Florida Collegiate Consortium

The Unite for Change Florida Collegiate Consortium aims to empower college students throughout the state to create positive social change in their communities that will reduce sexual violence. The Consortium seeks to unite exceptional campus leaders who can impact change throughout their campus community and are driven to help create a cultural shift across the state of Florida. Through their vision and with the support of Unite for Change and assigned mentors, students will share ideas, suggest solutions and make plans to reduce sexual violence on college campuses throughout the state of Florida.

Why college students?

The collegiate population has the greatest opportunity to effectively shift the culture. In a small period of time, groups can successfully organize and impact their campus population. If given the tools, support and opportunity to unite they have the ability to create a community with zero tolerance for sexual violence.

How will this work?

Unite for Change will help develop a network of exceptional student leaders and professionals throughout the state. The consortium will formally connect members once a month to provide tools and resources to help them address sexual violence within their campus community. Students will be assigned a mentor who is a skilled professional currently serving in the field of anti-violence, student health and wellness, women's issues, law enforcement, etc. The consortium will provide student leaders a neutral and confidential environment to openly discuss challenges and seek solutions as well as share accomplishments.

Who should apply to be a board member?

Any student attending college in Florida who can say yes to the following:

Do you want to help reduce sexual violence on your campus?
Do you believe you can make a lasting difference?
Are you contributing to your campus community as a student leader?
Do you want to leave your campus better than you found it?

What are the minimal expectations for Consortium Board Members?

Commit to a one year term (July 2010 - July 2011)
Attend monthly meeting via phone or webinar
Serve as a Florida Collegiate Consortium Ambassador to your campus community
Attend statewide annual meeting

What will I get in return?

The chance to help shape a revolutionary leadership program designed to reduce violence.

How do I apply and when can I start?

Unite for Change is actively seeking remarkable students to begin serving in July of 2010. Please follow the application instructions below and submit your information via e-mail. The application process is open until May 5, 2010 unless otherwise noted.

Application Instructions:

To apply, please include detailed answers to the questions below in an e-mail along with a cover letter, resumé and two references to:

Email: info@uniteforchange.com
Subject: Florida Collegiate Consortium Application

What motivated you to apply to be a part of the Florida Collegiate Consortium?
If selected, what do you hope to gain from this experience?
List three leadership qualities you possess and provide examples of how you have exercised these strengths.
Share an example of a time when you experienced a leadership challenge. How did you handle the obstacles you faced? What was the outcome?