Healthy NewsWorks is recruiting volunteers to help expand its work with elementary and middle school student journalists during the upcoming school year. The organization is seeking volunteer editors, page designers, and family engagement workshop facilitators.Â
Volunteer opportunities Â
Volunteer editors work remotely with Healthy NewsWorks staff to review student writing, proofread newspapers and magazines, and provide feedback that helps young reporters strengthen their journalism skills. The flexible position is ideal for experienced editors, particularly those with a background in journalism who enjoy mentoring student writers.
Read the Volunteer Editor job description.
Volunteer page designers help transform student reporting into polished print and digital newspapers using Canva. Individuals with publication layout or graphic design experience are encouraged to apply. Most work is completed remotely, with deadlines designed to accommodate volunteers’ schedules.
Healthy NewsWorks seeks family engagement workshop facilitators to lead interactive workshops for parents, caregivers and children throughout the Philadelphia area. Using prepared lesson plans and activities, facilitators will guide discussions on health, media literacy, communication, and school success. The role is well suited for educators, health professionals, journalists, and others with experience working with families and community groups.
Read the Family Engagement Workshop Facilitator job description.
For more information, contact Editor@HealthyNewsWorks.org.
