Volunteer With ORAM

Want to help a refugee reach safety?

ORAM provides refugees with critical legal assistance and advocacy. The contribution of passionate interns and volunteers significantly propels our work.

Realizing the best work comes from those who are those doing what they enjoy, we want to match you to the opportunities that best suit your talents and interests.  Opportunities at ORAM include:

This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it We need volunteers native or fluent in Spanish, Farsi or Arabic who can assist with translating and transcribing written and verbal materials pertinent to advocacy efforts on behalf of LGBTI refugees. Email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you want to help vulnerable refugees tell their story.

This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Coordinate with universities, professors, and organizations to build and improve our dynamic internship program!

This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Please email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to get involved!

This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Assist with our Refugee Resettlement pilot project in San Francisco. Help establish community partnerships and find housing for newly arrived ORAM clients.

This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Help build a community network for a newly arrived refugee. Download a PDF with more information.

This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Help develop outreach and fundraising strategies targeting individual donors, and raise awareness for our lifesaving work.

Graphic and Visual Design: Help us create vibrant reports and materials that illustrate our work and raise visibility for our mission.

This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  Draft articles, reports and grant proposals.  Help edit our newsletter.  Assist with community outreach and with maintaining our website.

This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  Investigate facts, laws and country conditions affecting our clients. Identify organizations, government officials and others related to our work.

This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it We are seeking new software and hardware solutions for our computer and data infrastructures. Assist with implementing and training staff on new programs. Volunteers with experiences using Salesforce, Google for Nonprofits, cloud computing and project management software are especially needed.

This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  Help us with our budgeting and bookkeeping work!

This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Assist with the management of ORAM's thriving internship and volunteer program. Coordinate the recruitment and training of students, professionals, lawyers, and community members who are pivotal to the success of our research, advocacy, programs and services.

As long as you are enthusiastic about helping refugees and migrants reach security, we’ll find the best way to apply your talents. Please email us at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it !

No phone calls or walk-ins please!

Volunteers FAQ

• How should I apply? Please send your resume and a statement explaining your location, availability, language abilities (if any), and interest in ORAM. Please see specific volunteer opportunities available on our volunteer page.
• What is the time commitment that is expected from a volunteer? Volunteer opportunities and time commitment will be negotiated based on the interest of the applicant and the needs of ORAM. Full-time researcher and translator positions are available.
• What are the locations available for volunteers? Volunteers can either work in our San Francisco office or remotely.