Help preserve Rohingya history and expand understanding of Arakan and Myanmar
RRF's work is made possible by volunteers who contribute their time, skills, and expertise to our research, archival, and outreach efforts. From researchers and writers to translators and community documentors, our volunteers play a vital role in preserving Rohingya history and expanding public understanding of Arakan and Myanmar.
Areas You Can Volunteer In
RRF welcomes volunteers across several areas of our work
Research
Assisting with data collection, analysis, and evidence based reporting
Writing & Blogging
Contributing articles, explainers, and written content
Design
Creating infographics, visual content, and archival presentation
Video Editing
Editing interviews, documentaries, and multimedia content for RRF's public and archival use
Fact-Checking
Verifying sources, claims, and published material for accuracy
Translation
Translating materials between Rohingya, Burmese, English, Bengali, Arabic, and Turkish
Archiving
Digitizing and preserving documents, photographs, and oral testimonies
Outreach
Conducting interviews and supporting field documentation and community engagement
Volunteer Benefits
What you gain by contributing your time and skills to RRF's mission
Learn directly from experts and scholars in the field
Gain hands-on experience with a credible, mission-driven research organization
Access organizational resources, including research tools, digital archives, and premium materials
Build a portfolio through publication credit and byline opportunities on research, reports, and archive entries
Receive a certificate of participation or letter of recommendation for your contributions
Open a pathway to paid or formal positions within the organization as you build your qualifications
Grow into diverse roles across research, writing, archiving, and outreach as you gain experience
Volunteer Requirements
- Must be of Rohingya identity
- Must have proficiency in English required for the role
- Must have a basic understanding of Rohingya history and identity
- Must be committed to accuracy, ethical research, and RRF's mission of non-partisan documentation
- Must be able to commit reliable time and effort to assigned tasks
- Must be respectful of community sensitivities when handling testimonies, archival material, or personal accounts
How to Apply
Interested candidates can send their CV and a letter of motivation, specifying the field they are applying for, to [email protected].