Volunteer Editor and Writer for Book on Sustainable Fashion with Animana & Hecho por nosotros

This is an opportunity to work with an Ashoka Fellow. Ashoka Fellows are leading social entrepreneurs that have been through a rigorous selection process to become part of the Ashoka Fellowship and Network. They tackle systemic challenges with innovative ideas to create and spread social impact. This is an unpaid, volunteer opportunity.

About the Affiliated Organization

At Hecho por Nosotros (HxN) and animaná, we believe the creative economy can become a powerful force for regeneration, cultural preservation, and social transformation. For over 16 years, we have collaborated with artisans, natural fiber producers, organizations, universities, governments, and international partners to build fair and regenerative systems that value ancestral knowledge, ethical production, and community development. Through educational initiatives, ethical commerce platforms, collaborative networks, and international partnerships, we connect communities, innovation, and technology in ways that strengthen local knowledge and cultural identity. We are expanding our global network and developing projects that foster systemic change through education, sustainability, and collective action.

About the Role

We are looking for a creative and proactive Graphic Designer to join our Communications Team as a volunteer and support the visual development of our projects, campaigns, and digital initiatives.

You will work closely with our team to review, edit, and refine the manuscript, ensuring consistency in style, clarity in structure, and strong academic grounding throughout the book. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with complex, multi-author content and transforming it into a cohesive and publication-ready piece.

Responsibilities

• Review, rewrite, and reduce sections of the manuscript where needed
• Write additional content to strengthen incomplete or underdeveloped sections
• Ensure consistency in tone, structure, and academic style across all chapters
• Check existing references and conduct additional research where necessary
• Strengthen the academic foundation of the text through proper sourcing and citations
• Edit for clarity, coherence, and overall flow
• Support the finalization of the manuscript for publication

Schedule

• Estimated hours per week: 15-20
• Estimated duration of the project: 6-12 months
• This position is virtual (remote)

Requirements

• Completed a thesis or academic research project (Master’s or PhD level)
• Strong academic writing, research, and editing skills in English
• Highly detail-oriented, structured, and comfortable working with fragmented text
• Ability to synthesize and unify multiple writing styles into one cohesive voice
• Background or interest in fashion, textile production, or sustainability is a plus

Language requirement: English