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Posted on 09/27/24

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Are you a retired journalist, editor, or photographer looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? AARP Virginia is seeking passionate and dedicated volunteers to join our team and help cover community events, write engaging stories, and capture memorable moments for our website.

Why Volunteer with Us?

● Make a Difference: Use your skills to highlight the incredible work AARP volunteers are doing in your community and bring attention to important issues.

● Stay Active and Engaged: Keep your journalistic and editorial skills sharp while staying connected with like-minded professionals.

● Flexible Commitment: Volunteer opportunities are tailored to fit your schedule, whether you want to contribute regularly or occasionally.

● Supportive Community: Join a team of experienced professionals who share your passion for storytelling and community service.

Roles We Are Looking For:

● Reporters: Attend AARP Virginia in-person and virtual events, conduct interviews, and write compelling stories that inform and inspire our readers. Learn more about specific positions:

Lynchburg – Reporter

Richmond-Fredericksburg – Reporter

Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Chesapeake-Reporter

● Editors: Help articles, ensuring they comply with AP Style and meet our high standards for clarity, accuracy, and engagement. Learn more.

● Photographers: Capture the essence of our events through your lens, providing high-quality images that complement our stories. Learn more about specific positions:

Northern Virginia – Photographer

Richmond-Fredericksburg – Photographer

Roanoke-Lynchburg – Photographer

Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Chesapeake – Photographer

How to Get Involved:

1. Submit Your Application: For the best match, use one of the links above. If you don't see the position you are looking for, visit: https://www.aarp.org/iwant2volunteer

2. Interview: A volunteer coordinator will reach out.

3. Attend a Virtual Orientation: Learn more about our mission, meet the team, and get started on your first assignment.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of older adults in Virginia. Your expertise and enthusiasm can help us tell the stories that matter most. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

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        </div><p>Are you a retired journalist, editor, or photographer looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? AARP Virginia is seeking passionate and dedicated volunteers to join our team and help cover community events, write engaging stories, and capture memorable moments for our website.<br><br><b>Why Volunteer with Us?</b><br><br>● <b>Make a Difference</b>: Use your skills to highlight the incredible work AARP volunteers are doing in your community and bring attention to important issues.<br><br>● <b>Stay Active and Engaged</b>: Keep your journalistic and editorial skills sharp while staying connected with like-minded professionals.<br><br>● <b>Flexible Commitment</b>: Volunteer opportunities are tailored to fit your schedule, whether you want to contribute regularly or occasionally.<br><br>● <b>Supportive Community</b>: Join a team of experienced professionals who share your passion for storytelling and community service.<br><br><b>Roles We Are Looking For:</b><br><br>● <b>Reporters</b>: Attend AARP Virginia in-person and virtual events, conduct interviews, and write compelling stories that inform and inspire our readers. Learn more about specific positions:<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oHo0000036No6IAE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Lynchburg – Reporter</b></a></span></span><br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CyqfAAC

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        </div><p>Are you a retired journalist, editor, or photographer looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? AARP Virginia is seeking passionate and dedicated volunteers to join our team and help cover community events, write engaging stories, and capture memorable moments for our website.<br><br><b>Why Volunteer with Us?</b><br><br>● <b>Make a Difference</b>: Use your skills to highlight the incredible work AARP volunteers are doing in your community and bring attention to important issues.<br><br>● <b>Stay Active and Engaged</b>: Keep your journalistic and editorial skills sharp while staying connected with like-minded professionals.<br><br>● <b>Flexible Commitment</b>: Volunteer opportunities are tailored to fit your schedule, whether you want to contribute regularly or occasionally.<br><br>● <b>Supportive Community</b>: Join a team of experienced professionals who share your passion for storytelling and community service.<br><br><b>Roles We Are Looking For:</b><br><br>● <b>Reporters</b>: Attend AARP Virginia in-person and virtual events, conduct interviews, and write compelling stories that inform and inspire our readers. Learn more about specific positions:<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oHo0000036No6IAE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Lynchburg – Reporter</b></a></span></span><br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CyqfAAC

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$location = '<a href="/roanoke-va/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HOME">Roanoke, VA</a>'
$no_header = false
$header_title = '<a href="/roanoke-va/happenings/">News Feed</a>'
$header_subtitle = ''
$isPR = false
$navbar = '<nav class="section" role="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="collapse">
	<div class="section-toggle">Sections <i class="fas fa-chevron-down"></i></div>
	<ul class="secondary-menu" id="secondary-menu" role="menu" aria-busy="true">
		<li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/roanoke-va/aarp-events/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-OLE" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-EVENTS">Online & Local Events</a> </li>
		<li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/roanoke-va/things-to-do/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-TTD" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-THINGSTODO">Things to Do</a></li>
		<li role="presentation" class="active"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/roanoke-va/happenings/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-NF" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HAPPENINGS">News Feed</a> </li>
		<li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/roanoke-va/volunteering/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-VOL" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-VOLUNTEERING">Volunteering</a> </li>
		<li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/roanoke-va/home-and-community/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HC" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HC">Home & Community</a> </li>
		<li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/roanoke-va/movies/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-MFG" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MOVIESFORGROWNUPS">Movies for Grownups</a> </li>
		<li role="presentation" class="more nosep " id="submenu-more">
			<span role="menuitem" class="menuitem" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MORE">More<i class="fas fa-chevron-down"></i></span>
			<ul class="secondary-submenu animate slide-in" id="secondary-submenu">
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/roanoke-va/discounts/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-LO" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-OFFERS">Local Offers</a></li>
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/roanoke-va/local-resources/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-LR" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-LOCALRESOURCES">Local Resources</a> </li>
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/roanoke-va/jobs/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-WJ" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-WORK&JOBS">Work & Jobs</a></li>
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/roanoke-va/events/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-CC" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-EVENTS">Community Calendar</a></li>
				<!--
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/roanoke-va/healthy-living/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HEALTHY_LIVING" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HEALTHY_LIVING">Healthy Living</a></li>
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/roanoke-va/arts-entertainment/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-ARTS_ENT" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-ARTS_ENT">Arts & Entertainment</a></li>
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/roanoke-va/museums/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-MUSEUMS" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MUSEUMS">Museums</a></li>
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		</li>
		
	</ul>
</nav>'
$header_custom = ''
$breadcrumbs = array(
	(int) 0 => array(
		'title' => 'News Feed',
		'slug' => 'happenings'
	)
)
$row = array(
	'title' => 'Back to News Feed',
	'slug' => 'happenings'
)
$i = (int) 0
include - APP/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp, line 244
include - APP/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp, line 244
View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971
View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933
View::renderLayout() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 546
View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 481
Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963
AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136
BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81
ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ??
Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491
Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193
Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167
[main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118