Newham Solidarity Fund

About the Project
Newham Solidarity Fund is a community-led project that helps neighbours to support each other. Built on the principles of mutual aid, solidarity and good will, the fund awards small grants of up to £50 per month to Newham residents. Applicants can use the fund to pay utility bills, put food on the table, cover rent or buy anything else they need. We believe everyone is owed the dignity to make their own choices without oversight. You can learn more about our values and how the fund is operated by reading our constitution. Newham Solidarity Fund's aim is to show solidarity, not charity, to any neighbours who need help. We hope Newham residents will give what they can, and take what they need. 

What are we looking for?
Newham Solidarity Fund is looking for a volunteer to asist the organisation remotely, particularly with fundraising. The relevant volunteer will likely be exposed to grassroots initatives and sectoral leaders. The role will involve a number of different responsibilities:

• Fundraising research, i.e. reviewing possible funding sources, including grants, events, local businesses and individuals
• Developing a fundraising pipeline/plan, as well as drafting applications
• Raising awareness of Newham Solidarity Fund to attract more neighbours claiming, donating, and volunteering
• Reaching out to local organisations to explore partnerships
• Monitoring and evlauating the fund, including collating key statistics and conducting research with neighbours who claim and donate to the fund
• General administration and communications, including posting on social media
• Research possible organisational structures for Newham Solidarity Fund, e.g. registering as a charity 

Eligibility:
We are seeking applications from LLB and LLM students.

Time Commitment:
The student will work remotely and commit approximately 3-4 hours per week.

Training and Qualification: 
Selected candidates will undergo comprehensive induction training covering the areas of law involved in the advocacy, essentials of GDPR, advocacy role play and multidisciplinary training from the other team members. 

How to apply:
Please complete this application form to apply. Applications will be accepted until 5pm on 25th October 2023.

Should you have any questions, please contact Ram Sabaratnam at ram.sabaratnam.19@ucl.ac.uk. 

Key Information

Deadline: 5pm on 25th October 2023 

Eligibility: All LLB and LLM students

Time Commitment: 3-4 hours per week