Learn More About FL SAND Fellows Program at June 30 Information Session

What's the next goal on your professional journey as a self-advocate? Maybe you've graduated from Partners in Policymaking, have a job you love, have been doing volunteer advocacy for years, or are still looking for an opportunity to make a difference and help others with disabilities. The FL SAND Fellows Leadership Program may be that perfect next step.

The FL SAND Fellows is a paid, immersive training program for experienced self-advocate leaders committed to expansion of their advocacy skills and experience, as well as development in the areas of problem solving, leadership, and organizational management.

In addition to training, Fellows complete real work assignments that range from providing technical assistance to the FL SAND board of directors and network of local self-advocacy groups, to developing training in advocacy-related topics through FL SAND’s Breaking Barriers Training Academy.

Learn more at an information session on the Fellows Program June 30 at 7 PM (Eastern) via Zoom. Program coordinators and Fellows will be there to answer all your questions. Head to this link for the Zoom information.

Since the program started six years ago, Fellows have worked hands-on to plan and facilitate three statewide conferences, deliver training to hundreds of self-advocates and other stakeholders in Florida, and mentor leaders and coordinate the operation of the FL SAND nonprofit organization. Fellows emerge from the program with resume-building, practical experience and heightened skills in disability advocacy.

Fellowships are customized to the applicant's experience and skills. Some Fellows already work full-time, others just part-time. The time commitment spans from 4-6 hours a week.

Applications for the next group of Fellows are due no later than the end of August. Learn more about the program and June 30th information secession here.

The FL SAND Fellows Leadership Program is funded by the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council.