Evolving Humanities
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Research · Volunteer Research Assistant Turn reliable sources into clear research briefs that help explain culture, ideas and public life.
View role ↗ : Research Assistant Editorial · Volunteer Editorial Support Volunteer Help prepare accurate, readable and well-organized stories for editorial review and publication.
View role ↗ : Editorial Support Volunteer Community · Volunteer Community Engagement Volunteer Help Evolving Humanities listen to readers and build thoughtful connections with cultural communities.
View role ↗ : Community Engagement Volunteer Events & Partnerships · Volunteer Events & Partnerships Volunteer Support cultural discussions, public events and collaborations through research, planning and coordination.
View role ↗ : Events & Partnerships Volunteer Communications · Volunteer Social Media & Design Volunteer Translate published stories into accurate, engaging social posts and accessible visual content.
View role ↗ : Social Media & Design Volunteer Digital · Volunteer Website Support Volunteer Help readers find and use our stories through careful WordPress content checks and accessibility reviews.
View role ↗ : Website Support Volunteer All roles are unpaid volunteer opportunities. Tell us your availability in the application. Scope, time commitment and working arrangements are agreed together before you begin.
× Research · Volunteer Research Assistant Turn reliable sources into clear research briefs that help explain culture, ideas and public life.
Purpose of the role Support the editorial team with evidence, context and source checking for essays, explainers and reported stories.
Responsibilities Research background using primary documents, academic publications, archives and credible reporting. Prepare concise source briefs with links, publication dates and relevant quotations. Check names, dates, statistics and factual claims; flag uncertainty or conflicting evidence. Identify useful experts, organizations and public resources for writers to consider. Maintain organized research notes and respect source confidentiality. Skills and experience Ability to distinguish evidence from opinion and assess the reliability of a source. Clear written English and confidence summarizing complex information. Attention to citation details and willingness to ask questions when evidence is incomplete. Subject knowledge, library research or academic experience is useful, but a degree is not required. How you will work Work from an agreed editorial brief, keep track of sources, and submit a research note for review. The editorial team decides how evidence is used and whether further checking is needed.
What to include in your application Describe your interests and research experience. You may include a research note, bibliography or writing sample if you have one.
Commitment and next steps Unpaid volunteer role. Share your availability and preferred working arrangements in the application. We review your interests and experience, discuss the fit and agree the scope, schedule and support before you begin. There is no obligation to accept a role by applying.
Apply for this role → × Editorial · Volunteer Editorial Support Volunteer Help prepare accurate, readable and well-organized stories for editorial review and publication.
Purpose of the role Support copy preparation and quality checks while preserving each contributor’s voice and the publication’s editorial standards.
Responsibilities Proofread drafts for spelling, grammar, punctuation, consistency and readability. Check headlines, captions, names, links and references against the supplied sources. Suggest clear structure and accessible wording without changing the author’s meaning. Prepare article formatting and organize revisions for the editor to review. Flag unsupported claims, unclear attribution or potential conflicts for editorial review. Skills and experience Good command of written English and the ability to explain suggested edits respectfully. Comfort working with shared documents and versioned drafts. Careful attention to factual details and recognition of the limits of proofreading. Editing, publishing or journalism experience is helpful; a thoughtful editing sample can demonstrate your skills. How you will work Work on assigned drafts and return tracked suggestions or a clear list of edits. Publication decisions and final approval remain with the editorial team.
What to include in your application Tell us about your editing interests and experience. Include an edited extract or relevant portfolio link if available.
Commitment and next steps Unpaid volunteer role. Share your availability and preferred working arrangements in the application. We review your interests and experience, discuss the fit and agree the scope, schedule and support before you begin. There is no obligation to accept a role by applying.
Apply for this role → × Events & Partnerships · Volunteer Events & Partnerships Volunteer Support cultural discussions, public events and collaborations through research, planning and coordination.
Purpose of the role Help turn a shared cultural or educational purpose into a practical event or collaboration plan.
Responsibilities Research speakers, venues, cultural organizations and possible collaboration partners. Prepare event outlines, schedules, task lists and speaker or partner briefing notes. Support invitations, registration information and participant communications after approval. Check practical access needs, event materials and coordination tasks with the team. Gather feedback and prepare a short record of outcomes and follow-up actions. Skills and experience Reliable organization and attention to dates, logistics and written details. Ability to communicate politely with contributors and potential partners. Comfort using shared calendars, spreadsheets and planning documents. Experience supporting events or partnerships is helpful; volunteers must not make financial or contractual commitments on the organization’s behalf. How you will work Work on an agreed project plan with named responsibilities. Event attendance, location, scheduling and any expenses must be agreed before you take on a task. Partnership terms and spending are approved by the organization.
What to include in your application Describe any event or coordination experience, the kinds of cultural activities you enjoy, and your availability for planning or event support.
Commitment and next steps Unpaid volunteer role. Share your availability and preferred working arrangements in the application. We review your interests and experience, discuss the fit and agree the scope, schedule and support before you begin. There is no obligation to accept a role by applying.
Apply for this role → × Communications · Volunteer Social Media & Design Volunteer Translate published stories into accurate, engaging social posts and accessible visual content.
Purpose of the role Help readers discover Evolving Humanities while retaining the context, tone and integrity of each story.
Responsibilities Draft platform-appropriate captions and summaries linking to published articles. Design visual assets using approved branding and properly licensed images. Write useful alternative text, captions and readable text for social visuals. Help organize a content calendar and prepare posts for review. Review engagement feedback and suggest improvements without relying on misleading headlines or exaggerated claims. Skills and experience Ability to summarize a story accurately and adapt wording for different audiences. Basic design skills and attention to typography, contrast and image permissions. Familiarity with a design tool such as Canva, Figma or an equivalent is useful. A portfolio is welcome; you should be comfortable receiving feedback and following an approval process. How you will work Prepare drafts and design files for review. Publishing access is granted only when needed, and posts are shared through an agreed approval process. Keep source files and image credits organized.
What to include in your application Include examples of writing, social content or design where available, and tell us which tools or platforms you use.
Commitment and next steps Unpaid volunteer role. Share your availability and preferred working arrangements in the application. We review your interests and experience, discuss the fit and agree the scope, schedule and support before you begin. There is no obligation to accept a role by applying.
Apply for this role → × Digital · Volunteer Website Support Volunteer Help readers find and use our stories through careful WordPress content checks and accessibility reviews.
Purpose of the role Support the quality of the publication’s website by finding issues, preparing content and documenting improvements.
Responsibilities Check pages for broken links, missing images, confusing navigation and formatting problems. Review content on desktop and mobile devices and document reproducible issues. Help prepare WordPress drafts, headings, links, image captions and alternative text. Check basic accessibility features such as heading order, keyboard navigation and readable contrast. Maintain a clear issue list and verify approved corrections after they are made. Skills and experience Comfort navigating websites and explaining a problem clearly with examples. Basic WordPress knowledge or willingness to learn the editorial workflow. Awareness of accessible content and careful handling of unpublished information. HTML, CSS or testing experience is helpful but not required for content checks. How you will work Start with content review and documented issues. Site access is limited to the tasks assigned. Code, plugin, permission and publishing changes require approval; volunteers should not alter live configuration independently.
What to include in your application Tell us about your WordPress, content or website testing experience. A short example of an issue you found and how you described it is welcome.
Commitment and next steps Unpaid volunteer role. Share your availability and preferred working arrangements in the application. We review your interests and experience, discuss the fit and agree the scope, schedule and support before you begin. There is no obligation to accept a role by applying.
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