Open Society Human Rights Community Youth Fellowships

This program has partnership with the Human Rights Initiative and the Open Places Initiative. They are searching for candidates to join this fellowship. If you wish to implement a project of their own design that advances human rights in underserved communities, this program is the best match for your interest.

How much: an award of $60,000 for full-time, 18-month projects (prorated for part-time or 12-month projects).

Age limit: 18–25

Important information:

• You have two options! The first one is focus on human rights and take place in underserved communities in Puerto Rico, Buffalo, or San Diego. The second option is focus on human rights in underserved communities anywhere in the United States; this opportunity is specifically for young persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• You must desire to learn more about being the most effective activist

To apply: Online (You need to fill the online form)

Documents you need to submit: resume or bio, letter of intent (LOI), guideline completion

Important Date:

• Online form : January 10, 2017
• Letters of intent: January 10, 2017 (11:59 p.m. EST)

If you are selected, you will be informed on June 2017

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