First Gen Empower (FGE) addresses educational inequity by supporting first-generation, low-income, and undocumented students, as well as

their schools, with college and career-readiness programming.

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ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

-eligible for the Dream Act Service Incentive Grant (DSIG) program

-third or fourth year college student

-based in the Los Angeles area

-a strong writer and researcher

-able to attend in-person events when needed (transportation costs covered)

-passionate about immigrants' rights and education issues

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POSITION OVERVIEW:

-Conduct research on policy issues affecting first-generation and undocumented college students.

-Create and update materials for our live trainings, workshops, and consulting projects.

-Assist in drafting and submitting grant applications.

-Develop and maintain relationships with partner organizations.

-Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for ongoing projects.

-Develop and post on social media to expand outreach.

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