Atlantic Fellows for Racial Equity (AFRE) Fellowship Program 2021

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Atlantic Fellows for Racial Equity (AFRE) calls application for Fellowship Program 2021. Each cohort of Fellows consists of 20 high-impact change-makers from South Africa and the United States who participate in a year-long, non-residential program that builds knowledge and capacity to effectively address the causes of racial inequality.

Atlantic Fellows for Racial Equity (AFRE) is about building a community that is grounded in deep respect and appreciation for diverse experiences and perspectives and what we can build collectively.

Benefits

AFRE supports Fellows’ participation and leadership development through:

• International travel and accommodations in South Africa and the United States.
• Technological equipment to facilitate participation in virtual programming.
• Professional coaching, networking and financial resources to advance racial equity projects.
• Communications services for public identity-development, including a headshot, bio, and media training.
• USD $10,000 in funding to cover personal costs associated with participation.
• Access to Columbia University coursework upon graduation.
• Connection to a global community of Atlantic Fellows working for change.

Eligibility

This program is for individuals who are committed to achieving equity, have a track record of significant impact, and deeply value dialogue with, and learning from, diverse perspectives and voices as a critical step towards achieving societal transformation. There are no academic qualifications required to apply.

Criteria

• Experienced in their field of work with a track record of impact in furthering racial equity.
• Proposing work with the potential to significantly advance the development of new policy, institutions and/or narratives for greater equity.
• Willing and able to navigate and learn from diversity and complexity on a local and global scale.
• Committed to working with and supporting others to achieve individual and collective impact.

Specifications

Type of Opportunity Scholarships and Fellowships

Deadline                        20 January,2021

Country                           USA

Open to                         All

Organizer               Atlantic Fellows

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