Application Deadline: March 31, 2024.
LOCATION: Remote
The Global Heumann Fellowship seeks disabled, visionary leaders with a demonstrated history in advocacy, communications, and influential collaboration. Must have the ability to be effective while working remotely and maintain flexibility working with a diverse, global team.
ELIGIBILITY:
Have a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience within the disability rights movement
Have lived experience as a person with a disability
Experienced in advocacy on global disability rights issues Flexibility and capacity to work with limited supervision and adapt quickly to new or unexpected assignments
Commitment to excellence and to being a reliable, responsive, and accountable team member throughout the fellowship
English Proficiency- high level of comfort with the use of the English language in both spoken and written forms
Will commit part-time (~ 20 hours/week) to the proposed research project and fellowship program throughout the fellowship year
Currently has a professional career within the disability rights field upon completion of the Fellowship
Desirable Requirements:
Hold an academic degree (earned in the U.S. or abroad) equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree completed by the application deadline
Has a strong foundation of knowledge of disability and human rights advocacy
Daily access to the internet, a personal computer, and a suitable work environment
Willingness and ability to work occasionally at non-standard hours, accommodating different time zones
Willingness to be available on instant communication modes such as WhatsApp or Signal
Have had significant experience in writing, or are a published writer on disability rights issues
BENEFIT:
Sponsorship will support program administration, fellow awards/stipends, application and selection processes, accessibility and accommodations, leadership development, impact and outcome measures and supporting infrastructure.
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