Assembly Fellowship Program

Launched in 2020, the Assembly Fellowship program serves as a window to deeper engagement with Recess and expanded creative fields, while strengthening self-determination, advocacy, and self-actualization.

Eligibility:

• Ages 18-26
• Must have successfully completed Assembly Peer Leadership program
• Must exhibit passionate and deep commitment to Assembly

Program Details:

• Duration: 1 full year (September through August)
• Time Commitment: 16 hours per week of Recess-related work
• Compensation: On Recess payroll, compensated at staff level
• Additional Support: Snacks and metrocards provided

Program Philosophy:

• Rooted in a "Purpose Path" methodology developed by Rasu Jilani
• Defines a trajectory tailored to the narrative participants see for their future
• Strengthens self-determination, advocacy, and self-actualization
• Serves as a springboard toward personal definition of success and stability

Opportunities & Elements:

• Access to all Assembly electives
• Self-designed schedule with onsite and offsite partnerships
• Open studio time to advance creative practice
• Community safety workshops and advocacy campaigns
• Portfolio development
• Collective resourcing
• Arthandling experience
• Co-created projects with Session artists
• Ongoing leadership opportunities across Assembly
• Session x Assembly collaborations
• Weekly Collective Resourcing for community care and healing
• Abolition & Community Safety Workshops (facilitation opportunities)

How to Apply

1. Prerequisite: Must have successfully completed Assembly Peer Leadership program
2. Selection: Select Peer Leaders with demonstrated passionate and deep commitment to Assembly are invited to transition into the fellowship
3. Process: Interested participants should express interest to Assembly staff
4. Contact: info@recessart.org or (585) 443-3586 for more information