At American Wild Horse Conservation, we are passionate advocates for the preservation and protection of our nation’s wild horses and burros. Founded with a steadfast commitment to the welfare of these iconic animals, we strive to ensure their survival for generations to come. We ignite change in wild horse policy, setting the standard for conservation practices and building informed advocacy.
Ignite Wild Horse Policy
We actively engage in advocacy efforts. By collaborating with lawmakers, stakeholders, and communities, we strive to enact legislation and regulations that safeguard the rights and habitats of America’s wild horses and burros.
Setting the Conservation Standard
Through research, habitat restoration projects, and sustainable management practices, we work to ensure the long-term viability of wild horse populations while maintaining ecological balance.
Building Informed Advocacy
Through education and outreach initiatives, we empower individuals and communities to become advocates for wild horse conservation. By fostering a deeper understanding of the issues facing wild horses and their habitats, we cultivate a network of passionate supporters dedicated to our cause.
Are you interested in joining the mission?
The Role
American Wild Horse Conservation is seeking a dynamic community leader who will enhance grassroots engagement and campaign efforts in support of in-the-wild conservation of wild horses and burros.
The AWHC Grassroots Campaigns & Advocacy Manager will be responsible for expanding grassroots outreach, coalition-building and volunteer advocacy activities to advance wild horse and burro protection and pursue federal reform.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute grassroots engagement in support of AWHC mission, working in collaboration with AWHC policy, conservation and advocacy teams.
- Develop the scale and impact of AWHC advocacy movement, growing the number of advocates and maximizing their combined strength as a volunteer community.
- Arrange in-district constituent meetings with legislators and organize advocates to participate in Lobby Day.
- Train advocates on effective communications with elected officials and local media
- Create grassroots resources and maintain web and advocacy training materials
- Build relationships and coalitions with advocates and ally groups.
- Stay up-to-date and utilize the best national grassroots advocacy practices, as applicable.
- Prepare reports and presentations for staff, AWHC Board of Directors and donors.
- Coordinate with AWHC departments to ensure grassroots integration with organizational priorities.