Hunger in America is an optional nationwide survey compiled by hunger relief organizations every four years. Results are provided to policy makers and advocacy groups nationwide to inform policy change. This year, Food Bank For New York City will be the ONLY ORGANIZATION CARRYING OUT THIS RESEARCH IN THE ENTIRE CITY.
Without data, we have no way of showing how desperate the need is for hunger relief -- and the need is worse than ever.
The Food Bank is assembling a Hunger Task Force to collect data on hunger in NYC so we can provide the highest level of detail to policy makers and advocacy groups nationwide.
This summer, Task Force Volunteers will travel to 110 partner agencies to carry out detailed interviews with clients of food pantries citywide to document the experience of hunger victims in NYC.
Skills Needed:
- Commitment to the study and its purpose
- Enthusiasm, Flexibility, and Patience
- Strong computer and internet skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to interact positively and sensitively with diverse populations
- Outgoing; comfortable engaging clients and members of the public
- Bilingual is a plus: especially Spanish, Russian, Mandarin and Cantonese
Program Requirements:
- One-Day Training: April 17 and 24, 6-10pm
- One to Two Shifts Per Week
- May – September 2013 (dates are flexible)
Compensation:
- A transportation subsidy will be provided
- Internship can be completed for academic credit
- Certificate of Completion
PLEASE NOTE: Volunteers are required to participate for the full 16-18 week program, committing to one shift per week.
