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Volunteer with SAFOD

VOLUNTEER WITH SAFOD

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Volunteer with SAFOD for disability rights

Volunteer with SAFOD and help us promote disability rights across Southern Africa. We are a non-profit organisation working in all 16 SADC Member States. We support national federations of Organisations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs).

We welcome volunteers and interns from anywhere in the world. You can contribute online or, if based in Gaborone, work directly at our Secretariat in Botswana.

Online volunteer roles

Content writing

Write and edit articles, news, and updates for our website and newsletters.

Funding research

Research grant opportunities and help draft funding proposals.

Translation

Translate key documents into Portuguese, French, or other regional languages.

Research & data

Support data collection and online research for SAFOD projects.

Design & media

Produce accessible reports, infographics, or short videos.

Digital visibility

Help national affiliates build their online presence and reach.

Who can help?

Online roles suit people in any country. If you live in Gaborone, you can also join our team at the Secretariat in Botswana.

Students and early-career professionals are welcome as interns. Learn more about SAFOD and our national affiliates.

How to apply

  1. Choose the role that fits your skills.
  2. Open the application form below.
  3. Tell us about your skills and the role you want.

Why volunteer with SAFOD

In-person volunteers at our Secretariat bring fresh ideas and add to our team's range of skills and experience.

You also gain real experience in regional disability advocacy and non-profit work. See our programmes and projects to find out where you could help.

Have skills to offer that are not listed above? We want to hear from you.

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