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Become a Student Ambassador for Healthcare Equity

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ORGANIZATION: Symptone

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About Us:
Symptone is a student-led nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the understanding and diagnosis of medical conditions on darker skin tones. Our mission is to ensure that all individuals, regardless of skin color, receive accurate and timely medical care by advocating for greater representation of diverse skin tones in medical education and healthcare.

Position Overview:
We are looking for passionate and motivated students to join our team as Student Ambassadors. This role is perfect for high school, college, or graduate students who are eager to gain experience in nonprofit work, healthcare advocacy, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as a representative of Symptone within your school or community.
  • Raise awareness about our mission and initiatives through social media, school events, and other platforms.
  • Organize and participate in educational workshops, webinars, and discussions related to healthcare equity.
  • Assist in the recruitment of other volunteers and ambassadors.
  • Provide feedback and insights to help shape our programs and outreach strategies.

Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in high school, college, or graduate school.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Passion for healthcare equity and a commitment to Symptone's mission.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.
  • Social media savvy is a plus.

Benefits:

  • Gain leadership and advocacy experience in a growing nonprofit.
  • Receive training and mentorship from Symptone's team.
  • Network with like-minded peers and professionals.
  • Earn volunteer hours and a certificate of recognition upon completion of the program.

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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

  • Marketing & Communications (Mar/Com)
  • Research
  • Healthcare
  • Fundraising
  • Community Outreach
  • Networking

GOOD FOR

  • Kids
  • Teens
  • People 55+
  • Group

REQUIREMENTS

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