Join the movement
We’re bringing together people with energy, ideas, and skills to help us grow. Volunteering with Beyond The Narrative means contributing in real, practical ways; from supporting projects and workshops to strengthening how we work behind the scenes. However you get involved, your time and talent make a difference.
WHY CHOOSE
BEYOND THE NARRATIVE
Because here, you will find...
IMPACT
Every role directly contributes to projects that challenge stereotypes, open opportunities, and create change in communities. You’re not just helping. You’re making a measurable difference.
GROWTH
Volunteering with BTN gives you space to learn and develop. From facilitation and marketing to project coordination and evaluation, you’ll build skills that support your journey as much as ours.
INNOVATION
We design bold, creative solutions, from board games to workshops that reimagine how systems engage with people. At BTN, you’ll be part of a team that values fresh ideas and new approaches.
MEANING
Working with us isn’t just about volunteering; it’s about purpose. You’ll join a lived-experience-led organisation where your contributions add genuine value and connect to something bigger.
Volunteer Marketer
Remote / London Hybrid
Flexible – minimum 4–6 hrs per week
As a Volunteer Marketer, you’ll help Beyond The Narrative share its story with the world. From social media content and newsletters to campaigns and creative projects, you’ll bring ideas to life that highlight our mission and engage communities. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys storytelling, design, or digital outreach and wants to see their work make a difference. You’ll collaborate with the team, experiment with creative approaches, and learn how to communicate with purpose. Every post, campaign, or idea you work on will contribute to growing a values-led organisation.
Volunteer Co-Facilitator
London (In-person delivery, some travel required)
Variable – based on programme schedules
This role is about bringing people together in powerful, supportive learning spaces. As a Co-Facilitator, you’ll help deliver workshops where participants explore identity, resilience, and opportunity. You’ll work alongside experienced facilitators, sharing insights and supporting group discussions while learning new trauma-aware and youth-focused techniques. The role suits someone who has lived experience they’d like to use constructively, who enjoys connecting with others, and who is open to reflection and growth. Each session is different, giving you the chance to build confidence, relationships, and facilitation skills.
Volunteer Project Manager
Remote (Global applicants welcome)
Flexible – minimum 6–8 hrs per week
In this role, you’ll coordinate communications for an international project linking Beyond The Narrative with partners in Congo. You’ll manage updates, timelines, and storytelling in both English and French, helping to ensure clear and culturally aligned communication. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on organisation and cross-cultural collaboration, with a genuine interest in global community projects. You’ll play a central role in keeping the project connected and visible, while developing valuable bilingual and project management experience. Your work will directly support the impact BTN makes beyond the UK.
Volunteer Admin & Operations Coordinator
Remote / London Hybrid
Flexible – minimum 4–6 hrs per week
As the Admin & Operations Coordinator, you’ll be the backbone of BTN’s day-to-day work. You’ll keep things running smoothly by managing diaries, organising files, preparing communications, and helping the team stay on top of priorities. This role suits someone who is reliable, organised, and enjoys bringing structure to busy projects. You’ll gain insight into how both grassroots and larger-scale projects are run, while developing practical admin and coordination skills. By keeping the operations side strong, you’ll enable the team to focus more time on delivery and innovation.
Volunteer Impact & Evaluation Advisor
Remote / London Hybrid
Flexible – minimum 4–6 hrs per month
This strategic role helps Beyond The Narrative evidence the difference its work is making. You’ll support the design of evaluation frameworks, advise on data and KPIs, and help translate outcomes into meaningful insights for partners, funders, and communities. It’s ideal for someone with an interest in research, evaluation, or social impact who wants to apply their expertise in a real-world setting. You’ll work alongside BTN’s leadership to make sure impact is not just measured but understood and communicated. By shaping how BTN tells its story through evidence, you’ll be helping to secure its future growth and credibility.
THE CATALYST FUND
Building Opportunities for the Future
What is it?
The Catalyst Fund is a community funding pool created by Beyond The Narrative to provide small-scale grants, bursaries, and resources. It is designed to give people the push they need to access training, start an idea, or remove barriers holding them back.
Who is it for?
The fund is for young people and grassroots changemakers who have ideas, passions, or goals but face barriers to achieving them. It also benefits founders and emerging leaders, giving them the support, recognition, and sustainability needed to keep building impactful work.
How will it be used?
Every contribution goes directly into building a sustainable pool that can be used to:
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Fund small bursaries for training, courses, or certifications.
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Provide seed money for community-led ideas and projects.
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Support founders and leaders in sustaining their initiatives.
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Remove practical barriers that prevent people from accessing opportunities.
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Offer emergency support for the Founding Five to ensure BTN’s core team can continue leading, even through unexpected challenges.
Where are we now?
We are in the early stages of building the Catalyst Fund. Right now, we’re focused on accumulating resources and laying the foundations to make the fund sustainable and future-proof, so that it can continue to offer opportunities for years to come.
Why does it matter?
Because access to opportunity isn’t equal. Too many people are held back by circumstances beyond their control. The Catalyst Fund exists to change that — providing practical, targeted support that unlocks the next step for individuals and communities.