About us
Acquaint's goal is to promote cultural intelligence, peacebuilding, and empathy by connecting people from different cultural backgrounds in our interactive platform that evoke the sharing of different cultural backgrounds and learning of new perspectives.
Are you passionate about diversity and inclusion? Do you want to learn about new perspectives and grow your intercultural communication skills?
Join Acquaint and connect with more than 700 volunteers from 90 different countries to combat hate and polarization by promoting empathy and intercultural intelligence. You will have eye-opening experiences, deep conversations, and intercultural communication skills by connecting with people from different cultural backgrounds.
It is common for “Acquainters” to say they have never been connected internationally like this before and as far as we know there is NO other opportunity like this out there - you be the judge!
* This is a volunteer role and DOES NOT involve payment
Benefits:
1. Build intercultural communication skills and become a leader in the globalized world (Cultural competency is listed as one of the “Most Important Skill Sets of the 21st Century”)
2. Be articulate and confident in communicating with different people in English (90% of Acquaint volunteers agree that their English speaking and listening skills have improved by communicating with people from different countries)
3. Receive badges & certificates to showcase your intercultural communication skills to your network
Requirements:
1. English language
2. Basic computer skills
3. Internet connection
4. Must be 15 years of age or older (if under 18, permission from a parent or guardian is required)
5. Passionate about DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
Volunteer Responsibilities:
1. Enter times that you are available every week in Acquaint’s platform (minimum 1 hour/week)
2. Get paired with another volunteer from around the world during your available time(s)
3. Connect for a 45-60 minutes session through the platform guided by interactive icebreakers and prompts
4. Follow the safeguarding standards to prevent discrimination and protect privacy during the session
As a multicultural networking platform, Acquaint believes that cultural exchange should start at the grassroots level and that human connection is the key to working together across divisions. “Acquainters” provide critical service to the world by breaking down cultural barriers and building understanding that prevents future conflicts and enables opportunities.
Start your journey as a Cultural Networking Volunteer with Acquaint by applying today!
A 501(c)(3) Non Profit Organization
Job Type: Temporary
Application Question(s):
- Why do you want to become a Cultural Networking Volunteer or be part of Acquaint's multicultural community? (Recommended)
- Are you aware that the Cultural Networking Volunteer role is not a paid position? (Required)
Language:
- English (Preferred)
Work Location: Remote
