Peacework Internships Available

Work Study Positions Available for Fall Semester 2009 and Spring Semester 2010
Contact: Phyllis Cohen Gately, pcohen@afsc.org
Positions fill as qualified applicants apply, so apply as soon as possible.

Patricia Watson Activist Journalism Internship for Young Writers of Color, Summer 2009

WHERE: Peacework magazine's offices at the American Friends Service Committee in Cambridge, MA

WHEN: June 1 - August 15, 2008 (flexible), 25 hours per week

WHAT: Interns will learn about all aspects of producing a varied peace and justice publication, and will be encouraged and mentored in designing projects to incorporate their particular interests into their work on the magazine. Research and prepare at least one article about a Boston area activist project/campaign; conduct at least one interview and prepare it for publication; help Peacework increase its outreach to young people through its web and print editions; help compile the resource and event listings for the magazine; attend area peace and justice events; learn basic layout, web research, fact-checking, database, and fundraising skills.

WHO: Activists of color, ages 18-24, with interest in writing as an important way to work for social justice. Some experience with social justice activism recommended. Preference given to candidates based in the greater Boston area.

HOW MUCH: $2500 stipend

TO APPLY: Send resume, writing sample (2000 words or less), and cover letter by April 1, 2009 to Phyllis Cohen Gately, AFSC, 2161 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge MA 02140; 617/661-6130; pcohen@afsc.org

ABOUT PEACEWORK: Published since 1972, Peacework (www.peaceworkmagazine.org) is a national monthly peace and justice magazine published by the American Friends Service Committee. Its goal is to serve a broad range of movements for nonviolent social change by covering social justice and peace issues in a way that links grassroots work with national and international perspectives.

ABOUT PATRICIA WATSON: Peacework was served with skill, grace, and deep dedication by editor Patricia Watson from 1997-2003. In addition to her work making Peacework a valuable and honored journal of nonviolent activism, Patricia found time to continue her involvement in grassroots organizing for economic and racial justice, and also to provide care and guidance to a constant stream of young activists who sought her out. It is with great pleasure that we announce the establishment of a paid internship that will bear her name and provide a unique opportunity for young writers of color to gain an in-depth educational experience in what we call "empowerment journalism."

ABOUT AFSC: The work of the American Friends Service Committee (www.afsc.org) is rooted in the spiritual insights of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). Since 1917 the AFSC has worked with people of many religious and ethical traditions to affirm the dignity and promise of every individual, to relieve the suffering of war and poverty, to foster peace and reconciliation, and to promote social justice.