Volunteer Opportunity Details:

The assistant helps the agency publicize its activities through the quarterly agency newsletter, Website, press releases, etc. They would provide writing, translation, proofreading, and photographs, according to their background, interests, and availability. They would also help distribute copies of the newsletter to local businesses and other community sites. They can also assist with developing advertising sponsors for the newsletter.

They should be bilingual in Portuguese and English and have some writing, publications, and/or photography experience. They should also be able to work with IBM-compatible computers in MS Word. Basic photo editing software helpful.

This opportunity is sponsored by: Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers (MAPS)

We need volunteers who are free at these times Occasional Weekdays This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Individual

Contact Person: Renan Leahy, Devel. & Communications Asst., (phone), (email) View all agency contacts

Address:

1046 Cambridge St. Cambridge, MA 02139 (See a map)

Directions:

Please call and we will fax or give directions to appropriate site (MAPS has 6 offices). Directions are also available on the website at www.maps-inc.org in the Contact link.   Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: Lechmere or Central Square,   Walk distance (in minutes): 15-20   Nearest Bus Stop: 69 bus For maps or information, please see http://www.mbta.com

Miscellaneous Information

Does this opportunity serve youth in After-School programs?
	No
Is this opportunity available to family volunteers? (adults and children ages 12-17)?
	No
Is this opportunity a highly skilled volunteer opportunity?
	No
Is this opportunity available to youth ages 12-17, unaccompanied by an adult?
	No
Would this opportunity be appropriate for corporate groups?
	No
Please Choose an Impact Area
	Other

5 Overall Experience   
I have volunteered with MAPS for over five years and I have witness the many great things that MAPS have done for our communities, I'm glad that United Way have been there to support MAPS and on the other hand, very happy to see MAPS helping those in need."

It is hard to describe all the positive things that have happened to me because of my affiliation with MAPS. To start with, it was at (COPA) MAPS that I learned my few first words in English in 1989/1991. Then 10 years later I returned as a volunteer on the Board of Directors where today (10/3/06) I serve as its first Brazilian President. This accomplisment alone is a big deal for me personally and for the entire Brazilian community. I have learned to conduct fundraise, run a Board, lead committees, etc....etc...Thank you! posted by cdasilvapt13@aol.com on October 3, 2006