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Emma’s Torch Junior Board

We are a non-profit social enterprise. We provide refugees, asylees, and survivors of human trafficking with in-depth culinary training as well as employability, equity, and empowerment training. Throughout our program, they learn in both a classroom and apprentice setting, thanks to our cafes and catering businesses. We set them up for successful employment in an industry in which their cultural heritage and cuisine can be celebrated. What’s more, we provide a community in which they can build supportive relationships. Learn more here

  • As a result of the continued growth of Emma’s Torch, we are seeking to build a Junior Board. The Junior Board is comprised of young professionals who volunteer their time, energy, and talents to raise awareness and funds to further the ET mission. Junior Board members have the opportunity to create, plan, and participate in a variety of awareness-raising events and programming. 

  • Members derive several benefits from their work on the ET Junior Board. These benefits include: 

    • Creating a positive impact on your local community

    • Meeting like-minded young professionals 

    • Gaining hands-on experience in planning fundraising, volunteer, and other events 

    • Developing leadership and networking skills 

    • Enhancing your resume through your Junior Board service and volunteerism 

    • Opportunities to network with the Executive Board

    • Commit to a two-year membership term 

    • Serve on at least one Junior Board committee 

    • Attend quarterly Junior Board meetings

    • Attend majority of special events (fundraising, programming, etc)

    • Raise a minimum of $1000 (give or get)

    • Passionate about the mission and work of Emma’s Torch

    • Openness to fundraising expectations (give or get)

    • Based in NYC

    • Enthusiasm to contribute time and skills to support Emma’s Torch students and staff

    • Able to attend quarterly board meetings in NYC

    • Able to attend most events

    • Volunteer Committee (organizes volunteer and awareness-raising events)

    • Development Committee (organizes fundraising events)

    • Nominating Committee (identifies and screens new members)

  • Applications are currently closed. Interested candidates can submit their information to be notified when applications open again. Please email jboard@emmastorch.org with any questions.