BorderSenses is seeking volunteers, particularly those interested and involved in the literary community and the arts. This is a perfect opportunity to become involved in a vehicle that we feel reaches out to a diverse population that cuts across ethnicities, genders and age groups. Volunteers would be able to assist in variety of areas, including (but not limited to): Publicity, Clerical/Administrative work, Advertising, Grant Writing, BorderSenses Magazine, Readings, and BorderSenses Writing Workshop.

If you wish to volunteer in any of these areas please contact us at volunteer@bordersenses.com. Indicate your area of interest.

BorderSenses Magazine

1. Assist with layout/design of literary magazine
2. Proofread literary magazine
3. Send out acceptance/rejection letters
4. Assist as a reader for literary magazine

Publicity

1. Design posters and flyers for BorderSenses events
2. Write press releases for BorderSenses events
3. Notify media about BorderSenses events
4. Arrange for interviews: television, radio, print

Clerical/Administrative Work

1. Maintain BorderSenses e-mail account
2. Respond to BorderSenses queries via e-mail
3. Database entry
4. Assist with ongoing projects

Reading Series

1. Contact venues for future BorderSenses readings
2. Contact authors for possible appearance
3. Organize and plan for reading
4. Publicize for reading