WHAT IS THE ELLA FELLOWSHIP?

The ELLA Fellowship — named for social activist Ella Baker — stands for Engage, Learn, Lead and Act. It’s a year-long program offering in-depth project development experience as Fellows bring to life a meaningful, ambitious social justice project in their community.

THE GOALS OF THE FELLOWSHIP ARE TO:

  • Enhance fellows’ resourcefulness, creativity, and confidence as leaders in their community

  • Deepen their project management and presentation skills

  • Expand their portfolio as a gateway to future leadership opportunities

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

Young women and gender-expansive youth ages 18 - 22 (yes, high school Seniors are eligible!) who are based in New York or New Jersey within 2 hours from NYC. There are no academic or skill criteria for admission into our programs.

If you have any questions, or would like to discuss whether you meet the guidelines above, we’re happy to talk. Please reach out to Ariluz Quiñones at ariana@sadienash.org.

If you’re in high school, check out our Action Project fellowship opportunity!

HOW DO YOU APPLY?

The application cycle for the ELLA Fellowship is currently closed. This page will be updated in the Fall of 2024 with information about our next cycle.

If you have any questions or want to learn more, we’re happy to talk. Please reach out to Ariluz Quiñones at ariana@sadienash.org.

MORE INFORMATION

  • The fellowship runs from October to June

  • They meet for monthly retreats to participate in skill training and receive support from peers and SNLP staff. Retreats are generally held in person, alternating between locations in NYC and Newark.

  • Between retreats, fellows have regular check-in calls with their ELLA facilitators to track progress

  • Fellows receive an $1,200 stipend to bring their project to life

What Do Nashers Say About It?

“Sadie Nash taught me to preserve. The program has a way of pushing you beyond what you’re comfortable with. My ELLA project hit a lot of bumps and, at first, I didn’t think I’d be able to see it through. But I learned how to strategize and follow up with people. If you want things to happen, you have to be proactive. My advice to other young women is to be open to change. If you want to do big things, don’t be afraid to be uncomfortable. Those are the moments when you grow.”

— ELLA Fellow