Grassroots Leaders Project

Up to 30 student teams around the country will join the new Grassroots Leaders Project for the 2011-2012 school year.  Anyone who is  serious about making real change on his or her campus &  has demonstrated an ability to do so is encouraged to apply!

 To apply, fill out this application and send to katie.blanchard@gmail.com, along with a current resume.



What you’ll do:

• **Lead an ambitious real food campaign on your campus**
• Participate in a National Working Group—collaborating with other student leaders across the country on topics of interest
• Participate in a Regional Leadership Team—contributing to local event planning and outreach to student groups at nearby schools
• Identify campus funding sources to support student programming and real food activities

All Grassroots Leaders will receive:

• Attendance at a Summer Regional Leadership Institute
• Support developing and implementing a real food campaign plan
• Possible travel opportunities to national and regional conferences
• Recognition in local and national media
• Connection, mentorship, and collaboration with a community of leaders

You’ll be a good candidate if you are:

• Self-motivated and eager to make real change for real food on your campus
• Committed to economic justice, anti-racism, student power and contributing to a movement
• Passionate about sustainable food issues and food justice
• Willing to learn, be flexible, and be constructively critical of yourself and others
• Excited to actively contribute to the Grassroots Leaders community
• Note: Each team may consist of 1-3 members, with one person serving as point for the team

Is it a good match for you?  Applicants will be chosen based on:

• An Ambitious Goal: Does your team have a bold campaign to change their campus food system?  Do they have commitment and time to see it through?
• Leadership Team: Do you have a strong group of student leaders driving forward the real food campaign on your campus?
• Community Support: Does your team have the support of at least 1 sponsoring faculty member or staff person and at least 2 outside student activists/community leaders (we can assist you in identifying allies)?
• Growth Potential: Do you have room to learn and develop your own leadership by being a part of the Grassroots Leaders Project?