Job description
The goal of this VISTA project is to alleviate poverty by increasing access to justice, which can allow individuals to resolve their legal issues even if they cannot afford an attorney. Access to justice encompasses representation in court, reduction of legal barriers to service, and access to information and resources, all of which help people protect their livelihoods, health, homes, and families, and in turn stabilize communities. Equal Justice Wyoming (EJW) produces and disseminates self-help legal resources and supports access-to-justice initiatives. The VISTA Member will be involved in community engagement, fundraising, and volunteer programs aimed at providing increased access to justice in order to expand EJW’s capacity to serve low-income individuals and provide increased access to the courts. EJW is partnering with Legal Aid of Wyoming, Inc. (LAW) to host this VISTA position. LAW is a non-profit law firm providing legal help to low-income individuals living in Wyoming. The VISTA Member will help alleviate poverty by maximizing the provision of legal services to those living in, or in danger of falling into, poverty.
Member Duties : 1. Meet with the Executive Director to learn about annual fundraising events. 2. Review materials from previous fundraising events. 3. Compile a master list of contacts for each event. 4. Draft a schedule accounting for each event and its associated tasks. 5. Become well-familiar with previous outreach methods. 6. Explore current trends in outreach including fruitful community partnerships and meaningful social media engagement. Focus on means of reaching low-income vulnerable populations, including the elderly, veterans, and those struggling with opioid use. 7. Prepare a detailed report of the findings. 8. Develop a written plan for implementing the identified methods. 9. Explore opportunities (at the University, community colleges, libraries, and elsewhere) to recruit volunteers for EJW’s website LiveChat system. 10. Develop procedures to improve efficiency of volunteer management. 11. Help alleviate poverty by increasing access to justice for underserved populations.
Program Benefits : Training , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Health Coverage* , Childcare assistance if eligible , Living Allowance , Relocation Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service .
Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Service Areas :
Veterans , Community Outreach , Health , Tribal , Housing .
Veterans , Community Outreach , Health , Tribal , Housing .
Skills :
Veterans , Computers/Technology , Community Organization , Public Speaking , Writing/Editing , Leadership , Non-Profit Management , Law , Communications , Team Work , Education , Social Services , Fund raising/Grant Writing .
Veterans , Computers/Technology , Community Organization , Public Speaking , Writing/Editing , Leadership , Non-Profit Management , Law , Communications , Team Work , Education , Social Services , Fund raising/Grant Writing .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
23-24 VISTA Supporting Access to Justice in Wyoming
Program Start/End Date
07/17/2023 - 07/15/2024
Work Schedule
Full Time
Education level
College graduate
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations
WYOMING
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From 03/01/2023 To 07/14/2023
Contact
LEORA HOSHALL
2300 Capitol Ave
Cheyenne WY 82002
3077778384
LHoshall@courts.state.wy.us
Listing ID
116978
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