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NCYL is interested in applicants with a demonstrated commitment to child advocacy, poverty law and/or juvenile justice. In particular, candidates for sponsorship should have a keen interest in advocacy for poor, vulnerable and incarcerated children.
Founded in 1970, the National Center for Youth Law is a non-profit organization whose mission is to improve the lives of children and adolescents affected by poverty and mass incarceration through systemic reform. The Center engages in litigation, policy and administrative advocacy, and public education to improve systems of care for children and to reduce over-incarceration of youth. The Center also provides assistance to other child advocates nationwide, conducts trainings, and publishes a legal journal.
NCYL focuses its work in four areas:
· Safety and protection of abused and neglected children
· Health and mental health care
· Juvenile Justice
· Education for children in foster care
Candidates do not need to have a specific fellowship project in mind. We will work with fellowship candidates to develop appropriate project ideas. NCYL has an excellent track record in receiving Skadden and Equal Justice Works Fellowships.
If you are interested in applying for a Skadden, Equal Justice Works, Soros, or other fellowships with NCYL, please submit the following to Larry Nguyen (lnguyen(at)youthlaw.org) by July 8, 2011:
· Cover letter expressing your interest
· Resume;
· A list of three references;
· Writing sample; and
· Unofficial transcript
If you would like additional information about the National Center for Youth Law or the application procedure, please visit our website at www.youthlaw.org or contact Larry Nguyen, Assistant Administrator, at (510) 835-8098 ext. 3046 or lnguyen(at)youthlaw.org.
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