Design + Diversity developed this Fellowship program to support emerging underinvested Black, Latins, and Indigenous creatives. It is a fellowship for individuals who have the uniqueness, nerve, and talent to dare to make changes in their community.
Requirements
If selected, all participants must be 18 years of age or older, fluent in English, and reside in the United States. You must also be a member of the black, Latinx, and/or Indigenous community.
- You must be over 18 years of age, fluent in English, and currently reside in the United States—you do not have to be a U.S. citizen.
- You must be a member of the Black, Latinx, and/or Indigenous community.
- Must be a member of one of the following groups:
- Junior or Senior at an accredited institution
- Student at a community college
- Currently in or recent grad of a certification program
- Recent grad with in the past four (4) years
- Self-taught or non-degree must have at least four (4) years of experience, including freelance work
Commitment
The fellowship is a year-long engagement. During that time, you are expected to attend and participate in our endeavors and activities.
- Attend monthly phone call
- Attend monthly mentorship session
- Attend the Design + Diversity Conference (All expenses paid)
- Participate in the team project
- All participants are expected to uphold Design + Diversity's Code of Conduct