Young Leaders Access Program 2018

Important information-

Application process-

• There will be three rounds for the application process-
  • First round(31st October 2017- 2 January 2018)- This rounds will include the online application submission.
  • Second round- The shortlisted applicants of the first round will be asked to submit a brief need assessment that will highlight their community issue and possible solutions.
  • Third round- This will be an interview with the alumni of the program. 
• The Young Leader Access Program will be a one year program, consisted of three components-
  • The YLA Retreat (It will be launched in late July and will be held in New York, NY and Burlington, Vermont.)
  • Project Implementation
  • Alumni Mentorship and Support
• The applicant should have access to email or another internet platform for communication with the MCW team and mentor during the program.
• The applicant should have identified an issue in their community and demonstrate the commitment to the address that issues during the program.
• The applicant will have to pay a refundable amount of USD 100 by May 4, 2018. Note- The payment can be done by Square or PayPal.
• The application must be filled in English.
• The application will contain-
  • General Information
  • Essay Questions
  • Resume/ CV- You must upload your resume/ CV directly into the application in PDF format
  • Two Letters of Recommendation- You must upload your letters of recommendation directly into the application in PDF format.
  • Liability Waiver

Award details-

• MCW will cover all costs during the retreat program (July 24, 2018- August 2, 2018 ) including housing, food, travel, and any necessary supplies.
• The successful candidates of the YLA program will be eligible to apply for the Alumni Ventures fund which will include a grant up to USD 5000 and a year of professional mentorship.

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