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Tell us who you are and where you are in your journey.
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You must be 20 or older.
Five short essays. Aim for 250 to 300 words each. Be honest and specific. There are no right answers.
Tell us about yourself. What drives you to create positive change, and how has that shown up in your life so far?
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Describe a challenge that disproportionately affects women in your community. What would you contribute to addressing it?
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Describe a time you demonstrated leadership, initiative, or creative problem-solving. What happened, and what did you learn about yourself?
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Why do you want to join the Rising Leaders Program? What do you hope to gain, and what do you hope to contribute to the cohort?
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What impact do you hope to make in the next two to five years? Where are you going, and what role will leadership play in getting you there?
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Your recommendation should come from a teacher, employer, mentor, or community leader who can speak to your character, potential, and commitment.
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