Volunteer Opportunities

We are having less sex, less touch & less pleasure in the world today. Together, we can change this. But we need your help to accelerate the pace of research discoveries. We support scientists and research in its early stages. Join us.

Below are descriptions and qualifications of current Volunteer Positions with Pleasure-Positive Institute. To apply for any of these positions, use the Volunteer Application Form button.

Volunteer Application Form

The human resources team is dedicated to training volunteers interested in joining Pleasure-Positive Research Institute (Nurturing Humanity Research) team. Human resources handles record keeping, document and handbook distribution, on-boarding interviews, and orientation. Orientation includes information about the framework that we operate from to inform volunteers of our dedication to addressing social issues through pleasure-positive, sex positive research and education.

Most of our volunteers are in BC, however, individuals from all over the world can volunteer for the organization. All interviews and trainings are done through Zoom so please make sure you are familiar with using and downloading this program prior to any scheduled interviews. We are looking for volunteers that understand how to navigate technology without assistance and are committed to meeting deadlines. Meeting the requirements such as punctuality, virtually signing our handbook and returning it (digitally) before the orientation is part of the interview process.

If you have any questions about volunteering with us, please send an email to: info@pleasurepositiveinstitute.org.

We are looking forward to meeting you and for you to join our team!

More specific jobs may require additional training. Read below for descriptions of some of the positions available.

Administrative Assistant

Online and In-Person (Vancouver, BC) volunteer opportunity

These volunteers will be assisting in one or more of the following areas:

  • Public Relations and Media
  • Newsletter and Blog
  • Human Resources
  • General Office
  • Assistant to Board Members and Directors

You will be working more directly with our Board Members and Directors to receive and complete tasks. It is possible that a general office assistant volunteer could be a board member’s assistant.

Qualifications:

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
  • Scanning, filing, saving documents as PDF files
  • Able to communicate efficiently through email and Zoom
  • Goal-oriented
  • Able to work in groups and follow instructions

Helpful, But Not Required Skills:

  • Marketing and Public Relations experience
  • Blogging experience

Educator

In-Person volunteer opportunity (Vancouver, BC)

These volunteers are responsible for going to various schools and institutions and presenting information on a variety of topics such as BDSM, and Polyamory & Non-Monogamy. Please check here for a full current list of our presentations.

Qualifications:

  • Able to verbally communicate clearly and concisely
  • Able to work in a group
  • Self identify with at least one of the following:
    Any gender/sexuality, BDSM, Age Player, LGBTQ, Polyamory or non-monogamy, 50 years of age or older, has a disability (mental/emotional/physical), been in a relationship with a disabled person, Furry, being or have been a sex worker (i.e. sexologist, legal prostitute, professional dominant/submissive), among other identities
  • Can follow the Volunteer Handbook and follow moderator instructions
  • Reliable transport (i.e. bus, car, metro)
  • Reliable internet with email and Zoom capabilities
Volunteer Application Form

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