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CHANGE YOUR PERSPECTIVE. CHANGE THE WORLD.

CHANGE THE WORLD ONE FELLOW AT A TImE.

OUR “BIG IDEA” At Atlas Corps, our Big Idea is to Change the World

by developing leaders, promoting innovation, and

strengthening organizations through an overseas

Fellowship of skilled nonprofit professionals.

We are an international network of the world’s

outstanding nonprofit leaders and organizations

working together to address critical social issues such

as civic engagement, education, environment,

health, housing, poverty, and youth development.

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International Fellowships

through our international Fellowship program,

Atlas Corps recruits the best of the world’s rising

leaders and places them with Host organizations in

the United states for 12 to 18 months. Fellows

dedicate their talents to Host organizations to

help them fulfill their missions with an enhanced

global perspective.

We base our Big Idea on three key principles:

1. talent in the world is evenly distributed, but

opportunity is not.

2. No individual society has a monopoly on

good ideas.

3. Visa and financial hurdles should not prevent

international professionals from volunteering abroad.

. WHAT’S YOUR ORGANIzATION’S BIG IDEA?

What is your organization’s mission and how can we

help? let us connect you to our talented leaders from

overseas to help achieve your organization’s vision.

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WHO WE ARE Founded in 2006, Atlas Corps addresses the urgent

need to develop networked leaders throughout the

nonprofit world.

our Big Idea of change is simple: the most effective

way to address critical social issues is to empower

nonprofit leaders and to engage them in outstanding

organizations where they can apply their talents.

Our Programs

our Fellows augment current staff at leading U.s.

Host organizations addressing social issues that

complement their expertise. While serving at Host

organizations, Fellows enroll in an ongoing leadership

development program, the Atlas Corps Nonprofit

Management Series. placements at the Host

organization are for 12 to 18 months.

World Class Host Organizations

Atlas Corps Host organizations include some of the

most renowned organizations in the world:

- Ashoka

- GlobalGiving

- Grameen Foundation

- Habitat for Humanity

- points of light Institute / Hands on Network

- refugees International

- special olympics

- susan G. Komen for the Cure

- UN Foundation

- U.s. peace Corps

* For a full list see the Host Organization card in back

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Atlas Corps values the full exchange of ideas and working as global citizens and puts focus on not only what the Fellows get out of the experience, but also what the Host Organizations can learn from the Fellows. -Vithika Yadav, Fellow, India, served at Free the Slaves

A LEADING GLOBAL FELLOWSHIP

We don’t just take anyone. We accept only 2.5% of

our applicants. our Fellows already have 2 to 10

years of experience in areas such as fundraising,

monitoring and evaluation, program development, and

social media. All are college graduates, fluent in

English; 65% of them possess a postgraduate

education. they range in age from 23 to 35 years old

(the average Fellow age is 29 years old). they

represent every major religion, five continents, and

diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Recognition by Industry Leaders

• A best practice in international exchange –

profile by The Brookings Institution in its 2009 policy

Brief, “International Volunteer Service: A Smart Way

to Build Bridges”

• A Model social Entrepreneurship program –

The Washington Post, “The Nonprofit Entrepreneur”,

March 16, 2009

• A top 10 International Volunteer Exchange program –

U.S. Center for Citizen Diplomacy

• one of the top DC nonprofits –

Center for Nonprofit Advancement EXCEl Award

Proven Value

• Directly hiring nonprofit professionals with similar

educational and on-the-job experience would cost

an organization almost twice the amount of receiving

an Atlas Corps Fellow

• Host organizations receive a Fellow with an average

of 5 years experience and a postgraduate degree for

less than the cost of an entry-level employee

• Many Host organizations have hired their

Atlas Corps Fellow back in their home countries

• Host organizations are connected with our

worldwide network of like-minded organizations

Innocent Onah (Fellow, Nigeria, served at the UN Foundation) with Yonas Asfaw (Fellow, Ethiopia, served at Population Action International)

We are a small organization with a very tight budget. We also have an international mission. So the opportunity to host an International Fellow, who is qualified and can provide a staffing need at a low cost was very attractive. Atlas Corps does a very good job of finding candidates who fit the job description of the organization. -David Morrissey, Executive Director, United States International Council on Disabilities (USICD)

HOW ATLAS CORPS IS DIFFERENT We recognize the Challenges that

face Host Organizations and Fellows.

So part of our Big Idea is providing

solutions that help them both overcome

these challenges.

The Challenge:

Host organizations need experienced

staff that can hit the ground running from

day one.

The Solution:

our Fellows are seasoned professionals

with 2 to 10 years of experience. this

experience enables a Fellow to assume

a more senior role and to be a valuable

addition to the Host organization from the

first day. Unlike other fellowships, where

participants are young and untested, our

Fellows bring unique insights. they are

already experienced professionals in their

countries, involved in the day-to-day

planning and implementation of social

programs and are ready to overcome

cultural and perspective barriers to

collaborate across international borders. In

addition, the long-term structure of the

Fellowship allows them to become a

full-time contributor to the team.

the Atlas Corps Nonprofit Management

Series provides an opportunity for

peer-to-peer learning through interaction

with other Fellows, mentors and active

leaders in the nonprofit world. this

professional development fosters a learning

community where Fellows bring questions

and issues to the table, bounce ideas off

their peers and mentors, and share an

even broader perspective with their Host

organizations, and ultimately to the global

nonprofit sector.

the challenges of bringing these

professionals into the country require

substantial effort including paperwork,

logistics and associated costs.

All of which can create delays to mission-

critical work. our solution is our process:

1. Recruitment

Atlas Corps handles all recruiting and due

diligence efforts, while engaging with the

Host organization to ensure the best

match. We recruit for specific positions

using the Host organization’s description.

We identify 3 to 4 vetted candidates for the

Host organization to interview. If the Host

organization finds the right match, they

offer the position to the candidate.

2. Logistics

During the entire process, Atlas Corps

handles the logistics, including visa,

flight, travel, health insurance, taxes, living

stipend, training, end of service award,

and ongoing support. Host

organizations pay a cost share and

provide Fellow supervision.

Katya Garcia (Fellow, Mexico, served at the U.S. Peace Corps)

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We are passionate about data and evaluation at Atlas Corps

to make sure that we are achieving our mission of developing leaders and strengthening Host Organizations. There are powerful stories of Fellows who have gone back home to start their organizations, but the real impact is measured in the cumulative impact of hundreds of Fellows, reaching thousands of people, with decades of their careers ahead of them. -Manmeet Mehta, Board Member

Samah Mansur (Fellow, Egypt, served at the International Centre for Missing and Exploited Children)

A VERIFIABLE RETURN ON INVESTmENT (ROI) Host Organizations, like everyone, consistently

operate under budget constraints.

The Challenge:

Host organizations consistently tell us that budget

constraints limit bringing diverse perspectives and

expertise to their team.

Our Solution:

It is our roI – Fellows represent an approximately 50%

savings when compared to hiring a full-time person of

the same caliber and experience. this winning

strategy, combined with the opportunity to have an

experienced, international Fellow on the team for

12 to 18 months, is key to their decision to host a Fellow.

The Benefits for a Host Organization

1. Diversify current team with a talented,

international Fellow.

2. Increase organizational capacity and extend

global reach.

3. reduce overhead (senior experience at a cost

share lower than an average entry-level salary).

ours is a cross-educational model: Host

organizations teach their Fellows about U.s. best

practices; Fellows share international “on-the-ground”

perspectives with their Host organization; and Atlas

Corps provides the structure to make it happen. At

the end of the 12 to 18 month program, Fellows return

home, inspired to make a difference.

We are a family of socially responsible

organizations with a Big Idea

By Changing the perspectives of Fellows and Host

organizations, we can Change the World.

GOT A BIG IDEA?

Find out how our Fellows can advance your

organization’s Big Idea. there is no cost or

commitment required to consider candidates.

Describe your ideal profile, interview candidates,

and select your Fellow. By working together we

can pool our resources to Change the World!

Contact us at partners@atlascorps.org or 1-888-694-6164 to learn more.

A generous grant from the taproot Foundation supported the creative process and production of this brochure. Taproot Foundation team:

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A generous grant from the taproot Foundation supported the creative process and production of this brochure. Taproot Foundation team:

Howard Diener Account Director I Marci Allison Marketing Manager I Mark Ginter Project Manager tony richards Photographer I sheldon reiffenstein Copywriter I roger Everhart Designer

Becky NerimaAtlas Corps Fel low from Uganda

“The world is experiencing so manysocial economic changes. We need toshare our knowledge and train morepeople. Taking on a Fellow not onlystrengthens the organization with askilled nonprofit professional, italso provides an opportunity to buildone’s capacities, to advance yourcause in the nonprofit sector, and mostimportant, to have a positive effect onpeople’s lives.”

My Host Organization: CORE Group My Passion: To Fight HIV/AIDS

My Story I am motivated by working with womenand girls living with HIV/AIDs, and bytraining and supporting youths as theyrealize their sexual and reproductivehealth rights in the community. I recognize the challenges in developing reproductive educationprograms and in calling for improvedknowledge and skills for professionals,like me. through my work, I havegained in-depth knowledge on HIV/AIDs advocacy and the development, implementation, and evaluation of health and development projects.

What I have learned from Atlas Corps I developed lasting personal andprofessional relationships. I learned about people from all walks of life, different environments, cultures and industries. I plan to use the new skills and knowledge I acquired totransform my community, helpchange lives, and advocate forcommunity health needs, and thestrengthening of the health systemin Uganda.

How I will change the world I have been given a great opportunity to serve at an incredible Host organization and join more than 100 nonprofit leaders from 30 different countries. this experience taught me great skills and lessons that I can take back home, and it also gave me a broader perspective of the world and greater confidence in my ability to change the world.

My Big Idea Improve the conditions of women and children in Uganda affected by HIV/AIDs, and advocate within the government and international communities to provide appropriate solutions to solve this global problem.

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May KosbaAtlas Corps Fel low from Egypt

“Independence and self-exploration areloaded with responsibility and self-reliancetechniques (you have to master). Therewill be very sad days and there will bevery happy days, just remember that everything happens for a reason. The most important activity is to enjoy every moment because it’s a learning moment.”

My Host Organization: Volunteers for Economic Growth Alliance (VEGA) My Passion: Social Activism

My Story I came to the U.s. only a few monthsafter participating in the Egyptian revolution. It almost didn’t makesense leaving the country when thechange was already happening andI could be part of it. though, I have always wanted to experience independence far from home and to see to what extent my tolerance and resilience can go. the Atlas Corps Fellowship provided the opportunity to push myself, which I know will help my country in the long run.

What I have learned from Atlas Corps the Fellowship provides a greatopportunity to present one’s cultureand learn about others, gain aninternational experience in my field,learn best practices to apply back home, and hopefully start my own initiative. this year has been the most challenging in my entire personal and professional life. I have grown a lot and discovered new talents and capabilities that I never knew that I possessed.

How I will change the world I will change the world by continuing my social activism journey, challenge stereotypes, and change behaviors on a grass root level. I have been successful at using social media to change attitudes and make a difference. I’m currently working on business development strategies in the youth and workforce field. I am also considering launching an inter-religious (Muslim - Christian) peace organization with another Atlas Corps Fellow.

My Big Idea to stand my ground and keepfighting for what I think is right. I plan to start an initiative that either addresses unemployment or one that promotes inter-religious dialogue in Egypt.

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Dr. Mohammed AbdallaAtlas Corps Fel low from Sudan

“Atlas Corps is an amazing opportunitythat is both challenging and worthwhile!You will get a skilled, experienced Fellowwho will enrich the organization, and bringnew insights and ideas.”

My Host Organization: Susan G. Komen for the Cure

My Passion: Wellness in Small Communities

My Story As a doctor, I have a strong medical and public health background andin-the-field experience in researchand capacity building at acommunity level.

What I have learned from Atlas Corps I am serving with susan G. Komen for the Cure on their Global programs. My focus is on the African projects concerned with leveraging already existing platforms to deliver breast andcervical cancer services. As an Atlas Corps Fellow I participated in many trainings that taught me the skills of how to be a nonprofit leader, including fundraising, social media and monitoring and evaluation. I learned a tremendous amount from the training days, from my fellow Fellows, and from my outstanding Host organization.

How I will change the world I want to return to sudan and continue my work with nonprofits. I want to take my medical training and apply the nonprofit leadership lessons that I have learned. I want to address challenges with the perspectives of professionals from the U.s. as well as those who I would be serving back in sudan.

My Big Idea I am still developing my Big Idea, but this experience in the U.s. has allowed me to grow personally and professionally. I now have a larger vision for what I can achieve. I hope to share experiences in the U.s. with experts at home in the field in a place where the sky is the limit!

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Renata ChilvarquerAtlas Corps Fel low from Brazi l

“This is a great experience for the HostOrganization. It is also a way to contribute, in a significant way, to the developmentof nonprofit leaders in the world, while showcasing your organization as a rolemodel and being part of a network of highlevel nonprofit leaders in the world.”

My Host Organization: AshokaU My Passion: Inspiring Entrepreneurs

My Story

prior to coming to the United states, I co-founded the entrepreneurship education initiative at Endeavor Brazil,an international organization thatfosters entrepreneurs in developingcountries. Now, I apply this knowledge at AshokaU—an Ashoka initiative that fosters social entrepreneurship in higher education.

What I have learned from Atlas Corps I learned the value of beingconnected with many engagingleaders around the world and tohave a valuable training experiencethat I can share. I volunteered for the Atlas Corps training Committee to contribute to the development of this innovative curriculum and to ensure it truly engages all the Fellows.

I learned how to fundraise andoutreach to potential new partners, a skill that will be extremely useful for my future endeavors.

How I will change the world I will change the world by starting my own social venture. I am still exploring what my initiative will be, but I have learned the skills at Endeavor, Ashoka and especially Atlas Corps to give me the confidence and training that I need to launch my own organization.

My Big Idea After the Fellowship, I plan to take a leadership position at Endeavor in Brazil where I can apply my Atlas Corps experience. specifically, I will share how a social entrepreneur must think and how that is different from a business entrepreneur. Eventually, I will launch my own social enterprise.

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“The experience is more than worth it.For the Fellows, it will enhance their skills, give them the unique opportunity of working in the nonprofit sector in the United States. Fellows also interact with other young leaders (some of them really achieving positive change) from around the world.”

My Host Organization: Habitat for Humanity International

My Passion: Life-long Learning

Tito Spinola GuiraoAtlas Corps Fel low from Spain

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My Story My mother is an Ashoka Fellow, so I have been raised in a family that is committed to making the world a better place. personally, I have four years of volunteer management experience, especially in coaching and training. As a Fellow, I design learning solutions such as e-learning courses, tutorials, and webinars. Before, I was also a technical coordinator in the field of communications. I now use my graphic design skills to build e-learning courses for Habitat for Humanity.

What I have learned from Atlas Corps prior to becoming a Fellow, I worked with very small organizations. Now, at Habitat for Humanity, I am in a completely different office dynamic. Everyday, I grow both as a person and a professional. Atlas Corps gave me the opportunity to focus on this personal and professional growth. the combination of a challenging Host organization placement, inspiring Fellows, and a professional development training program, has been an incredible opportunity to learn and grow.

How I will change the world

I’m still learning, but I believe thatbefore I leave Habitat for HumanityI am going to be able to design andimplement a basic learning andorganizational Development plan for a nonprofit organization. Also, I will be proficient at a wide range of learning solution programs.

I will have different solutions to common problems that we all face in different ways in our countries and will be in contact with nonprofit young leaders from all around the world.

My Big Idea I’m going back to Europe to continue my career in the nonprofit sector. I plan to contribute to the attainment of the UN Millennium Development Goals.

In the long-term, I want to live insub-saharan Africa. All the best practices that I am learning at Habitat for Humanity and Atlas Corps will help me achieve my personal goals.

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ATLAS CORPS HOST ORGANIzATIONS ARE AmONG THE TOP

“BIG IDEA” INSTITUTIONS IN THE WORLD

- American Jewish World service- AmericasCorEs- AsianAmerican lead- Ashoka- AYUDA- Center for Inspired teaching- CentroNia- Civic Enterprises- CorE Group- Free the slaves- GBCHealth- Global Citizens Network - Global Fairness Initiative - GlobalGiving- Global Kids- Global peace service Alliance

- Grameen Foundation - Habitat for Humanity- HasNa, Inc.- InsideNGo- International Centre for Missing and

Exploited Children- International peace and security Institute- lutheran Immigration and refugee

service- MobileActive.org- Mobilize.org- NCoC- New York Needs You- one World Youth project- oxfam GB- partners of the Americas

- points of light Institute - population Action International - public Health Institute- refugees International- service for peace- special olympics - susan G. Komen for the Cure- technoserve- thinkImpact- UN Foundation- U.s. International Council on Disabilities- U.s. peace Corps- World resources Institute- World Wildlife Fund - Youth service America- Youth Venture

These organizations have all received Atlas Corps Fellows; we invite you to consider partnering with us as well.

To Become a Host Organization 1. Contact Atlas Corps at

partners@atlascorps.org.

2. submit a “position description” for the proposed role for a Fellow in your organization. Atlas Corps selects three candidates for you to consider.

3. review & Interview* pre-screened candidates provided by Atlas Corps.

4. select the candidate you want to become a Fellow and sign the Atlas Corps Host Contract. Atlas Corps takes care of all the visa and travel logistics.

5. Engage the Fellow in full-time service in your organization. Atlas Corps provides the living stipend, health care, taxes, training and end of service award. the Host organization provides supervision and a workstation for the Fellow and the cost share to Atlas Corps.

Value to the Host Organization • Increase organizational capacity with

an experienced professional, without overstraining budget

• Diversify skills, perspective, and knowledge of team

• Extend international reach, without leaving the office

Financial Responsibilities of the Host Organization the Host organization’s sole financialcontribution, or “cost share,” covers approximately 75% of the costs related to each Fellow. the cost share ranges from $27,000 to $30,000 (depending on location) paid to Atlas Corps over the course of 12 months. Atlas Corps is responsible for all otherfinancial obligations to the Fellow.

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To learn more about becoming a Host Organization, visit partners.atlascorps.org and email partners@atlascorps.org.

* There is no cost or commitment to review applications

“One of our best strategic decisions as an

organization is when we decided

to host a Fellow! Our Fellow,

Gbenga Ogunjimi, multiplied

our reach, capacity, and opened

our perspective to new possibilities.”

THANk YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN ATLAS CORPS!

I appreciate you taking the time to learn about our activities. I hope that we can find a way to work together.

Atlas Corps is more than an international exchange program. We are more than a leadership development

program. We are more than a unique way to diversify and strengthen organizations. We are building a global

movement of leaders and organizations who collaborate to address the most critical issues in our society. I like

to call it our “Big Idea.” I invite you to join the movement.

I have had the opportunity to live around the world during my time serving with the U.s. Department of state

and Ashoka. I meet incredible leaders in every country and community I visit. through my travels, I realized that

there was an opportunity to create a multilateral service corps to provide international nonprofit leaders the

opportunity to serve at great organizations in the United states and around the world.

previously, those skilled nonprofit professionals received few opportunities to volunteer in the United states or

to share their perspectives and talents with U.s. organizations. I am proud Atlas Corps, in our first five years,

provided that opportunity to more than 100 nonprofit leaders from 30 different countries, serving at some of the

best organizations in the world.

What’s your Big Idea? Can we send you profiles of candidates to place at your organization?

please contact us at partners@atlascorps.org or 1-888-694-6164. let’s discuss ways we can work together to

solve big challenges in this world.

sincerely,

scott Beale

p.s. Also, I encourage you to “meet” our Fellows. their profiles are online at

http://www.atlascorps.org/current-fellows.php

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