Public Relations & Outreach Fellow

Position Overview
The

Public Relations & Outreach Fellow

will assist in

media relations, press outreach, and community engagement

to promote PEP’s campaigns and advocacy work. The fellow will develop

press releases, media pitches, event promotions, and partnership outreach strategies

to increase PEP’s visibility and impact.
This fellowship is ideal for

students or recent graduates

with experience or interest in

public relations, communications, journalism, advocacy, and social justice organizing .
Key Responsibilities:
✅

Draft and distribute press releases

to national and local media outlets.
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Develop media pitches and build relationships with journalists, editors, and news outlets .
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Monitor media coverage of militarization, defense spending, and peace advocacy issues .
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Assist in planning and promoting events, webinars, and advocacy campaigns .
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Manage outreach to potential partners, coalitions, and community organizations .
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Create outreach materials

such as email newsletters, fact sheets, and advocacy toolkits.
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Engage with supporters and organizations

to build partnerships and expand PEP’s network.
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Assist in managing and updating media contact lists and press databases .
Preferred Qualifications:
✔

Background in public relations, communications, journalism, political science, or a related field .
✔ Strong

writing and communication skills , with the ability to craft compelling narratives.
✔ Experience with

press outreach, media engagement, or grassroots organizing

is a plus.
✔ Passion for

peace advocacy, social justice, and anti-militarization efforts .
✔ Ability to work

independently and collaboratively

in a fast-paced advocacy environment.
✔ Experience with

email marketing tools (e.g., MailChimp), press databases, or social media outreach

is a plus.
What You’ll Gain:
⭐

Hands-on experience in public relations, media outreach, and nonprofit advocacy .
⭐ The opportunity to

develop and execute PR strategies for a mission-driven organization .
⭐ Insight into

how media and advocacy shape public narratives on military spending and peacebuilding .
⭐ Networking opportunities with

journalists, activists, policymakers, and advocacy organizations .
⭐ A strong foundation for careers in

public relations, nonprofit communications, advocacy, and policy work .