Our Civic Influencer Fellowship Program empowers young people aged 16-24 who are directly impacted by these challenges. By training, mentoring, and resourcing these young individuals, we transform them into effective civic leaders and decision-makers.
At the heart of this is a year-long fellowship that supports these young individuals to:
- Understand the Region: They gain a deep understanding of regional challenges and the decision-making landscape.
- Take Action: They engage in HIPs, lead policy and advocacy activities, and mobilize their communities for change.
- Build Competencies: They develop crucial leadership skills, supported by mentors and navigators trained with evidence-backed models.
Click the button below to learn more!
Civic Influencer Council Members
Civic Influencers are led by a council, which essentially serves as their executive committee.
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Gabriela Chavez, Chair |
Sarah Justice Hughes, Vice-Chair |
Lizz Valeria Decanini |
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Jennifer Morales | Ana Ruiz | Naseem Sosheel Samuel |
Jacob Suniga-Chavez |
Become a Civic Influencer
Are you a young person between the ages of 16 and 24, and are interested in collaborating with decision-makers to create a ripple effect of positive change?
Complete our application by clicking the buttons below!
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Contact Ashley Edinger, Senior Director of Institute and Strategic Supports, AshleyEdinger@RMPBackbone.org, with additional questions or to learn more. |