Paid Organizing Opportunity
Change Agent Summer Organizing Program
May 30-September 28
Looking for 75 Individuals Committed to Changing Their Communities
Be the Change, Inc., in collaboration with the ServiceNation Organizing Committee, is
seeking 75 energetic individuals from around the country to help jump-start the ServiceNation Movement to bring national service to scale in the United States. We are looking for people who believe in the transformational power of citizen service and are ready to help call for a new era of citizenship and service in America. No organizing experience necessary.
Summer Overview
Change Agent Academy – May 30-June 3
• Attend all expenses paid trip to Atlanta to learn everything you need to know to be a
summer organizer
• Participate in the Hands On Network/Points of Light Conference following the training
• Learn skills, processes, and best practices for organizing and movement building
Training and Support
• Work as part of a diverse regional team
• Weekly check-in calls with Field Director
• Bi-weekly training calls
• Opportunity to attend the ServiceNation Summit in New York City on September 18th
Organizing and Movement Building Activities
• Work in your local community
• Attend and host community forums and public meetings
• Organize a local steering committee
• Learn to navigate the local political system
• Convene and train local citizens to continue organizing throughout the year
September 27th Day of Action
• Work with steering committee you create to organize a Day of Action event in your community
• Conduct outreach to local media and public officials
Time Commitment
• Full-time during the summer
• Advanced planning will allow for part-time work in September
Qualifications
• Committed to making change in your community
• Self-Motivated
• Organizational Skills
• Enjoy working with a diverse group of people
• Open to anyone 18 and older with a high school degree or a GED. Everyone from college students to retirees are encouraged to apply.
Stipend
$3750 to be divided equally and paid by check monthly. The last check will be issued after
the Day of Action.
To Apply
• Complete the online application at:
http://www.bethechangeinc.org/servicenation/movement/change_agent_academy
• Applications will be reviewed and decisions made on a rolling basis.
• Phone interview required for all finalists.
• Deadline to apply: April 15th
For More Information
Contact Emily Cherniack at echerniack@bethechangeinc.org or 617-252-2466 or visit
www.servicenation.org and click on Change Agent Program – FAQ. |