NLADA Communications and Engagement VISTA (TX, MI, NY)

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Neighborhood Defender Service (NDS) is a national nonprofit public defense organization that provides holistic, community-based legal representation to individuals and families impacted by the criminal legal system. Through integrated criminal, civil, family, and reentry advocacy, NDS works to ensure access to justice for individuals and families experiencing poverty and involvement with the legal system Effective public defense depends not only on strong legal advocacy but also on clear communication that helps communities understand available services and helps partners and supporters understand the impact of this work. Strengthening communications infrastructure allows the organization to consistently share information about programs, highlight the experiences of the communities it serves, and raise awareness of holistic defense services. The Communications & Engagement VISTA will help strengthen the organization's communications infrastructure by developing systems and tools that support storytelling, digital engagement, and public communications. The VISTA member will assist in organizing website content, developing social media and communications templates, creating graphics and digital materials, and helping draft press and public communications about the organization's work. By building communications workflows, templates, and tools that can be used across offices, the VISTA will help ensure that the organization can consistently communicate the impact of holistic public defense and increase awareness of legal services available to communities impacted by poverty. The VISTA member will serve at one of Neighborhood Defender Service's offices in Harlem (NY), Detroit (MI), or Hays County (TX). Members must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned host site. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.

Member Duties : The VISTA member will strengthen the organization's communications infrastructure by helping develop systems that support storytelling, digital engagement, and public outreach. The member will assist in organizing website content, developing social media templates, and creating graphics and digital communications materials that highlight the organization's work. The VISTA will also assist in drafting press materials and public communications that share program updates and impact stories. In addition, the member will help organize communications resources and tools that support consistent messaging across offices. These efforts will strengthen the organization's ability to communicate the impact of holistic public defense programs and increase awareness of services available to communities impacted by poverty. Program Benefits : Health Coverage , Stipend , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Training , Living Allowance , Relocation Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Education award upon successful completion of service . For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/. Terms :

Permits working at another job during off hours . Service Areas :

Public Safety , Housing , Community and Economic Development , Community Outreach . Skills :

Team Work , Communications , Non-Profit Management , Writing/Editing , Public Speaking . Refine Search SUMMARY Program Type: AmeriCorps VISTA Program NLADA Communications and Engagement VISTA (TX, MI, NY) Program Start/End Date 08/10/2026 - 08/10/2027 Work Schedule Full Time Age Requirement Minimum: 18 Maximum: None Program Locations NEW YORK , TEXAS , MICHIGAN Accepting Applications From 07/20/2026 To 07/20/2027 Contact Anna Stolte-Huchim 1901 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington DC 20006 651-300-2597 a.stolte-huchim@nlada.org Listing ID 129175

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