The Anti-Defamation League was founded in 1913 “to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment to all.” Now one of the nation’s premier civil rights agencies, ADL fights anti-Semitism and all forms of bigotry, defends democratic ideals and protects civil rights for all. Interns will receive a broad overview of the work that the ADL does, including civil rights, education, and community initiatives.
In Education, interns will help set up our 2016-17 No Place for Hate® initiative which provides educators and students the resources to ensure that anti-bias and diversity education are an integral part of the school curriculum. Interns may also participate in banner ceremonies where we honor each school district for their achievement. Interns will also help us prepare for our annual No Place for Hate Youth Summit, which empowers over 700 middle school students and faculty to build campuses of respect.
Under our Development wing, interns will assist with donor cultivation and stewardship as well as correspondence. Interns will also aide in event planning and fundraising.
In Civil Rights, interns will sit in on civil rights calls and other internal meetings as well as assist in planning legislative day and legislator visits.
Other duties include writing articles for our blog and other local publications, helping us prepare and attending our board meetings. The schedule is flexible, but we would like for interns to work 2-3 days a week for a total of 10-12 hours. Candidates must be passionate about social justice and be engaging with our large network of community leaders.
If interested, contact:
Renee Lafair | Regional Director| Anti-Defamation League | Email: rlafair@adl.org
Phone: 512-249-7960 | Fax: 512-249-1661