Emerson National Hunger Fellows Program

Based in Washington D.C., the Emerson National Hunger Fellows Program trains 16-20 future young aspiring community leaders committed to racial equity and social justice. Fellows are placed for the first five months of their fellowship with community-based organizations across the country. Each host organization identifies specific goals and outcomes for the fellows and provides the supervision and resources necessary to accomplish them. Partner organizations include:

• grassroots organizing groups
• food banks
• economic development agencies
• city governments
• food policy councils
• local advocacy organizations.

In mid-February, the Fellows regroup in Washington, D.C. to debrief and share their field experiences and participate in an extensive policy training to learn about national anti-hunger and anti-poverty policy work. Fellows then work at national policy organizations (advocacy groups, think tanks, and government agencies).

Award: awards typically range from $38,000-$43,000 for the duration of the program

*Eligibility Requirements: *

• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency

Deadline: mid-January