A volunteering pro bono opportunity has arisen for a law graduate, student or future lawyer. The International Law Book Facility (ILBF) is looking to fill two student voluntary roles of administrator and shipping coordinator. The ILBF provides legal texts to institutions all over the world involved in access to justice. Since 2005, it has sent more than 20,000 books to not-for-profits across the world. To apply, send a CV and covering letter to ilbf.recruitment@gmail.com with “2016 Recruitment” in the subject line by 8 July. More information on the roles can be found on the website.
29 June 2016
ILBF: Volunteer roles open
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