Shab-e She'r Call for Volunteers
Shab-e She’r (Poetry Night), Canada's most diverse and brave poetry reading and open mic series, is looking for volunteers to join our team.
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Among the desired qualifications are:
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·?????? Toronto resident
·?????? Commitment to long-term consistent volunteering (6-10 PM, last Tuesdays of each month)
The upcoming dates in 2024: Jan 30, Feb 27, March 26, April 30, May 28, June 25, July 30, Sep 24, Oct 29, Nov 26
·?????? Commitment to participating in monthly poetry workshops and book clubs for team members
·?????? Commitment to Shab-e She’r format and core values: diversity and freedom of speech ?
·?????? Familiarity with & experience organizing or volunteering for literary events in Toronto, Canada, or overseas
·?????? Some poetry writing experience and/or publication
·?????? Social AND Online skills
·?????? Professionalism
·?????? Social media presence
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Please send your cover letter (including your address, phone number, and social media handles) and résumé to B?noo Zan. In your application, detail how many of the above-mentioned qualifications you meet and how many of our events you can attend.
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You will be interviewed before being admitted to the group. And, depending on the case, you may need to present a VSS (Vulnerable Sector Screening) or police check.
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To familiarize yourself with Shab-e She’r core values and format, check the following interviews and articles about the series:
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1.???? https://canadianimmigrant.ca/slider/iranian-born-poet-banoo-zan-creates-community-through-literature
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Don’t forget to spread the word.
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Thank you,
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B?noo Zan
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Founder of the Series
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