The Freedom Project Network is thrilled to announce a 15- month fellowship opportunity for a recent college graduate to work full-time at one of the Freedom Schools in Mississippi and advance our mission of building community and power alongside young people.
The Manne Postgraduate Fellow would be an instrumental teammate, doing meaningful work directly with students and the organization to advance the FPN mission. In this role, the Fellow would develop significant experience working with young people as a teacher and a mentor within an organization working towards justice and equity by empowering the youth of Mississippi and as part of a small nonprofit team building and developing the organization and its mission.
Application Deadline: March 28th
Fellowship Pay: $50,000 (15-Months)
Fellowship Dates: May 2024 – July 2025
Location: Sunflower, Rosedale, or Meridian
Skills & Qualifications:
A commitment to the organization’s mission of empowering Mississippi youth and a willingness to learn, grow, and develop as part of a team working towards that mission.
Some knowledge of the history of the Civil Rights Movement and the Black Freedom Struggle in Mississippi and the United States.
The ability to enroll others in a mission and outcome and to work collaboratively as part of a small team.
Ability to plan, organize, and implement various projects with crucial deadlines affecting students’ overall experience.
Vision, creativity, charisma, flexibility, compassion, patience, and trustworthiness.
A Bachelor’s Degree by the summer of start date.