"As a team of five students studying International Relations at Boston University, we wanted to have a meaningful impact while learning about grassroots development in Africa. Ashoka welcomed us into a partnership with their Nigeria field office. We helped plan a resource center for social entrepreneurs, provided advice on an energy audit, and worked directly with an aspiring Ashoka Fellow on his business plan. We forged meaningful relationships and are happy that an organization like Ashoka is successfully supporting grassroots development."
— Michael Mangano, Michael Silvestrini, Paul McManus, advisor (pictured), Emily Farwell, Michael Mann, Dami Ogunmola
Volunteer with Ashoka's Global Office
Support Ashoka’s global office in Arlington, Virginia and Ashoka’s community of over 2000 Fellows worldwide. Volunteers are always needed both on-site and virtually. Volunteers might assist with internet research and writing, special events, translation, or compiling case studies on Fellows’ work.
Browse Opportunities with Ashoka's Global Office
If you don't see an opportunity posted that meets your interests or skills, please let us know how you would like to be involved by sending a completed copy of the Volunteer Form to with “Ashoka Global” in the subject line. We will confidentially circulate your information within the office to see if anyone could use your help. We will then be able to contact you directly when Ashoka’s needs match up with your own desires. Please keep in mind that supply of qualified volunteers sometimes exceeds demand, meaning you may not receive an immediate placement. So please be patient and stay tuned!
Host an Ashoka Fellow or Staff Member
This is a wonderful way to learn first-hand about the exciting work Fellows are undertaking and to provide them a supportive and comfortable home away from home.
If you live in a metro-accessible Washington, DC location and would be willing to host an Ashoka Fellow or staff member visiting from another country, please send an email to with “Homestay” in the subject line. Please include your name, address, languages spoken, and metro or bus stations near to your home, along with any other relevant details about yourself and your residence. The typical length of a visit is two to five nights.
If you live in another state and are centrally located or near a subway or bus line, we would love to hear from you as well! Often, Ashoka Fellows travel to other parts of the country seeking support of their work or participating in conferences. Having a welcoming home in which to stay can make all the difference in their experience and the memories they will take back to their home countries.