Page - January 6, 2012
The Quit Coal Activist Training Program is building a more powerful movement against coal by providing empowering trainings, ongoing support, and connecting local communities. Every year 24,000 people die prematurely because of pollution from coal-fired power plants. In 2011, we built this program to offer a novel way for Greenpeace to listen to, learn from, and work with communities who are working to shut down dirty coal plants.
Did a Power Shift conference get you fired up? Have you ever been to a summit or training and walked away more empowered? In 2012, we will host two regional grassroots organizing skill-shares (or ‘jamborees’) for approximately 40-50 new and existing organizers of all ages who work on coal or climate issues. The agenda will be participant-driven, focused on leadership and personal development, community building and networking, and self-care. We will encourage participants to create plans for synchronized, joint action following the event.
During the summer of 2012, you can help make this event successful by assisting with the planning and execution. Whether it’s working with the project team to ensure smooth execution, talking with potential trainers and attendees across the country, or just having lunch with the Quit Coal Activist Program staff, you’ll gain valuable experience in developing and hosting trainings, action camps, and movement-building events.
Responsibilities:
● Event-planning and logistical support (vendor research, reservations, liaising, etc).
● Assisting with team communication (setting up meetings, taking notes, etc).
● Assisting with communication among event trainers and the recruitment/development of the participant—led workshops.
Qualifications:
● Comfort with basic spreadsheets (no special skill required, but you should not fear the grid).
● Comfort on the phone (mostly speaking with vendors/venue staff as needed)
● Experience with planning events desirable
● Experience with training, training events or action camps a plus (as a participant or otherwise!)
● Ability to manage multiple documents and keep information easily accessible and reportable
● Ability to work independently; comfortable asking for assistance or clarification as needed
● Interested in the climate/coal movement, movement-building, and solidarity work