Apply to Join Inaugural ONE Global Activists Program in Canada (2024-25)

This volunteer program is ideal for people who are passionate about doing more to fight for a more just world, want to develop skills in advocacy and understanding of development finance, and are keen to join a global network of people speaking out for global justice.

ONE fights for a more just world by demanding the investments needed to create economic opportunities and healthier lives in Africa. They’re looking for passionate campaigners to join their inaugural ONE Canada Global Activist program. ONE will recruit, train, and support emerging leaders who will champion causes ONE supports across Canada. This is a fantastic opportunity to impact your community and the world working with mission-driven ONE supporters in a supportive environment.

In this role: ONE Activists will have access to a range of advocacy tools and activities and will receive support to design and develop their own action plans with the ONE team. They will be expected to deliver a range of actions, including but not limited to:

• Take high impact action 1-2 times per month by writing letters, delivering petition signatures from ONE supporters to local MP offices, submitting Letters to the Editor to local news publications, making phone calls to elected officials, and/or tweeting at political leaders.
• Participate in virtual and local meetings with your MP and/or their staff under the mentorship of Campaigns Manager.
• Meet ONE staff and activists from across the country at monthly virtual national training calls for updates on ONE’s campaigns, international development and global health news, and trainings.
• Attend in-person events in your city – as able.

Benefits

• Being part of Canadian Activists and ONE Global Activists network of over 1,000 people across Canada, Europe, Africa and the US.
• A written confirmation of service and certificate on completion of the program.
• Training and opportunities to develop skills and knowledge in advocacy for change, global politics, media, social media and policy.
• Opportunity to represent ONE at events, conferences and trainings.
• Opportunities to engage with policy and decision-makers.
• Skill-building and professional development opportunities like issue briefings, effective advocacy training, and more.
• Meet friends and build relationships with like-minded activists from all over Canada.
• ONE swag such as t-shirts, campaign materials, and other branded goodies.
• Possible opportunity to attend a day on Parliament Hill in Ottawa – Spring 2025.

Training & Requirements

• A one year commitment is required for this position and may be renewed annually thereafter.
• Attend monthly virtual National Global Activist Meetings.
• Take 1-2 high impact actions per month (e.g. send an email to your MP).
• Open communication with Campaigns Manager.

What they are looking for?

• Passion for social justice and making lasting change.
• Interested in growing your knowledge or skills in politics, policy, global development, advocacy, activism, public speaking, and/or storytelling.
• Interest in engaging policymakers on issues of relevance.
• A commitment to stay engaged with the ONE Campaign throughout the tenure and a willingness to dedicate some time to raise awareness and mobilize different people to support ONE’s initiatives.

For more information, visit ONE.