NC Operations Volunteer

A21 Volunteer Opportunity

At A21, we are fueled by radical hope—the kind that refuses to accept that slavery is someone else's problem. We believe that freedom is possible, and we work every day to make that belief a reality.

We are a global nonprofit organization on a mission to abolish slavery everywhere, forever. For more than 17 years, we've assisted people from human trafficking and walked with them through the journey of restoration. We stand on the frontlines, not just to fight for justice—but to build a world where every person is free.

This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across Reach, Recover, and Restore functions within the A21 Campaign in NC. Individuals will develop practical skills in partnership engagement, research, event coordination, and survivor-centered care while working alongside experienced staff to combat human slavery. Through exposure to multiple areas of anti-trafficking work, this position is designed to foster both professional growth and a deeper understanding of holistic, impact-driven service.

Opportunities + Key Responsibilities May Include (Dependent Upon Need):

• Reach
• Support staff in meetings, communications, and trainings with community partners and guests
• Conduct community mapping of churches, universities, and other local partners to support GFS engagement efforts
• Develop and manage social media content for the local GFS page
• Accompany staff to events and presentations and be prepared to represent A21 at tabling events and direct community members to A21 resources
• Recover
• Research and map regional service providers (e.g., housing, detox, mental health, specialized services, immigration/foreign national support) and conduct introductory outreach calls
• Assist in coordinating schedules and logistics for staff Recover meetings
• Monitor and summarize weekly updates on human trafficking trends, legislation, and counter-trafficking efforts at the state, national, and global levels
• Opportunity to attend and support staff participation in local and state task force meetings
• Prepare training materials in advance and travel with staff to assist in the delivery of trainings and outreach initiatives
• Accompany staff to community meetings and engagements, Recover operations, and legal support trips, as appropriate
• Review Recover-related documentation, prepare Freedom Bags, and support logistics for Recover-related activities
• Maintain up to date inventory of Freedom Bag supplies and restock where needed
• Man the A21 crisis line in coordination with Staff on weekends, if applicable
• Restore
• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of survivor events in collaboration with staff
• Facilitate life skills or personal development programs for survivors, overseen by staff, on a monthly or quarterly basis, aligned with individual strengths
• Assist with translation and/or verification of translated materials based on language proficiency
• Maintain inventory of survivor "Grab and Go" supplies and restock as needed
• Provide on-site support at the Freedom Center to accommodate flexible case management scheduling
• Support staff in Restore logistics, including updating the resource guide, assembling survivor care packages, coordinating transportation, etc.
• Accompany staff to community-based meetings and engagements as appropriate
• General
• Support staff in maintaining a welcoming, organized, and prepared environment for survivors and guests at Freedom Center through cleaning and organizing facilities
• Research and evaluate potential partners for alignment with A21 Campaign's Frontline Partner Network framework
• Assist in developing systems and strategies for partner categorization, communication, and engagement
• Contribute to projects that strengthen and prepare future volunteer program structures
• Assist with management of the US Global Email Inbox
• Run errands, check PO Box, and other administrative projects at the discretion of staff and volunteer supervisor
• Participate in Team meeting, lunches, and events, and positively contribute to office culture
• U.S. Focus
• Conduct regional analysis of the TIP (Trafficking in Persons) Report
• Track and report on relevant legislative and policy updates related to human trafficking
• Support research efforts for proposal development and grant initiatives
• Translate A21-related materials into Spanish or other languages, as applicable
• Dependent upon need and volunteer availability, opportunity for cross-collaboration with other A21 departments, including Advancement, Mobilization, etc.

What You'll Gain:

• In-depth knowledge of human trafficking issues, globally and in NC
• Practical skills in research and analysis
• Exposure to real-world case management support and survivor-centered care practices
• Experience planning and executing events and trainings
• Exposure to a global NGO working on the frontlines of justice
• Opportunities to build your professional network
• Option to request a professional reference from A21

Requirements:

• Must be 18+ years old and legally eligible to volunteer in the US
• Strong communication skills
• Able to volunteer in person at our Charlotte Freedom Center
• Willingness to commit to a minimum of 8 hours per week in person and a maximum of 40 hours per week (types of tasks may vary depending on hours available)
• Specific desirable skills that may vary per role (e.g., events planning, public speaking, administrative competence, Spanish language abilities)

Intake Dates:

• June - August 2026
• September - December 2026