PROGRAM OUTLINE
- The 2024 cohort will gather for an in-person, opening and closing retreat, and will include eight virtual gatherings.
- The 2024 opening retreat will take place from February 8-11, 2024.
- The 2024 mid-point retreat will take place from May 1-5, 2024.
- The 2024 graduation will take place on Sep 18, 2024.
- Virtual Workshops will take place from 3:00-5:00pm PT/ 6:00-8:00pm ET on on Wednesdays January 31, February 21, March 6 & 20, April 3, May 22, June 12, September 18.
GOALS
The goals of this fellowship are to empower participants to:
- Dive deep into introspection, refining and defining their unique leadership ethos.
- Hone a sophisticated and nuanced understanding of intersectionality, elevating their awareness of interconnected identities.
- Engage deeply with esteemed Jewish and Latin educators, absorbing transformative narratives that bridge cultures.
- Forge robust tools for resilience, preparing them to thrive in the face of challenges.
- Strengthen ties with fellow Latin-Jewish leaders, fostering a collaborative and empowered network of changemakers.
OUTCOMES
As a result of participating in this fellowship, participants will gain:
- Access to the PUENTES alumni network of Latin-Jewish change-makers.
- Insight on a wide range of multicultural experiences from the Jewish and Latin communities.
- An understanding of how Jewish and Latin cultures are complementary to one another and can strengthen the way we lead.
- Empowerment with new tools to rise as comprehensive community changemakers, distinguished by a profound aptitude for fostering dialogue and building bridges.
- Direct pathways to local leadership opportunities, tailored to maximize impact and engagement.
FAQ
- What is special about participating in the PUENTES Leadership & Resiliency Fellowship? Unlike other fellowships, PUENTES is a culturally-responsive, culturally-sustaining fellowship designed by and for Latin-Jews. Created with the Latin-Jewish community in mind, this fellowship examines Latin-Jewish intersectionality, elevates Jewish and Latin texts and scholarship, and places a special focus on resiliency building.
- Who is eligible to participate in this fellowship? Anyone who identifies as Jewish and Latino/e/x is eligible to apply to participate in this fellowship.
- Is this fellowship restricted to an age category such as young adults? The PUENTES Leadership & Resiliency Fellowship is open to anyone over the age of 21, and prides itself on being intergenerational.
- How much time should someone set aside for this commitment? This experience begins with an in-person opening retreat and is followed by eight virtual gatherings and an in-person closing retreat.
- Can this fellowship be adapted for a geographical region? Yes, and we have already adapted the experience for the Bay Area and Los Angeles communities.
- What is the cost of participation in this fellowship? Thanks to the generosity of our funders, PUENTES has been made possible with significant subsidization. The contribution for this experience is a sliding scale of $500-$1,000 based on your financial situation. In addition, there will be a stipend provided for travel to and from the retreat according to location and distance. For any questions about this or to explore a scholarship, email us at community@jewtina.org.