MYF Program Application Form

MUSLIM YOUTH FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM 2021-2022 COHORT APPLICATION
Thank you for applying to the Muslim Youth Fellowship Program! The Muslim Youth Fellowship (MYF) is a professional and leadership development program which provides highly motivated, passionate and hard-working young people with the opportunity to be part of political and decicion-making processes and become part of the next generation of public servants. Through applied, hands-on experience, the program will provide fellows with the practical tools required to understand and navigate the political process. Fellows complete 12-week placements with members of Toronto City Council, serving Toronto's diverse communities through duties such as case work, event planning, communications, and administrative support. These positions are paid and part-time, directly with the City. Before and during their placements, fellows undergo extensive training, through monthly, day-long workshops on topics ranging from advocacy and campaigning to effective networking and building meaningful professional relationships. Fellows also benefit from one one-on-one mentorship and support in personal and professional development. Lastly, they team up to design and lead a project which tangibly address outstanding social or education needs that they see within their community, allowing them to have a lasting impact through their work. Who is the ideal applicant? The ideal applicants are individuals who are eager to build their political literacy, deepen their understanding of municipal governance, have a desire to benefit their communities, and develop strong leadership skills that will hopefully place them in prominent decision-making roles in the future.

Commitments: The paid MYF placements will run from September to December 2021. Placements will be part-time and 8-12 hours/ week for 12 weeks. Prior to the placements, and from August to mid-September, we will be hosting a series of pre-internship training workshops that will take place on weekends, 1-2 weekend days in a month. Attendance at training sessions is mandatory. Program timeline: August- December.

There are three parts to the application: Personal Information, Short-Answer Questions, and Supporting Documentation.

Please prepare the following documents in advance and in PDF format before starting the application process in order to make things easier for you:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter: please describe to us your skills and experience, your interests, and what you hope to get out of the fellowship/expectations (1-page maximum)
3. The names of three professional references, including one from any political work or volunteering: please provide the full name, professional/job title, their relationship to applicant, email, and a phone number.
* Application Deadline: Aug 1 2021 *

Important: You may use the "back" button to make changes to the application as you work. Once you press "Submit," you will no longer be able to edit the form.
Part One: Personal Information
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
E-mail*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Gender Identification and Pronouns*
Other Identities*
(This information allows us to better understand how reflective our pool of applicants is in relation to Toronto’s diverse Muslim communities in terms of ethnicity, languages spoken, Indigeneity, etc.)
Current Level of Academic Study*
(E.g., Recently Completed Highschool, Undergraduate Student, Recently Completed Undergrad, etc.)
Name of Institution (if applicable)
Program of Study (if applicable)
Expected Graduation Date (if applicable)

MonthDayYear

Part Two: Short-Answer Questions
Please answer the following short-answer questions in 150 words or less for each:
What motivates you to get involved in politics?*

Please answer in 150 words or less0/150
Describe the experience (employment or volunteer) you have already gained in the field of politics?*

Please answer in 150 words or less0/150
Where do you see yourself in 5 years? What are some of your aspirations, professional and/or otherwise? What steps are you taking currently, outside this fellowship, to reach your goals in five years?*

Please answer in 150 words or less0/150
What do you hope to gain from taking part in this fellowship? How do you think this experience will help you in achieving your professional goals?*

Please answer in 150 words or less0/150
What does anti-racism/anti-oppression work mean to you? What are the two or three major racial inequities that concern you? How do you see yourself playing a role in addressing those racial inequities? *

Please answer in 150 words or less0/150
What strengths do you bring to the fellowship and how do you think you can help strengthen the fellowship program?*

Please answer in 150 words or less0/150

Part Three: Additional Documentation
Please provide the following key documents in PDF format:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter: please describe to us your skills and experience, your interests, and what you hope to get out of the fellowship/expectations (1-page maximum)
3. Three professional references, including one from any political work or volunteering: please provide the full name, professional/job title, their relationship to applicant, email, and a phone number. Please include this in a document.
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MUSLIM YOUTH FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM 2021-2022 COHORT APPLICATION

Part One: Personal Information

Part Two: Short-Answer Questions

Part Three: Additional Documentation