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ORGANIZATION: Symptone

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Are you passionate about healthcare, diversity, and making a difference? Do you love writing and want to use your skills to impact the world positively? Join Symptone as a volunteer blog writer and help us transform the understanding of medical conditions on darker skin tones! About Symptone: Symptone is dedicated to ensuring that everyone, regardless of their skin color, receives accurate and timely medical care. We advocate for greater representation of diverse skin tones in medical education and healthcare to prevent misdiagnosis and normalize medical conditions in people of color. What You’ll Do: * Create Engaging Content: Write articles, blog posts, and stories that highlight the importance of diversity in healthcare, share patient experiences, and educate our audience. * Research Topics: Dive into current research, trends, and stories related to healthcare disparities, skin conditions, and representation in medical education. * Collaborate with a Creative Team: Work alongside a passionate team of writers, editors, and medical professionals to produce high-quality content that resonates with our readers. * Build Your Portfolio: Gain valuable writing experience, improve your skills, and build a portfolio that showcases your commitment to social impact and health equity. What’s in It for You? * Impact: Be part of a movement that’s changing the face of healthcare and making a real difference in people’s lives. * Experience: Develop your writing, research, and communication skills while working on meaningful projects. * Community: Connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for diversity, healthcare, and social justice. * Flexible Schedule: Contribute on your own time! We understand the busy lives of students and professionals, so we offer flexible deadlines. * Service Hours: Earn volunteer hours and receive a certificate of appreciation for your contributions. Who Can Apply? * High school and college students, recent graduates, and anyone with a passion for writing and social impact. * Individuals who are self-motivated, creative, and eager to learn. * Writers with a strong interest in healthcare, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to make a difference and join a team dedicated to healthcare transformation, we’d love to hear from you! Fill out the interest form here to get started: https://forms.gle/WwKkAdX9MezcaGph9

Know someone who might be interested? Share this opportunity with friends, classmates, and anyone passionate about writing and making a difference!

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About Symptone

Location:

7800 Fairview, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33321, US

Mission Statement

At Symptone, our mission is to revolutionize healthcare by enhancing the understanding and diagnosis of medical conditions on darker skin tones. We are committed to bridging the gap in medical knowledge and representation, advocating for better education and awareness around dermatological conditions that affect people of color. Through our visual database, educational initiatives, and community engagement, we aim to ensure equitable access to healthcare and empower individuals with the knowledge they need for better skin health. Our goal is to create a more inclusive and informed medical community, where every skin tone is accurately represented and understood.

Description

Symptone is a groundbreaking nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming healthcare by improving the understanding and diagnosis of medical conditions on darker skin tones. Founded by passionate students and advocates, Symptone addresses the critical gap in medical knowledge and representation that affects people of color. Our mission is to create a comprehensive visual database of dermatological conditions, standardizing the way these conditions are recognized and treated.

Through our blog, educational initiatives, and community programs, Symptone empowers individuals with the knowledge they need for better skin health and advocates for equitable access to healthcare. We strive to ensure that every skin tone is accurately represented and understood within the medical community. Our diverse team of volunteers includes student ambassadors, blog writers, video creators, translators, podcasters, and global ambassadors, all working together to promote inclusivity and diversity in healthcare.

Symptone is committed to making a lasting impact by fostering a deeper understanding of medical conditions on people of color, advocating for better education, and raising awareness around healthcare disparities. Together, we are building a more inclusive and informed medical community.

CAUSE AREAS

Advocacy & Human Rights
Health & Medicine
Race & Ethnicity
Advocacy & Human Rights, Health & Medicine, Race & Ethnicity

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.

SKILLS

  • Healthcare
  • Copy Writing / Copy Editing
  • Multi-Tasking
  • Organization
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Verbal / Written Communication

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+
  • Group

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 14
  • Orientation or Training

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