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Published 3/4/26 9:11AM

Prison Compassionate Medical Release Advocate

MINNESOTA INCARCERATED WORKERS ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
Remote, Volunteer must be in Minnesota, US
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (evenings), Weekends (evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    Flexible
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Prison Reform

    Description

    Prison Compassionate Medical Release Advocate

    Volunteer Position

    With Incarcerated Workers Organization

    About the Role

    The Prison Compassionate Release Advocate works to support incarcerated individuals seeking release based on serious medical conditions and/or advanced age. This role focuses on organizing cases, assisting with documentation, coordinating communication, and advocating for humane and timely release.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Identify and organize potential compassionate release cases
    • Assist with gathering medical, legal, and institutional documentation
    • Communicate with incarcerated individuals and their families when appropriate
    • Coordinate with attorneys, organizers, and advocacy partners
    • Track deadlines, applications, and case updates
    • Support broader policy and organizing efforts related to medical and geriatric release

    Ideal Skills

    • Strong organizational skills
    • Clear and professional written communication
    • Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
    • Compassionate, justice-centered mindset
    • Experience in advocacy, casework, healthcare, social work, or legal support (helpful but not required)

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer must be in Minnesota, US
    Associated Location
    5625 XERXES AVE N SUITE C 271, BROOKLYN CENTER, Minnesota, US

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