{"id":22253,"date":"2023-05-22T13:57:25","date_gmt":"2023-05-22T17:57:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/?p=22253"},"modified":"2023-05-22T13:58:07","modified_gmt":"2023-05-22T17:58:07","slug":"call-2023-24-tom-fellowship-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/2023\/05\/22\/call-2023-24-tom-fellowship-program\/","title":{"rendered":"CALL: 2023-24 TOM Fellowship Program"},"content":{"rendered":"<p dir=\"ltr\">We are excited to open our applications for the 4th cohort of the TOM Fellowship Program! Apply <a href=\"https:\/\/streaklinks.com\/BhAfeQAX17ECFLZcBg7Bh5A4\/https%3A%2F%2Furldefense.proofpoint.com%2Fv2%2Furl%3Fu%3Dhttp-3A__tomuniversity.org_apply%26d%3DDwMFaQ%26c%3DslrrB7dE8n7gBJbeO0g-IQ%26r%3D9OCNMSpb8L8P8AU71RVrn3BRZIzb06tR2ex9tvF-CS4%26m%3Dyy2uWQeBoqbUFOgXr3goDk-kSZzt4eFElwa40WtaHl5pIO96XFmwKkfN0ANf7hvV%26s%3DV-FVdjZAWT3IH1Y4SSelO5ZRZMsAkrKWWjVT1Midxag%26e%3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/streaklinks.com\/BhAfeQAX17ECFLZcBg7Bh5A4\/https%253A%252F%252Furldefense.proofpoint.com%252Fv2%252Furl%253Fu%253Dhttp-3A__tomuniversity.org_apply%2526d%253DDwMFaQ%2526c%253DslrrB7dE8n7gBJbeO0g-IQ%2526r%253D9OCNMSpb8L8P8AU71RVrn3BRZIzb06tR2ex9tvF-CS4%2526m%253Dyy2uWQeBoqbUFOgXr3goDk-kSZzt4eFElwa40WtaHl5pIO96XFmwKkfN0ANf7hvV%2526s%253DV-FVdjZAWT3IH1Y4SSelO5ZRZMsAkrKWWjVT1Midxag%2526e%253D&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1684855201775000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3uxjakoLnRCFA9d52In3EC\">here<\/a>\u00a0now!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/streaklinks.com\/BhAfeP_QEPDNl0bq_w7K97E-\/https%3A%2F%2Furldefense.proofpoint.com%2Fv2%2Furl%3Fu%3Dhttp-3A__tomuniversity.org_%26d%3DDwMFaQ%26c%3DslrrB7dE8n7gBJbeO0g-IQ%26r%3D9OCNMSpb8L8P8AU71RVrn3BRZIzb06tR2ex9tvF-CS4%26m%3Dyy2uWQeBoqbUFOgXr3goDk-kSZzt4eFElwa40WtaHl5pIO96XFmwKkfN0ANf7hvV%26s%3DkY64FCeY65C3Hqqj58jOcOP2W6cjsQOEJ67kOq8vTS8%26e%3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/streaklinks.com\/BhAfeP_QEPDNl0bq_w7K97E-\/https%253A%252F%252Furldefense.proofpoint.com%252Fv2%252Furl%253Fu%253Dhttp-3A__tomuniversity.org_%2526d%253DDwMFaQ%2526c%253DslrrB7dE8n7gBJbeO0g-IQ%2526r%253D9OCNMSpb8L8P8AU71RVrn3BRZIzb06tR2ex9tvF-CS4%2526m%253Dyy2uWQeBoqbUFOgXr3goDk-kSZzt4eFElwa40WtaHl5pIO96XFmwKkfN0ANf7hvV%2526s%253DkY64FCeY65C3Hqqj58jOcOP2W6cjsQOEJ67kOq8vTS8%2526e%253D&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1684855201775000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2RSyTQ0CtdLfeCgApCWWds\">TOM Fellowship Program<\/a><u>\u00a0<\/u>is a 9-month leadership program that supports exceptional students who want to create open-source, affordable and innovative solutions for people with disabilities and the elderly.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The program focuses on learning by doing through hands-on experience in the intersection of innovation, design, and social impact. Throughout the program, participants deepen their understanding of Human-Centered Design methodologies, the product development process and the world of disabilities, among other topics.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The global nature of the program allows participants to create meaningful interactions with other students from around the world, while learning from the best industry professionals.<\/p>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>Ready to do it? Apply <a href=\"https:\/\/streaklinks.com\/BhAfeQIQEDigIpMmwgDi_vwo\/https%3A%2F%2Furldefense.proofpoint.com%2Fv2%2Furl%3Fu%3Dhttp-3A__tomuniversity.org_apply%26d%3DDwMFaQ%26c%3DslrrB7dE8n7gBJbeO0g-IQ%26r%3D9OCNMSpb8L8P8AU71RVrn3BRZIzb06tR2ex9tvF-CS4%26m%3Dyy2uWQeBoqbUFOgXr3goDk-kSZzt4eFElwa40WtaHl5pIO96XFmwKkfN0ANf7hvV%26s%3DV-FVdjZAWT3IH1Y4SSelO5ZRZMsAkrKWWjVT1Midxag%26e%3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/streaklinks.com\/BhAfeQIQEDigIpMmwgDi_vwo\/https%253A%252F%252Furldefense.proofpoint.com%252Fv2%252Furl%253Fu%253Dhttp-3A__tomuniversity.org_apply%2526d%253DDwMFaQ%2526c%253DslrrB7dE8n7gBJbeO0g-IQ%2526r%253D9OCNMSpb8L8P8AU71RVrn3BRZIzb06tR2ex9tvF-CS4%2526m%253Dyy2uWQeBoqbUFOgXr3goDk-kSZzt4eFElwa40WtaHl5pIO96XFmwKkfN0ANf7hvV%2526s%253DV-FVdjZAWT3IH1Y4SSelO5ZRZMsAkrKWWjVT1Midxag%2526e%253D&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1684855201775000&amp;usg=AOvVaw25KOpWMPjxZyiGcgzstl2w\">here<\/a>\u00a0now!<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><i>Who can apply?<\/i><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Undergrad, grad or PhD students from an accredited institution.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Students with a background in engineering, making, design, therapy, disabilities or other related fields are encouraged to apply.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Community organizing\/ project management experience is encouraged, but not mandatory.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><i>What is the application process?<\/i><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Apply at <a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.proofpoint.com\/v2\/url?u=https-3A__www.tomuniversity.org_apply&amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;c=slrrB7dE8n7gBJbeO0g-IQ&amp;r=9OCNMSpb8L8P8AU71RVrn3BRZIzb06tR2ex9tvF-CS4&amp;m=yy2uWQeBoqbUFOgXr3goDk-kSZzt4eFElwa40WtaHl5pIO96XFmwKkfN0ANf7hvV&amp;s=inWeE83EXZd5Tt9YMPwmtkoGGinf5u5oHrP9D9M7QPI&amp;e=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/urldefense.proofpoint.com\/v2\/url?u%3Dhttps-3A__www.tomuniversity.org_apply%26d%3DDwMFaQ%26c%3DslrrB7dE8n7gBJbeO0g-IQ%26r%3D9OCNMSpb8L8P8AU71RVrn3BRZIzb06tR2ex9tvF-CS4%26m%3Dyy2uWQeBoqbUFOgXr3goDk-kSZzt4eFElwa40WtaHl5pIO96XFmwKkfN0ANf7hvV%26s%3DinWeE83EXZd5Tt9YMPwmtkoGGinf5u5oHrP9D9M7QPI%26e%3D&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1684855201775000&amp;usg=AOvVaw09PcV79g8hBP-4SyCyfHWE\">Tomuniversity.org\/apply<\/a> by June 1st (or May 1st priority deadline)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Relevant applicants are invited to interview with the TOM staff<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Cohort announced on or around June 15th<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><i>What to expect from the Fellowship?<\/i><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Accepted Fellows will be invited to an in-person orientation seminar August 14-16,2023 (dates tbc).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Fellows must attend bi-monthly virtual meetings and workshops<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Fellows are expected to complete a personal TOM project or organize a TOM activity on their campus during their Fellowship year in order to successfully complete the program.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><i>What else do I need to know?<\/i><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">US Participants are awarded a stipend, contingent upon successful completion of the program milestones.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">The TOM Fellowship Program is run by Tikkun Olam Makers (TOM), a non-profit venture that supports a global network of communities dedicated to improving people\u2019s lives by making affordable open-source technology accessible to all. Find out more about TOM <a href=\"https:\/\/streaklinks.com\/BhAfeP_BAUUoAuS79QOSqSdF\/https%3A%2F%2Furldefense.proofpoint.com%2Fv2%2Furl%3Fu%3Dhttp-3A__tomglobal.org_%26d%3DDwMFaQ%26c%3DslrrB7dE8n7gBJbeO0g-IQ%26r%3D9OCNMSpb8L8P8AU71RVrn3BRZIzb06tR2ex9tvF-CS4%26m%3Dyy2uWQeBoqbUFOgXr3goDk-kSZzt4eFElwa40WtaHl5pIO96XFmwKkfN0ANf7hvV%26s%3DvLDGa4cqvMdgXbf_vgA9NccSdKuTwsl_7KMgIA4YRlk%26e%3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/streaklinks.com\/BhAfeP_BAUUoAuS79QOSqSdF\/https%253A%252F%252Furldefense.proofpoint.com%252Fv2%252Furl%253Fu%253Dhttp-3A__tomglobal.org_%2526d%253DDwMFaQ%2526c%253DslrrB7dE8n7gBJbeO0g-IQ%2526r%253D9OCNMSpb8L8P8AU71RVrn3BRZIzb06tR2ex9tvF-CS4%2526m%253Dyy2uWQeBoqbUFOgXr3goDk-kSZzt4eFElwa40WtaHl5pIO96XFmwKkfN0ANf7hvV%2526s%253DvLDGa4cqvMdgXbf_vgA9NccSdKuTwsl_7KMgIA4YRlk%2526e%253D&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1684855201775000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0Ntv6mJHY_X7Oej2s1wvDo\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We are excited to open our applications for the 4th cohort of the TOM Fellowship Program! Apply here\u00a0now! &nbsp; The TOM Fellowship Program\u00a0is a 9-month&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-22253","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-call","entry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22253","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=22253"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22253\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":22254,"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22253\/revisions\/22254"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=22253"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=22253"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=22253"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}