http://www.lightstalkers.org/posts/atlas-corps-fellowship-for-non-profit-leaders An entire Lightstalkers thread via RSS/XML. en-us http://www.atlascorps.org/apply.php APPLICATIONS DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 15, 2011. Candidates are encouraged to apply early. Become an Atlas Corps Fellow The Atlas Corps Fellowship is a 12-month professional fellowship offered twice a year (March & September). Fellows serve at Host Organizations located either in the United States or Colombia working on issues that complement their expertise. Fellows learn leadership skills while sharing best practices and supplement daily knowledge with theoretical topics presented in the Atlas Corps Nonprofit Management Series. What is Atlas Corps? Atlas Corps is an international network of nonprofit leaders and organizations that promotes innovation, cooperation, and solutions to address the world's 21st century challenges. Our mission is to address critical social issues by developing leaders, strengthening organizations, and promoting innovation through an overseas fellowship of skilled nonprofit professionals. Profiled as a "best practice" in international exchange by the Brookings Institution and featured in the Washington Post as a model social entrepreneurship program, Atlas Corps engages leaders committed to the nonprofit sector in 12 to 18 month, professional fellowships at organizations to learn best practices, build organizational capacity, and return home to create a network of global changemakers. Wed, 28 Sep 2011 15:23:45 +0000 http://www.lightstalkers.org/posts/atlas-corps-fellowship-for-non-profit-leaders Eligibility: You can apply to become a Fellow if you meet the following minimum requirements: 3 or more years of relevant experience in the nonprofit/NGO/social sector Bachelor's degree or equivalent English Proficiency (oral, writing, reading) 35 or younger Applying to volunteer in a country other than where you are from Commitment to return to your home country after the 12-18 month fellowship. Wed, 28 Sep 2011 15:23:45 +0000 http://www.lightstalkers.org/posts/atlas-corps-fellowship-for-non-profit-leaders#173493