program. 

Responsibilities: 

• Support reforestation efforts of the nonprofit by engaging in activities that may include the following: 
• Work with THP directors to identify potential grants and funding sources 
• Draft grant applications with THP
• Co-create publicity materials on environmental sustainability in Haiti

View all Vassar Haiti Project CEL Opportunities here

Desired Skills: Strong writing and communication skills, interests in nonprofit operation, attention to details, ideally interest in climate change, environment, and/or food security. 

Hours: 4 hrs/wk

Are you interested in getting involved with the VHP? Visit here for your next steps.