voluntary role

[/ˈvɒlənteri roʊl/]
nounpl: voluntary roles
papel voluntário
1. A position or function that a person undertakes without being paid and by choice, typically for a charitable, community, or organizational purpose
She took on a voluntary role as a tutor at the local community center.
Ela assumiu um papel voluntário como tutora no centro comunitário local.
2. An unpaid position within an organization where the person is not required to work but chooses to contribute their time and skills
His voluntary role with the environmental nonprofit helped him gain experience in conservation.
Seu papel voluntário na organização ambiental sem fins lucrativos o ajudou a ganhar experiência em conservação.
In Brazil, voluntary roles are increasingly common in NGOs, schools, and community organizations. The concept of 'voluntariado' is well-established and respected, with many citizens participating in social projects. In the USA, volunteerism is deeply embedded in civic culture, and taking a voluntary role is seen as a way to give back to the community and gain professional experience.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
volunteer positionunpaid rolecharity workcommunity service
Antonyms / Antônimos
paid positionmandatory roleemploymentobligatory role

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
papel voluntário
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
trabalho voluntário
Commonly used alternative emphasizing voluntary work aspect
São Paulo
cargo voluntário
Often used in corporate and organizational contexts
Portugal
papel voluntário / posição de voluntário
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese with slight formal variations

Related Words

volunteervolunteerismnonprofitcommunity workcharityunpaid work

Related Idioms & Phrases

give one's time voluntarily
serve in a voluntary capacity
take on volunteer work
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