The Dialogue Project (501c3) creates the opportunity for New Yorkers – Palestinians, Israelis, Jews, Muslims, new immigrants, long time citizens, and others of many ethnicities and cultures – to come together to explore differences and commonalities, build mutual trust, and establish partnerships across inter-group divisions. We support community in which truth-telling and open-mindedness are valued: we name the unnamed, speak the unspoken, become enriched by our diversity.
Core program areas include:
- Middle East Monthly Dialogue Circles
- Dialogue Workshops and Facilitation Trainings
- Coffee & Conversation (new immigrant and long time neighbor ESL program)
- Brooklyn Youth Dialogue Corps.
- Public Forums – Palestinian, Israeli, Muslim, and Jewish participants share their experiences with synagogues, churches and others.
Hours: 8-10 hours per week
Compensation: Transportation stipend will be provided. Will work with intern to provide academic credit if desired. This internship can grow into a part-time position.
Responsibilities:
- Administrative and outreach work with new immigrants and long time citizens of diverse cultures- Israelis, Palestinians, Jews, Muslims, adults and youth in NYC
- Managing computer updates, data, and researching media and non-profit organizations for partnership opportunities
- Design flyers, update website (through dreamweaver)
Requirements:
- Experience with teens
- Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Outlook (contacts and email distribution)
- Experience with Dreamweaver is a plus
- Knowledge of Arabic, Hebrew, Persian, Turkish and/or Spanish is a plus
- Must live in New York City
Eligibility: This position is located in Brooklyn, NY. This position is perfect for undergraduates who desire work experience in the grassroots non-profit sector.
Social Media: Website, Facebook and Twitter
