Reformers Without Borders Fellowship Program

Geographic Scope: Ukraine (Odessa region)

Program Overview:
A short-term exchange program that brings fellows from the United States and other countries to Ukraine to work on building a bridge of trust between local governing bodies and citizens.

Mission

Build a bridge of trust between government and civil society in Ukraine by increasing communication and combining efforts of governing bodies (local and central) and civil society.

Background

Razom founder and president Lyuba Shipovich and board member Natalia Shyrba moved to Odessa in late August 2015 to volunteer with regional and district administrations in implementing IT tools. The team identified key challenges:

• Lack of trust and communication between citizens and government
• Solutions often existed but connections between government entities and civic groups were missing
• Citizens willing to help didn't know how to engage
• Civic group ideas and solutions weren't reaching government offices

Focus Areas

• Civil society development
• Collaborating with local governments
• Reforming/nation building
• Cultural experience working abroad
• Working in international NGO
• Project management

Fellow Roles

Supporters: Provide support to local project leads using global connections and best practices from around the world

Connectors: Maintain relationships with government workers, civic organizations, local activists, and businesses to promote working relationships and information exchange

Promoters: Showcase implementation processes and provide civil society with information on how to work with government

Program Details

Duration: 3 months

Location: Odessa region, Ukraine

Coverage: Travel, living expenses, plus stipend

Selection Criteria

Looking for "the best and brightest" - successful, dynamic fellows

Contact/More Information:

• Website: reformerswithoutborders.org
• Apply through: razomforukraine.org

How to Apply

1. Visit reformerswithoutborders.org for the application portal
2. Submit application materials (specific requirements found on their website)
3. Selection focuses on finding dynamic, successful candidates with potential to drive reform

Partnership Opportunities

Organizations can also become Reformers Without Borders Partners in the areas of:

• Marketing
• Recruitment
• Fundraising

Learn more at reformerswithoutborders.org (How to Help section)