About the Organization
ConnectFor is a renowned non-profit platform that connects skilled volunteers to meaningful causes by partnering with grassroots organizations across India. Headquartered in Mumbai, ConnectFor offers structured volunteering opportunities spanning education, healthcare, sustainability, and legal awareness.
For this opportunity, ConnectFor has collaborated with Paarvedan Foundation, an organization working in the space of disaster relief and legal outreach, to invite applications for Legal Counselling Volunteers.
About the Event
This is a long-term legal counselling volunteer opportunity aimed at providing on-ground legal awareness, advice, and support to vulnerable populations affected by disasters and displacement. Volunteers will help bridge the access gap to justice by supporting beneficiaries through legal rights education, basic procedural guidance, and referral to legal aid mechanisms.
The opportunity is ideal for law students, young lawyers, and social justice advocates interested in community lawyering, public legal education, and human rights.
Event Timeline
Stage | Date |
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Start Date | 28 July 2025 |
End Date | 31 December 2030 |
Application Deadline | Rolling (Apply Soon) |
Volunteer Commitment | Flexible (Based on NGO needs) |
Format and Structure
Volunteers will be engaged in on-ground legal counselling and awareness sessions under the guidance of ConnectFor and Paarvedan Foundation. Key roles include:
- Conducting legal awareness drives in communities affected by disasters
- Offering basic legal advice on civil rights, entitlements, and documentation
- Assisting with referral to government legal aid services and helplines
- Maintaining records of counselling activities and impact
- Supporting documentation needs for affected individuals (ID proof, property disputes, etc.)
Volunteers will work closely with community coordinators, social workers, and legal officers to ensure ethical and effective service delivery.
Location and Mode
Venue: Various community outreach centres and relief zones across Mumbai
Mode: Offline (In-person volunteer activity only)
Additional Highlights
- Focus Areas: Disaster Relief, Legal Counselling, Community Engagement
- Number of Volunteers Required: 3
- Nature of Work: Pro bono volunteer work with meaningful social impact
- Volunteer Duration: Long-term engagement (can be flexible based on your availability)
- Recognition: Certificate of Volunteer Hours + Official acknowledgment by ConnectFor
- Community Impact: Help disaster-affected populations access justice and state welfare
Eligibility
- Law students (preferably in 3rd year and above) or young legal professionals
- Passionate about legal rights, justice, and community outreach
- Fluent in English and Hindi (local language knowledge a plus)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Based in Mumbai, with ability to travel locally for volunteering
FAQs
Q1: Is this a paid opportunity?
A: No, this is a pro bono legal volunteering opportunity. However, volunteers will receive certificates and recognition from ConnectFor and Paarvedan Foundation.
Q2: Is prior legal experience required?
A: Not mandatory, but basic legal knowledge and a commitment to public service are essential.
Q3: Will training be provided before deployment?
A: Yes, selected volunteers may undergo an orientation/training session with ConnectFor and Paarvedan Foundation staff.
Q4: Can students from outside Mumbai apply?
A: No, this opportunity is strictly offline and based in Mumbai.
Q5: Will attendance and hours be recorded?
A: Yes. ConnectFor tracks volunteer attendance and contributions. You will be eligible for volunteering hours and certifications.
Important Links
Resource | Link |
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Registration/Apply | LinkedIn Listing |
Volunteer Platform | ConnectFor NGO Portal |
Organization Website | ConnectFor |
Downloadables
Sample Cover Letter
Contact
Email: contact@connectfor.org
Address:
ConnectFor, 1608–09, Prasad Chambers
Opera House, Mumbai 400004
Phone: +91 7977347851
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Ready to serve justice on the ground?
Apply now to volunteer and make a meaningful legal impact in disaster-affected communities of Mumbai.
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