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You can volunteer, become an intern, come out to our shows and help us spread the word. We are always open to donations and suggestions!
How long has Apathy Is Boring been around?
Apathy Is Boring has been around since January 2004 but we are currently re-launching the organization with a new website, new office and more staff.
I am a teacher. What info does Apathy is Boring provide for students who are not voting age?
There is lots of general info on the Apathy is Boring site about the democratic process, that can be useful to you. Apathy is Boring’s demographic is youth ages 18 –35. If you are looking for a program for you under 18, we suggest getting in touch with Student Vote.
If Apathy Is Boring is based in Montreal, how do we work at a national level?
Apathy Is Boring has many partners across the country, from Halifax to Vancouver to Whitehorse, who help us spread our materials, and work together on the GoVote Coalition.
- Student Vote – Toronto
- Get Your Vote On – BC
- Taking it Global – Canada wide
- Forums Jeunesse régionaux du Québec - Quebec
For information on having us come to your town, contact us at info@apathyisboring.com
If I want to apply for a job at Apathy is Boring how do I do that?
Job postings / intern positions will be listed on the Apathy is Boring website if there are any positions available. We accept resumes anytime, and will keep them on file until an appropriate position become available. You can email your resume to info@apathyisboring.com.
What do we actually do?
We put on concerts, produce our clothing line and hold election campaigns to encourage you to question democracy. We also have a site that serves an online community with resources and useful information.
What does it mean when you say you are non-partisan?
Apathy is Boring does not represent one particular political viewpoint. We don’t support any particular political party or political candidates. Sometimes information on our site posted by users will be biased but that is not our opinion, we just believe in open dialogue. We will, however, not tolerate opinions that support violence, hatred or promote discrimination.
What does it mean when you say you are youth run?
The majority of Apathy is Boring’s staff, interns, Board of Directors, and other decision makers are under 30. We don’t exclude people over thirty from applying to positions, but generally Apathy is Boring is made up of people within the demographic we are trying to reach.
What is Apathy Is Boring?
Apathy is Boring is a youth run, Montreal based non profit organization focused on helping main stream Canadian young people get engaged in democracy. We use music, art and technology to get our message across.
What will I receive at my email address if I sign up to the Apathy Is Boring Mailing list?
We will send out information on shows, our projects, opportunities to volunteer, contests to win free concert tickets. They will be emails that you will love and wait for with baited breath. We also refuse to share your contact information with anyone outside Apathy is Boring. Please don’t expect more then 2 emails a month; if you want more than that, feel free to ask us questions at info@apathyisboring.com .
Where does Apathy Is Boring get its funding?
Where does Apathy is Boring get its funding?
Apathy Is Boring gets funding from selling our gear, doing workshops, and our own fundraising efforts, as well as foundations, private donors, and government programs. Check out our Sponsors Page.
Who is Apathy Is Boring trying to reach?
18 – 35 year-old Canadian youth. Apathy is Boring also attempts to targets unengaged Canadian youth that that are not already knowledgeable or involved in community groups, or who don’t already vote. This is hard to do, so that is why we use art & the web to get our message out.
Who started Apathy is Boring?
Who started Apathy is Boring?
A dance choreographer, a film maker and a photographer got Apathy Is Boring off the ground in 2004 and since then many different creative minded people have been a part of the team.
• Ilona Dougherty - dance choreographer / long time youth activist
• Paul Shore – Filmmaker / Guerrilla News Network Canada Bureau Chief
• Mackenzie Duncan – Fashion Photographer / Graphic Designer
Overview
We started The Apathy Is Boring Project because even if the politicians don't always care about what we have to say, they can't ignore 7 million of us going to the polls.
Program Areas
Through key partnerships with leaders in the field Apathy is Boring has created an online presence that continues to draw thousands of visitors every month.
FAQ
How can I get involved with Apathy is Boring? You can volunteer, become an intern, come out to our shows and help us spread the word. We are always open to donations and suggestions!
