“1,000 Dreamers-1,000 Leaders” is a binational program created with the goal of empowering the Dreamer population in the US and Mexico. This program is designed to take place over a 5 year period, benefiting 200 Dreamers each year by providing them with personalized one-on-one mentoring, online training to develop key soft skills and networking opportunities.

The program offers:

• One year of personalized one-on-one mentoring by an experienced professional committed to guide and prepare Dreamers towards the start of their professional careers
•  Online training content to develop key soft skills required for professional success
•  Networking events to provide Dreamers with the opportunity to meet additional mentors and build professional contacts as well as fellow Dreamers.
•  Alumni Network to build an active and engaged community of Dreamers and Mentors

Here are the eligibility requirements:

For Mentors

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience
• Willingness to engage network of professional contacts in support of their mentee
• Sensitivity to the challenges faced by Dreamers
• Commitment to meet with mentee at least once a month during the year-long program

For Dreamers

• Students currently enrolled in a higher education institution expecting to graduate during or after the 2016-2017 academic year
• Reside in the United States or Mexico
• Self-identify as a Dreamer or Undocumented Immigrant of Latino origin
• Commitment to meet with mentor at least once a month during the year-long program
• Commitment to complete the Program’s training modules and attend networking events
• Submit an online application to participate in the program

The deadline to apply is February 22, 2016

For more information, and to apply, please visit their official website: 1,000 Dreamers – 1,000 Leaders

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