The Prisma - The Multicultural Newspaper

Join The Prisma newspaper campaign

Posted: 20 hours ago

Job Description

Support migrant-led journalism with The Prisma, a bilingual newspaper created by immigrants for immigrants in the UK. Join our fundraising team and help defend independent media, Latin American migrant voices and those of other communities.What difference will you make?Now more than ever, ethical journalism led by and for immigrants is essential. By joining The Prisma’s fundraising team, you will help protect and sustain a unique, bilingual newspaper that has been the voice of Latin American and other migrant communities in the UK for 15 years.Your contribution will help us build vital connections with donors, institutions, and media allies who believe in independent, migrant-led journalism. You will play a key role in securing the resources needed to continue publishing real stories, investigative reports, and testimonies that challenge stereotypes, highlight injustices, and celebrate the achievements of immigrant communities.In a time of rising anti-immigration sentiment, your efforts will help defend the visibility and dignity of migrants in the UK media landscape. You’ll also support the recovery of archival material and the continuity of a platform that remains free accessible to all.This is a critical moment for The Prisma. With your help, we can not only survive — we can grow, adapt, and begin to recognise, even symbolically, the invaluable contribution of our volunteers. You’ll be part of a multicultural team committed to truth, inclusion, and community — and your work will make a lasting difference for immigrant voices in the UK.What are we looking for?We are looking for enthusiastic, committed individuals who want to make a real difference for migrant-led journalism. Ideal volunteers will have one or more of the following skills or qualitiesExperience in fundraising, communications, campaign coordination, or media outreachStrong writing skills in English (Spanish is a plus)Confidence in reaching out to donors, institutions, and media contactsAbility to write letters, make calls, and follow up with potential supportersStrategic thinking and creativity in shaping campaign messagingEmpathy, persistence, and patience — especially when campaigning gets challengingInitiative and teamwork taking action and collaborating wellA genuine interest in defending the rights of immigrantsWe especially welcomeSpanish-speaking candidates, as The Prisma is a bilingual newspaper created by and for immigrantsPeople from migrant backgrounds or with lived experience of immigrationIndividuals who want to learn and grow while contributing to a meaningful causeVolunteers who can commit a few hours per week and are comfortable working remotelyThis is a great opportunity to make a real impact, build connections, and be part of a multicultural team. You’ll help The Prisma continue its mission to defend independent journalism and give voice to immigrant communities.What will you be doing?The Prisma – The Multicultural Newspaper is a bilingual (English/Spanish) newspaper created by and for immigrants in the UK. It is a unique, ethical and non-profit media outlet, produced 100% by volunteers.As The Prisma turns 15, we are launching a major fundraising campaign to secure our future, and we need committed volunteers to help make it happen.This campaign is rooted in the voices of the Latin American community and other migrant Diasporas settled in the UK, and we’re looking for people who want to help those voices be heard and supported.This is your chance to be part of something truly unique.What we’re looking for?We’re building a small team focused on donor outreach and media engagement. If you have experience in fundraising, communications, or campaign coordination — or simply the motivation to learn and support — we’d love to hear from you.Your role may includeWriting and sending letters to potential donorsReaching out to institutions, trade unions, and organisations that support immigrantsContacting media outlets and allies to raise visibility for the campaignMaking calls or sending emails to supportersSupporting outreach through emails, calls, and follow-ups with potential donorsHelping us shape the strategy and tone of the campaignTime commitmentApproximately two days per week (or the equivalent hours spread across the week).Who We WelcomePeople with initiative, empathy, and strong communication skillsWe understand this kind of work isn’t always easy (as campaigning can sometimes be challenging ) so we value persistence, patience, and teamworkGood written English is required; Spanish is a plusSpanish-speaking candidates with good English are warmly encouraged to applyExperience in fundraising, donor engagement, or media outreach is ideal, but we also welcome those eager to learn and contribute.We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.Why join us?Be part of a pioneering, unique, independent, bilingual newspaper created by and for immigrants in the UKSupport a project that has been the voice of Latin American migrants and other immigrant communities in the UK for 15 years

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