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Compiled by GayToday Courtesy of NGLTF
New York, New York--The Policy Institute of the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force is seeking candidates for its part time Research Fellowship Program for Fall 2000 in New York City. The Policy Institute of the NGLTF is a think tank dedicated to changing public opinion and strengthening the movement for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) equality.
Fall 2000 applications are due August 28 Policy Institute fellowship positions are highly competitive and provide a unique and substantive opportunity to gain experience in legal and social science research, policy analysis, public relations and other projects critical to the advancement of the GLBT movement. Fellows at the Policy Institute have gone on to graduate programs in their field, campaign management, employment with non-profit GLBT groups, academic research positions, etc. Research Fellowship Program The basics:
* Minimum minimum 20 hours per week for semester fellowships with an 11 week commitment
Fellowship Program Application Deadline for Applications: Applications for the Fall 2000 Fellowship Program should be received no later than August 28. What is the Policy Institute of the National Gay & Lesbian Task Force? The Policy Institute of the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force (NGLTF) is a think tank dedicated to strengthening movements for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) equality. The Policy Institute achieves this through 3 programs--Research and Policy Analysis; Public Information and Communications; and Strategic Initiatives. The Policy Institute generates groundbreaking reports and thought papers; distributes critical and accurate information to activists, elected officials and government agencies, the media, and progressive organizations; convenes strategy meetings; and develops new ideas for political and cultural advocacy. The Policy Institute is located in New York City and is a program of the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force (NGLTF), located in Washington, DC. NGLTF has worked to eliminate prejudice, violence and injustice against gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people at the local, state and national level since its inception in 1973. As part of a broader social justice movement for freedom, justice and equality, NGLTF is creating a world that respects and celebrates the diversity of human expression and identity where all people may fully participate in society. What is the Policy Institute's Research Fellowship Program? There are 3 main areas for fellows to concentrate: Policy, legal, and social science research on issues including: family policy, voting behavior and representation, racial and economic justice, aging issues, hate violence, workplace issues, and health policy. Issues vary based on research priorities. A research fellow will work closely with the Research and Policy Analysis Director to locate critical social science data and analyze policy issues affecting GLBT people. The Public Information and Communications program uses new technologies and public relations strategies to distribute the ideas and analyses of the Policy Institute to journalists, policy makers, academics and activists across the country. A fellow concentrating in this area will work closely with the Public Information Director to increase the breadth and depth of the Policy Instituteˇ¦s distribution network and assist in laying out public relations strategies for Policy Institute projects. Community Organizing. These strategic projects catalyze the development of new strategies to advance the GLBT movement through the National Policy Roundtable; the National Religious Leadership Roundtable; the Racial and Economic Justice Initiative; the Training Academy; the Family Policy Program; the Aging Initiative; and the Apuzzo Chair for Leadership In Public Policy. A fellow concentrating in this area will play a key role with a project leader to produce needed research, meeting organizing, and communications materials with initiative participants. Fallˇ¦00 fellows will concentrate on campaign organizing in the Training Academy.
What is Expected of Policy Institute Fellow? Stipends of $400 per month are available to those willing to make a commitment of 20 hours per week. Semester session fellowships require a 11 week commitment. Fellows are responsible for their own housing, living expenses, and any other costs. Since the Policy Institute of the NGLTF is a non-profit 501(c)3, we may qualify with certain schools to allow student work-study. Prospective interns should contact their campus Financial Aid office for details. What Experience Can a Policy Institute Fellow Receive Fellows will gain experience working at a progressive national think tank dedicated to ending discrimination against gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered people. Fellows are an integral part of producing the substantive work of the Policy Institute through various roles including administrative support, research projects, design and communications, writing, and participation in Policy Institute staff meetings. Fellows are given a high amount of responsibility and are directly supervised by a staff of nationally recognized researchers and policy strategists including; Urvashi Vaid, Esq.; Sean Cahill, Ph.D. in political science; Paula Ettelbrick, Esq.; Dave Fleischer, Esq.; Ingrid Rivera-Dessuit, M.A. in Sociology; and Jason Riggs. Applying for Policy Institute Internships Applicants must be: Enrolled in a degree program at least half-time at a graduate or undergraduate institution, or a successful graduate of the same within the preceding 12 months. Applicants should have: Demonstrated leadership in progressive and/or GLBT communities. Extensive skills in research and writing; communications, marketing and design; or experience working on campaigns, depending upon the area of concentration they are applying for. Knowledge of and commitment to gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender issues. Desire to work in a multi-cultural environment where commitment to diversity based on race, ethnic origin, gender, age, sexual orientation and physical ability is an important institutional value. Demonstrated experience in word processing, database work, email and Internet research. To Apply, Please Submit: Cover letter stating: The approximate dates you are available and the estimated time per week. Why you would like to be a Fellow for the Policy Institute. What you hope to gain from a Policy Institute internship. What you can contribute to the Policy Institute as a Fellow. Policy Institute programs you are interested in and any experience in that area: Research and Policy Analysis ˇV research and writing skills, social science, law, economics, or public policy, background encouraged. Public Information and Communications, V design, communications, writing, database and marketing skills. Community Organizing / Strategic Initiatives ˇV Strong administrative and organizing skills. Depending upon the initiative, campaign experience or interest in candidacy or campaign management; experience in family policy or issues; workplace organizing; or experience in religious organizing or issues. Your Resume:
Send this information by August 28 to: Policy Institute Fellowship Program NGLTF Policy Institute 121 West 27th Street, #501 New York, NY 10001 Do not fax or email your information. Thank you! The Policy Institute appreciates your taking the time to apply and hopes to hear from you soon. If you are applying and have questions please contact Micah Carvalho at mcarvalho@ngltf.org |
