SEMI Program Application Form

SEMI Program Overview:
Receive financial assistance to advance your personal, professional, and organizational development goals while contributing meaningfully to a social solidarity economy project!

Successful applicants will be given a $1000 honorarium and matched with a mentor! SEMI program recipients are expected to contribute at least 50 hours towards the development of their project through this program.

Upcoming Application Deadlines:

- April 30th, 2025

If you have any questions about the program don't hesitate to reach out to the Program Coordinator, Hannah Ostiguy Hopp at programs@solidarityeconomy.ca
Personal Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
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Address*

Street Address

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
What are your personal pronouns?

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What languages are you proficient in?*

English (Oral & Written)French OralFrench WrittenOther
Project Information
Project Title *
How many team members are involved with the project?*
Project Website/Social Media link(s), if applicable.
Briefly describe the proposed project. If possible, please also elaborate on the project’s values, guiding principles, and current focus. *
How long have you been organizing? What stage is the project in? *
Briefly explain which communities you aim to serve with this project and how this project is intended to impact marginalized communities? *
Briefly explain how the project will contribute to a net-zero economy. How is the project integrating the three pillars (i.e., social, economic, environmental) of sustainability into its operations? *
Have you secured any additional financial support for your project? If so, from where and how much have you been awarded?*
Mentorship Experience
I am currently proficient in (Select all that apply):*

Financial management & accountingGrant writing & fundraisingProject managementHuman resources managementIncorporation, policy & bylaw developmentPresenting, Pitching & Public speakingCommunity organizing & campaigningCommunications & social mediaLong-form writing & journalismResearch & analytical skillsDesign & creative skillsEvent & volunteer coordinationWeb development, programming & codingOther
I would like to develop skills in the following fields (top 3 choices):*

Financial management & accountingGrant writing & fundraisingProject managementHuman resources managementIncorporation, policy & bylaw developmentPresenting, Pitching & Public speakingCommunity organizing & campaigningCommunications & social mediaLong-form writing & journalismResearch & analytical skillsDesign & creative skillsEvent & volunteer coordinationWeb development, programming & codingLeadership & strategic thinkingTime management & project management prioritizationCollaboration & partnership developmentOther
What are your personal and professional development goals in applying to this program? (e.g., networking, project management, community organizing and campaigning, web development)*
Specifically, what project goals would you like to have reached by the end of your SEMI Program mentorship?*
Desired timeline of involvement in the SEMI program? (beginning/end date)*
Are you able to meet (remotely) with a mentor at least 5 times within your desired timeline?*

Yes, DefinitelyYes, ProbablyProbably notNo
How did you learn about the SEMI program?

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