People interested in activism who would like to volunteer as a "Living Book" to help break down prejudice and discrimination
Lebendige Bibliothek e. V.
- Disabled People
- Families
- Homeless People
- Kids & Teenagers
- LGBTQI*
- Migrants & Refugees
- People with health conditions
- Women
- Democracy & Human Rights
- Education & Language Support
- Equal Opportunities
About the volunteering opportunity
The Living Library is a dialogue project aimed at combating discrimination: Volunteer “Living Books” share their experiences, while readers ask respectful questions, reflect on their own prejudices, and discover new perspectives. As a “Living Book,” you share your personal story. As a “Living Librarian,” you facilitate these conversations.
Your Tasks
Have you personally experienced discrimination and/or faced prejudice?
Can you imagine sharing your experiences in a safe space?
Do you enjoy talking to people and believe—as we do—that a good conversation can broaden one’s horizons?
Can you set aside a 3-hour time slot several times a year?
Would you be open to receiving a small volunteer stipend for your involvement?
Can you imagine sharing your experiences in a safe space?
Do you enjoy talking to people and believe—as we do—that a good conversation can broaden one’s horizons?
Can you set aside a 3-hour time slot several times a year?
Would you be open to receiving a small volunteer stipend for your involvement?
What's needed
For this volunteering opportunity, basic German skills are required.
A passion for getting involved, activism, a commitment to fighting discrimination and prejudice, serving as a voice for one’s own life story and cause; an understanding of discrimination is desirable but not required; and reliability
Time required
Regularly
Approx. 3 hours per month.
The exact duration is determined based on needs and the event request and is typically about 3 hours.
Location
Lebendige Bibliothek e. V.
The Lebendige Bibliothek e. V. promotes anti-discrimination and democracy education through various engagement programs at schools, public libraries, and businesses.