Partner with us to support resilient young leaders across Myanmar and the Global South.
Who We Are
Parami University is a private, nonprofit online university offering U.S.-accredited dual associate and bachelor’s degree programs with Bard College in New York. Through fully synchronous online learning and residential hubs in Myanmar, Laos, and Thailand, we deliver high-quality liberal arts education to students across Myanmar and the Global South.
What We Do
- Provide U.S.-accredited undergraduate programs licensed by the Higher Education Licensure Commission (HELC) in Washington, D.C.
- Empower youth to cultivate leadership, civic engagement, and relationship to the natural world.
- Promote access to quality higher education for youth with limited higher education pathways globally.
- Offer top-quality higher education through advanced delivery technologies.
Our Impact
Young individuals pursuing higher education amid uncertainty, barriers, and hardship can move closer to their dreams with your support and generosity. We invite global professionals, scholars, and educators to join us in expanding access to transformative higher education and helping students build brighter futures despite challenges.
Why Volunteer With Parami?
Eligibility
- Committed, supportive and passionate about youth empowerment.
- Hold a bachelor’s degree (graduate degree preferred for some roles).
- Commit to roughly 120 volunteer hours over 3–12 months.
- Demonstrate strong written and spoken English proficiency.
- Bring relevant experience aligned with the role (e.g., advising, research, mentoring, EdTech).
- Have strong communication skills and empathy to support students from diverse and challenging backgrounds.
Volunteer Roles
Volunteers may choose one or more roles based on expertise and availability.
What Volunteers Gain
- Certificate of Appreciation from Parami University
- Opportunities to interact with driven, globally minded youth
- Invitations to Parami events and workshops
- Recognition on Parami’s website or annual report (optional)
- Enriching cross-cultural mentoring experience
- A chance to contribute directly to rebuilding futures
What We Expect
- Communicate with kindness, clarity, and reliability
- Respect student privacy, safety, and diversity
- Maintain a learner-centered mentoring style
- Honor agreed schedules (with flexibility for emergencies)
- Uphold Parami’s core values
Time Commitment and Pathways
We offer flexible volunteer pathways while ensuring meaningful engagement. All volunteers are required to commit a minimum of 120 volunteer hours during their involvement. Volunteer contributions may be aligned with specific office needs, project-based tasks, or the volunteer’s area of expertise.
Short-term (1–4 months)
Ideal for focused, task-based, or project-based contributions, requiring approximately 7–10 volunteer hours per week.
- Project-based mentoring or skills support
- Skill-focused group workshops or short training series
- Support for student clubs or civic engagement initiatives
- Graduate or undergraduate advising sessions
- Short-term office projects (e.g., student recruitment with the Admissions Office, grant prospect research with the Development Unit, or advising support with PUCDC)
Medium-Term ( 4-6 months)
Ideal for deeper engagement and ongoing guidance, requiring approximately 5–7 volunteer hours per week.
- Continuous mentorship or coaching
- Sustained guidance for academic, community, or institutional projects
- Extended involvement in departmental initiatives and projects
Long-Term (6-12 months)
Ideal for individuals seeking sustained engagement and greater responsibility, requiring approximately 2-5 volunteer hours per week.
- Ongoing mentorship or coaching roles
- Long-term involvement with academic initiatives, office operations, or university-wide projects
- Leadership or advisory support for recurring programs
All volunteer activities are conducted online , making participation accessible from anywhere in the world.
How To Join Us?
Thank you for your interest in supporting Parami University’s students through volunteering!