Volunteering as a Social Media Coordinator for AHA
De’Johne Jones is a volunteer with Asha Hope Amanaki and has been a social media coordinator with the organization for almost a year. She started volunteering with the organization and over time connected with the team and played a pivotal role in managing social media handles of Asha Hope Amanaki.
She is a Sophomore in Psychology and Biology at Jackson State University in Jackson Mississippi with a Major in Pre-Medicine. You can also connect with De’Johne on Instagram and LinkedIn
Hi De’Johne, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Tell us a little about yourself to our readers?
My name is De’Johnes Jones and I am from New Orleans Los Angles California. I am currently completing my degree at Jackson State University in Sophomore Psychology and Biology with a Major in Pre-Medicine.
My hobbies include graphic design, reading, video gaming, and creative writing.
Are you a student volunteer or a corporate volunteer or a community volunteer?
I am a student volunteer with Asha Hope Amanaki.
Could you describe your volunteer role at Asha Hope Amanaki?
My role at AHA was Social Media Coordinator, and I volunteered with AHA for almost a year.
How did you find out about the Volunteer Opportunity?
I found it through our JSU Community Service Portal – GivePulse when I was looking for service opportunities
How was your experience working with Asha Hope Amanaki and the volunteer opportunity in general?
Did volunteering on community projects help you in your job or career?
Due to the vast accumulation of hours I received at AHA, along with other various community service opportunities, I was able to receive over 200 community service hours, which will assist me in a multitude of disciplines. I also fostered valuable skills, such as social media literacy, graphic design, leadership and communication, etc.
Since you are virtual volunteer, what are your thoughts on Virtual vs InPerson opportunity?
The online format changed my volunteer experience because I was essentially working from home; I was able to provide meaningful impacts on the community without sacrificing my own comfort, and it also allowed me to do service on my own time.
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