Application: State Legislative Coordinator (Volunteer Position)

Amnesty International USA (AIUSA) is seeking qualified volunteer Legislative Coordinators in every state to engage U.S. political leaders on human rights issues. Legislative Coordinators work with members and advocacy staff to lobby Members of Congress and other key officials on legislation and initiatives to safeguard rights and protect people at risk. State Legislative Coordinators advise activists in their state on advocacy tactics and issues, and build networks to win legislative successes.

First Name

Last Name

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Email

Phone Number

Address 1

City

State

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Can you make a two-year commitment to this position?

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Are you a registered voter?

Yes

No

Maybe

Why are you interested in being a Legislative Coordinator?

How long have you been a member of Amnesty International?

What other volunteer leadership positions have you held, or do you currently hold?

Would you be comfortable with occasional media work and public speaking? Have you done this before?

As a Legislative Coordinator, you may be asked occasionally to react quickly to developments by making calls during the day to officials’ offices and by mobilizing Amnesty groups. Will this pose any problem for you?

Do you have any prior political experience (lobbied Member of Congress, volunteered in political campaign, etc.)? Do you have other experience relevant to advocacy work?

As an Amnesty representative, you will need to reach out to all elected officials, regardless of their party affiliation. Would this be a problem for you?

What is your current job or employment situation?

Please provide contact information for 2 references

How did you hear about the Legislative Coordinator program?

Are you applying for any other volunteer leader positions?

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