ONE Canada Global Activist Program: Frequently Asked Questions
Please read this entire page and the Role Description before submitting your application.
Why become a ONE Global Activist?
As a ONE Global Activist, you will impact your community, country and the world on key issues in Africa, backed by a highly-visible, mission-driven ONE network. You will get trained how to campaign, lobby decision makers, and engage the media in a compelling way, then put those skills into practice at ONE events and meetings with high-level decision makers. You will have a chance to follow through on a decision-making outcome until achieved.
How does the recruitment process work?
Program acceptances will be sent out shortly following the application closing date.
Is there an age limit for becoming a ONE Global Activist?
No, everyone is welcome!
How long can I serve as a ONE Global Activist?
1 year with opportunity to renew annually.
Who can become a ONE Global Activist?
To become a ONE Global Activist, you must have the following attributes:
- Passion for creating change.
- Interest in engaging policymakers on the most pressing issues facing Africa.
- Willingness to dedicate some time to raise awareness and mobilize different people to support ONE’s initiatives.
Who can I contact if I have a question that isn’t answered here?
Campaigns Manager, Najiba Sardar, [email protected]
What kind of work am I expected to do as a ONE Global Activist?
- Take high impact action 1-2 times per month by writing letters, delivering petition signatures from ONE supporters to local MP offices, submitting Letters to the Editor, calling elected officials, and posting on social media.
- Sit down (virtually or in person) with your MP and/or their staff, under the mentorship of Campaigns Manager.
- Connect with ONE staff and activists from across the country on monthly virtual national training calls, global health and foreign assistance news, and skill-building sessions.
- Attend in-person events in your city as you are able.
How many times per year do ONE Global Activists meet?
Once a month virtually and events-based in person.
How much time should I dedicate to the program per month?
3-8 hours per month.
What are the benefits of becoming a Global Activist?
- Being part of the Canadian Global Activist community and ONE Global Activists network of over 1,000 people across Canada, Europe, Africa and the US.
- A written confirmation of service and certificate on completion of the program.
- Training and opportunities to develop skills and knowledge in advocacy for change, global politics, media, social media and policy.
- Opportunity to represent ONE at events, conferences and trainings.
- Opportunities to engage with policy and decision-makers.
- Skill-building and professional development opportunities like issue briefings, effective advocacy training, and more.
- Meet friends and build relationships with like-minded activists from all over Canada.
- ONE swag such as t-shirts, campaign materials, and other branded goodies.