LGBTQ NGO Development Internship in Thailand

What is the LGBTQ NGO Development Internship programme in Thailand all about?

Join us on this LGBTQ NGO development Internship in Thailand and use your English to support a locally led internationally supported organisation.  While Thailand is more accepting than most other countries around the world, the LGBTQ community faces discrimination. There are no rights for those in same sex marriages and prejudice at schools and in the workplace is widespread.  In Chiang Mai there are large numbers of transgender men and women as well as sex workers and other at risk groups.  In 2004 increasing HIV prevalence rates led the organisation to promote local initiatives, with advocacy and education at it’s heart.

The work of the organisation is widespread. The NGO staff educates, promotes inclusion, and offers testing and counselling at schools, spas, saunas and bars.  The aim is to improve acceptance by others, encourage safe sex practices and even to reduce teenage pregnancy.   Rights and safe sex messages are important to the organisation and activities include HIV/AIDS outreach, education, treatment and prevention as well as advocacy.  Join us and make a contribution to the LGBTQ community and other at risk groups in the city of Chiang Mai.

Why choose this LGBTQ NGO Development Internship programme in Thailand?

This internship is a good match for those who are interested in human rights and wish to provide practical support to those who are working with the LGBTQ community and other vulnerable groups.  If you are studying topics such as gender, public health or community development this could be perfect for you.  You will have the chance to shadow and learn as well as contributing by completing your own pieces of work.

The project is well run and English speakers are needed to help with messages on social media as well as developing the skills of local staff.  You can share your own stories as well as learn about those of others in the LGBTQ community.  Not only will you learn about the challenges being faced, you will see first-hand how communities are being supported in Thai society and beyond.  Perhaps you will be able to take some ideas home to your own community?

Role of the Community Intern

Interns will become a part of the office staff and support the local organization with their community and online activities.  This is a professional well run organization, and interns will need to add value as well as meeting their own learning goals.  You will see how initiatives are planned and implemented.  Interns become part of the office staff and support organizations with fundraising, report writing, and marketing, including website and social media updates. You will also develop the capacity of the organisation by teaching the local staff English.  In addition, there may be chances to see public health outreach, HIV / STI testing, education and other grassroots work with transgender men and women, and at risk groups.  

What skills do I need to be a LGBTQ NGO Development Intern?

On this LGBTQ NGO development Internship in Thailand you will use your writing skills and grasp of English.  You should have completed at least your first year at university on a relevant course or have some experience.  Areas such as proposal writing, teaching, marketing or public health are preferred.   You must be flexible, patient and able to work in a multi cultural team supporting transgender men and women.  You will be supported by professional and experienced staff who have an excellent command of English.

Please bring a laptop with you to document your learning during your internship.  You will be asked to submit a full CV/resume and attend a telephone interview before being accepted onto this placement.

Travel during COVID times

The health and safety of our travelers and our local communities remain central to our plans for reopening countries and projects. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have been adapting our programs and protocols to protect all those involved, and ask for everyone’s patience and collaboration as new rules are implemented in-country. For all projects, new standards of sanitation, procedures and social behaviors are in place, including new health and hygiene protocols and social distancing practices. You can read more here. Each location may be slightly different in the way they operate.

To enter Thailand you must be fully vaccinated and have a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours before traveling. Quarantines have been lifted for travelers entering Thailand, but on arrival, you currently have to spend one night in an approved hotel while you take another PCR test and get the results. (This requirement may be removed in early 2022) The cost for this “test and go” package start from about £90/US$120 and include transfer from the airport, accommodation and meals. The test has to be booked separately at an additional cost or about £70/US$95 and are administered at the airport on your arrival. Instead of a tourist arrival visa, the government has implemented a free-of-charge Thailand-pass, which  must be applied for at least 1 week prior to travel and works as an app on your smartphone. 

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