Overview / Description:
The New Orleans Healing Center (NOHC) is seeking enthusiastic, reliable, and creative volunteers to assist with marketing and promotion for our annual Fèt Gede (Haitian Day of the Dead) event on November 1. Fèt Gede is a vibrant community celebration honoring Haitian heritage, remembering ancestors, and celebrating life and collective healing. Volunteers will help raise awareness of the event through social media, flyer distribution, and community outreach. Those interested will also have the opportunity to participate in event planning and attend the celebration on the day of the event.
Key Responsibilities:
Create and schedule social media posts to promote Fèt Gede across platforms
Help design, print, and distribute flyers in the community
Support outreach to local organizations, artists, and vendors to share event information
Assist with optional pre-event planning meetings and provide input on logistics, décor, and programming
Attend Fèt Gede on November 1 to support activities, engage with attendees, and help where needed
Qualifications:
Interest in marketing, social media, community engagement, or event planning
Dependable, creative, and comfortable working independently or as part of a team
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Familiarity with social media platforms and basic graphic design skills a plus
Interest in Haitian culture and community celebrations
Time Commitment & Duration:
Volunteer period: October 1–31, 2025
Expected commitment: 1–2 hours per week, with flexibility to attend optional planning meetings and the event on November 1
Benefits:
Hands-on experience in community event marketing and promotion
Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cultural celebration
Networking with local artists, vendors, and community leaders
Chance to participate in event planning and be part of Fèt Gede
How to Apply:
Send your resume and a short statement of interest (why you want to help and what you bring) to Jj at NOHC by October 1, 2025 (admin@nohc.org). If you have experience with social media, marketing, design, or event planning, please include that in your application
