CORO

The Fellows Program in Public Affairs


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Deadline to apply for 2010-2011 class:
January 22, 2010

The Coro Fellows Program in Public Affairs (FPPA), a nine-month, full-time, graduate-level leadership training program, prepares young professionals for effective and ethical leadership in the public affairs arena.

Coro Fellows learn to:

  • Build consensus among multiple interests
  • Communicate with members of diverse communities and sectors
  • Analyze resources, constituencies, and goals
  • Understand the subtleties of group process and decision-making

The program runs from September through May and takes place in Los Angeles, New York, Pittsburgh, San Francisco, and St. Louis. 68 diverse Coro Fellows are chosen who have demonstrated leadership within their school, professional, or local communities and have an interest in public affairs.

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What Is Going On With the Fellows Program

Coro Fellows Engage the SFUSD
During the second week of September, the new class of Coro Fellows spent four days examining the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD). They met with elected officials, school administrators, labor representatives, teachers, principals, students, and parents. They visited school sites and attended a school board meeting. After synthesizing all they learned, they made a public report on Change and Innovation in the SFUSD. See what an SFUSD parent had to say about their presentation. Read more »

Coro Fellows Contribute to the Government
On September 15th, the Fellows began their month-long government sector field placements. They are working on a wide variety of projects at diverse institutions from local, regional, state, and national agencies. From environmental policy and legislation to technological innovation, the Fellows are working closely with their Field Faculty to make a positive impact on the functioning and effectiveness of government, finding new and innovative ways for government to plan for the future and connect with citizens. Coro thanks our government placement Field Faculty for contributing to the Fellows’ growth and learning! Read More »