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Project

Professional Fellows Program for Inclusive Civic Engagement

Center:

AZ-Sonoran UCEDD

Fiscal Year:

2026

Contact Information:

Jacy Farkas
[email protected]
520-626-2207

Project Description:

The Sonoran Center serves as a host site for the professional fellows program funded by the US Department of State for emerging leaders in east Africa to exchange and implement best practices for inclusive civic engagement. The fellow completes a 4-week fellowship at our Center to engage with staff and community partners to inform the implementation of a follow on project in the fellow's home country. The host mentor works closely with the fellow to provide professional development and learning opportunities, as well as foster cultural exchange and understanding of disability within a global context. There is also an opportunity for an "outbound" experience for the host mentor to visit and support the fellow during their follow on project in their home country.

Keyword(s):

mentoring, leadership, international

Core Function(s):

Developing & Disseminating Information, Continuing Education/Community Training

Area of Emphasis

Other - Cultural Diversity, Other - Leadership

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals, Adults with Disabilities

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Racial or Ethnic Minorities

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

International