Field Volunteer – Women's Empowerment & Self-Defense in Athens

Empowervan is looking for a passionate and dedicated **Field Volunteer** to join our team on the ground in Athens. Our mission is to prevent violence and empower displaced women through movement and self-defense. We operate by the refugee camps near Athens and in shelters.

## **What We’re Looking For:**

- **Teaching Skills**: Ability to teach **sport, self-defense, or martial arts**.
- **Gender Requirement**: Female applicants only (due to the nature of our work).
- **Personal Attributes**: Adaptable, well-organized, able to work independently, and at least 21 years old.
- **Experience**: Prior experience working with displaced communities or minorities is **preferred**.
- **Availability**:
- Commitment of at least **16 hours per week**.
- Able to be on the ground in **Athens for a minimum of 6 weeks**.
- People with a driver's license

## **Additional Skills (Preferred but Not Required):**

- Media management.
- Grant writing.
- Networking and community outreach.

## **Important Notes:**

- This is an **unpaid volunteer position**.
- Applicants must be self-sufficient and able to cover their own expenses during the volunteering period.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and join a dynamic team dedicated to creating a world free of gender-based violence, we’d love to hear from you!