Interested in body positivity and body liberation? Interested in working with middle and high
schoolers in Philadelphia? Interested in a one of a kind mentoring opportunity? Then apply to
facilitate with Body Empowerment Project!
Program Description:
Body Empowerment Project aims to address eating disorder risk in Philadelphia middle and high
schoolers through the delivery of a research-validated body positive curriculum through an innovative near-peer mentorship model. Anyone ages 18-25 will lead weekly educational workshops in a Philadelphia public middle/high school teaching a weight-neutral and health-centered approach to self-care. Volunteers will receive a $150 stipend upon completion of the semester.
How to Apply:
Fill out this:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1FSovER47P5owZVsTxcoYsM0di3LroEaOUjAnPIOLKj4/edit
Contact Us:
Email susan@bodyempowerment.net with any questions!
Program Requirements:
● Be willing to volunteer a maximum of 5 hours a week, typically 2-3 hrs
● Have availability on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, OR Friday during the day or in
the after school space (between 2:30-5)
● Be willing to travel up to 30 minutes via Septa (all transportation costs will be covered)
What We’re Looking for:
● Interest in eating disorders, body liberation, and self-esteem
● Interest in helping build a community-based preventive care program from the ground up
● Self-driven individuals who take initiative
● Interest in mentoring middle and high school students
● Prior experience working with middle/high school students (preferred but not required)
● Prior mentoring experience (preferred but not required)
