Jamie Sgarro (he/they)
Co-Founder & President
Volunteer Associate Positions
Associate volunteers support our leadership team through specialized roles. Our associate positions allow volunteers with specialized skill sets to make a meaningful contribution to AsylumConnect. We are currently looking for: a Web Developer, Growth Marketing Specialist, Fundraising Manager, HR& Recruitment Manager, and Data Managers. Click for more information.
Volunteer Director Positions
Our volunteer leadership team collaborates with staff to run our day-to-day operations, manage our associate volunteers and execute AsylumConnect’s long-term vision. We are currently looking for an Assistant Director of Data Management. Click for more information.
LGBTQ Asylum Seekers Face Layered Marginalization, So These Four Organizations Are Here to Help
Teen Vogue
Teen Vogue identifies AsylumConnect as one of four organizations countering the challenging asylum seeking process for LGBTQ asylum seekers.Katie Sgarro’s AsylumConnect Helps LGBTQ Asylum Seekers Access Safe Services
Forbes
Read about our co-founder and president Katie Sgarro in this recent Forbes article.Clinton Foundation’s “Why Am I Telling You This?” Podcast
Apple Podcasts
In this episode, Chelsea Clinton speaks with Katie Sgarro who is helping LGBTQ+ asylum seekers find safe, immigrant-friendly services though her organization, AsylumConnect.AsylumConnect Helps LGBTQ+ Asylum Seekers Find Resources in the U.S. (Video)
Watch NowThis' video about our work. As our co-founders say, "We really want LGBTQ asylum seekers to know that they belong and that there are people in the United States and beyond that care about them, and that really respect their right to live authentically."
Volunteer Translators
Are you fluent in a language other than English? Sign up to translate for AsylumConnect! Our translators help to ensure that our informational resources remain as accessible as possible. Sample translation assignments include: infographics, flyers, text on our catalog site, and additional text for our website. In this role, you will be asked to translate for us on an as needed basis. To apply to become a translator: please email your resume and a short paragraph explaining your interest to applications@asylumconnect.org.
NYC Junior Board Member
Join AsylumConnect’s new Junior Board of young professionals. Members will help support and promote our mission, fundraise and build greater awareness for the first ever digital platform for LGBTQ asylum. We’re now accepting applications for the 2020 Junior Board.
Lead Developer (Part-time)
We’re hiring for a Lead Developer (part-time)! This is an essential position and a fantastic opportunity for anyone with technical project management experience, excellent communication skills, and strong knowledge of web and mobile application development.
