Breaking Taboo
Cause Area
Location
1750 N Western Ave Los Angeles, CA 90027
United States
Active Opportunities (2)
2024-11-26
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2025-02-24
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Virtual Opportunity
Breaking Taboo is looking for remote volunteers! We are a Non-profit organization dedicated to breaking the taboo around Mental Illness and providing critical education to the public on Suicide Prevention. Our mission is to save lives by killing silence. Here is what we require from our amazing volunteers: 1. Willingness to break the taboo 2. Enthusiasm to make a difference. 3. Weekly communication with our volunteer coordinator and founder If you think this is you, then send us a quick email and we will get you started right away. You can do what you love to do and be a part of something that does everything to make a difference. We need people to help with: 1) Research... A few examples: Research event venues and other places volunteers can fundraise for the organization, i.e. find events volunteers can work booths at. Also, find programs that offer discounts for 501(c)(3) non-profits. 2) Phone calls. Breaking Taboo calls businesses and other organizations to secure sponsorships or donors. 3) Article and Blog Writing. 4) List-making. A few examples: Draft lists of people who can be contacted to gain support for our cause, people who may be interested in helping us complete our documentary, and organizations we can collaborate with. Whether you can help with one or all, we'd love to hear from you! Contact us today.
Date Posted: 2024-11-18
Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
Breaking Taboo is looking for new Article Writers for a chance to be published on our established mental health website! Are you looking for the chance to make a difference, particularly in the field of mental health and suicide prevention? If so, this volunteer position might be the right fit for you! You would be writing research-based articles on an approved topic of your choice within the mental health sphere. In the past, we have had members write everything from coping mechanisms to integrating mental health education into the school curriculum. This is a non-paid volunteer remote position. You must be able to commit a minimum of 3 months. You can find more examples of our articles here: https://breaking-taboo.org/category/articles/. Or on our main website under "articles" www.breaking-taboo.org If this sounds like something you are passionate about, Please submit your resume, cover letter, and 3-5 writing samples. Preferred writing samples include some form of research based essay and a personal piece if you have one. Thank you and happy writing! We are looking for writing samples that display your skill as a writer. They don't have to be mental health-related. We are looking for substance as much as syntax, flow, and grammatical aptitude, especially for the research-based articles. For personal stories, we are a bit more lenient. We encourage anyone with lived experience or knows someone with mental health conditions to apply. Send all materials to Crystal at crystal@breaking-taboo.org. A little bit about Breaking Taboo... We are a non-profit Mental Health & Suicide Prevention organization that works in the entertainment industry of Hollywood, California. We are creating educational content dedicated to Saving Lives and bringing about Mental Health Awareness while promoting a positive Social Change. We have a passionate team full of positive energy and enthusiasm for the cause, and we are looking for similar candidates to have on board! Please view our social media platforms at: www.instagram.com/BreakingTaboo www.twitter.com/Breaking_taboo www.facebook.com/BreakingTaboo **We believe in a positive attitude and taking everyone on our team, including our interns, into account while treating them with equal respect. Your voice will be heard in this organization, your ideas will be given consideration, and your creativity will not be stifled! [Note: This is an unpaid volunteer position.]
Date Posted: 2024-11-18
Organization Information
Mission Statement
BreakingTaboo is an organization that is aiming to create a societal change around mental health awareness and suicide prevention! We are dedicated to breaking the taboo against mental health and saving lives by killing the silence associated with suicide and providing critical suicide education and resources.
Description
We utilize a variety of platforms in order to promote mental health awareness and mental well being. We provide much needed education to the public about suicide prevention, suicide resources, inspirational stories, and debunking the myths associated with suicide while promoting useful facts.
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