This is an opportunity to work with an Ashoka Fellow
Ashoka Fellows are leading social entrepreneurs that have been taken through a rigorous selection process, testing the quality of their ideas and character, to become part of the Ashoka Fellowship and Network. Ashoka Fellows take on the challenges of building innovative system change ideas to make and spread social impact in a world wrought with challenges. They refuse to let the ‘impossible’ stand in their way to creating a better world.
This is an unpaid, volunteer opportunity
About The Affiliated Organization
At Hecho por Nosotros (HxN) and animaná, we believe the creative economy can become a powerful force for regeneration, cultural preservation, and social transformation. For more than 16 years, we have collaborated with artisans, natural fiber producers, organizations, universities, governments, and international partners to build fair and regenerative systems that value ancestral knowledge, ethical production, and community development. Through educational initiatives, ethical commerce platforms, collaborative networks, and international partnerships, we connect communities, innovation, and technology in ways that strengthen rather than replace local knowledge and cultural identity. We are currently expanding our global network and developing projects that foster systemic change through education, sustainability, and collective action. We are currently looking for a creative and proactive Graphic Designer to join our Communications Team as a volunteer and support the visual development of our projects, campaigns, and digital initiatives
For more information, please visit www.hechoxnosotros.org
Job Description
You will work closely with our team to review, edit, and refine the manuscript, ensuring consistency in style, clarity in structure, and strong academic grounding throughout the book. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with complex, multi-author content and transforming it into a cohesive and publication-ready piece. Key Responsibilities:
- Review, rewrite, and reduce sections of the manuscript where needed
- Write additional content to strengthen incomplete or underdeveloped sections
- Ensure consistency in tone, structure, and academic style across all chapters
- Check existing references and conduct additional research where necessary
- Strengthen the academic foundation of the text through proper sourcing and citations
- Edit for clarity, coherence, and overall flow
- Support the finalization of the manuscript for publication
Volunteer Logistics
Estimated hours required per week: 15-20
The estimated duration of the project is: 6-12 months
This position is Virtual (Remote)
Language Requirements
English
Desired Skills And Experience
Ideal Profile
- Completed a thesis or academic research project (Master’s or PhD level)
- Strong academic writing, research, and editing skills in English
- Highly detail-oriented, structured, and comfortable working with fragmented text
- Ability to synthesize and unify multiple writing styles into one cohesive voice
- Background or interest in fashion, textile production, or sustainability is a plus