Socially Conscious Careers

What Is A Socially Conscious Career?

"A socially conscious career is a livelihood that is meaningful to the worker, supportive
of life and social justice and does not do violence either directly or in its end result."  —  Paul Wehr

How Can I Tell If The Career I'm Looking At Right Now Is Socially Conscious?

Here are some helpful questions to ask when deciding which career path to pursue:

• Will my work help or harm the environment?
• Will my work reduce violence in the world?
• Will my work increase or reduce social and economic justice?
• Will my work give me peace of mind?

Where Can I Start My Search For A Socially Conscious Career?

Try starting right here with a career search through the links below:

• Databases
• Conflict Resolution
• Community Work and Media
• Social Justice
• Environment
• Human and Civil Rights
• Nonprofits and Philanthropy

Interested In An Internship?

Many places listed as careers might also have internship opportunities available. Also please visit the internships page for additional information.

Other Resources:

• Zelizer, Craig. "Guide to Careers in the CR Field/Additional Resources (Including Newly Expanded List of Key Job Websites)." June 18, 2010.