About the Role:
Our Asian Cultural Organization is seeking passionate volunteers who are interested in cultural storytelling, community building, and uplifting diverse Asian identities. Many of our members are international students, immigrants, or come from families that have integrated into new cultures. Volunteers will help create a safe and welcoming space for students to share their personal stories and experiences.
Responsibilities May Include:
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Assisting with cultural events, workshops, and discussion spaces
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Supporting storytelling initiatives (written, spoken, or digital)
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Helping collect, organize, or promote student stories
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Engaging with members to foster inclusion and belonging
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Supporting social media, outreach, or event coordination (optional)
Who We’re Looking For:
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Students interested in Asian culture, identity, and community engagement
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International students, immigrants, or children of immigrant families are strongly encouraged to apply
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Empathetic listeners who value personal stories and lived experiences
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Reliable, respectful, and open-minded individuals
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No prior experience required
Why Volunteer With Us:
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Help amplify underrepresented voices
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Build leadership and communication skills
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Be part of a supportive, culturally affirming community
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Gain experience in event planning, storytelling, and advocacy
Storytelling Submission Guidelines
To maintain clarity, respect, and consistency across submissions, all volunteers and contributors must follow the parameters below.
Required Focus (Must Address at Least ONE):
Submissions must center on Asian identity and lived experience, specifically relating to one or more of the following:
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Being an international student
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Immigration or migration experiences (personal or familial)
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Growing up in a bicultural or multicultural household
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Cultural integration, assimilation, or preservation of tradition
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Identity formation as it relates to culture, language, or heritage
Required Reflection (Must Include):
Your submission must address:
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Personal Impact: How this experience has affected you and/or your family
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Identity: How you feel this experience has shaped, challenged, or defined who you are today
Flexibilities (You May Choose Your Angle):
You may write from any of the following perspectives:
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First-person (your own lived experience)
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Intergenerational (parents, grandparents, or family history)
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Reflective, narrative, or analytical tone
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Past-focused, present-focused, or a mix of both
You may include:
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Emotional reflection
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Cultural traditions or practices
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Language barriers or identity conflict
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Belonging, displacement, pride, or healing
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Moments of growth, resilience, or realization
You do not need to share trauma. You may keep details general if preferred.
Length Requirements:
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Minimum length: 300 words
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Maximum length: 1,000 words
Submissions under the minimum will not be considered.
Content Boundaries (Not Permitted):
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Hate speech, slurs, or discriminatory language
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Graphic descriptions of violence or abuse
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Personal attacks against individuals or groups
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Content that violates university or community conduct policies
Confidentiality & Consent:
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You may anonymize names, locations, or identifying details
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By submitting, you consent to your story being shared within organizational platforms (events, publications, or social media), unless otherwise specified
