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How to Apply for BLACK RURAL ORGANIZER–IN-TRAINING - Pacific Region & Northwest Region CA, NV, UT, CO, AZ, NM & WA, OR, ID, MT, WY

at The Chisholm Legacy Project: A Resource Hub for Black Frontline Climate Justice Leadership

🏢 About The Chisholm Legacy Project: A Resource Hub for Black Frontline Climate Justice Leadership

The Chisholm Legacy Project is a unique resource hub dedicated to advancing Black frontline climate justice leadership, rooted in the Just Transition Framework. Working here means contributing to a mission that connects Black communities with resources to transform society from extractivism to a living economy, centering community-led planning and regenerative systems.

About This Role

As a Black Rural Organizer-in-Training, you will be part of a cohort of entry-level organizers committed to serving rural Black communities in the Pacific and Northwest regions. This role involves constant travel within your assigned region to build relationships, support community-led planning, and help frontline leaders navigate the path from vision to action. It's an impactful opportunity to be at the grassroots level of climate justice, directly fostering systemic change.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve traveling to a rural community to meet with local leaders, facilitating a workshop on climate resilience, or participating in a virtual training session with the national team. You'll spend time building relationships, listening to community concerns, and helping to connect them with resources and strategies for action.

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🎯 Who The Chisholm Legacy Project: A Resource Hub for Black Frontline Climate Justice Leadership Is Looking For

  • Entry-level candidate with a passion for climate justice and racial equity, and a willingness to learn and grow.
  • Must reside in one of the listed states (CA, NV, UT, CO, AZ, NM, WA, OR, ID, MT, WY) and be willing to travel constantly within that region.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to connect with diverse rural communities and build trust.
  • Commitment to the principles of Just Transition, community-led planning, and the mission of the Chisholm Legacy Project.

📝 Tips for Applying to The Chisholm Legacy Project: A Resource Hub for Black Frontline Climate Justice Leadership

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In your resume and cover letter, explicitly state which region you reside in and your willingness to travel constantly within it.

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Highlight any experience, even volunteer or academic, with community organizing, climate justice, or racial equity initiatives.

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Tailor your application to emphasize your understanding of Just Transition and why it resonates with you personally.

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Demonstrate your ability to work remotely and independently, as the role requires self-motivation and travel.

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Research the Chisholm Legacy Project's past initiatives and mention specific ones in your application to show genuine interest.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your deep commitment to climate justice and racial equity, and how it aligns with the Chisholm Legacy Project's mission.", "Your understanding of the Just Transition Framework and why it's important for Black rural communities.", "Your connection to the region you're applying for, and your ability to navigate rural areas and build relationships.", 'Your eagerness to learn and grow as an organizer-in-training, and how this role fits into your career goals.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Research the Chisholm Legacy Project's founder, Dr. Beverly Wright, and her work in environmental justice.
  • → Look into the Just Transition Framework and its principles, especially as applied to Black communities.
  • → Read about the specific climate justice issues affecting rural Black communities in your region (e.g., agricultural impacts, energy poverty).
  • → Review the project's past campaigns or programs to understand their approach and impact.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Why are you interested in climate justice and specifically in working with Black rural communities?
2 How do you understand the Just Transition Framework, and how would you apply it in your organizing work?
3 Describe a time you built relationships with people from diverse backgrounds or in a community setting.
4 How do you handle the challenges of constant travel and remote work? Can you give an example of self-motivation?
5 What do you hope to achieve as an organizer-in-training, and how does this role contribute to larger systemic change?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't submit a generic application that doesn't address the specific region or the focus on Black rural communities.
  • Avoid emphasizing a desire to work remotely for convenience; instead, focus on your passion for the mission.
  • Don't overlook the entry-level requirement; if you have extensive experience, explain why you're still a good fit for this training role.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

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Application Review

1-2 weeks

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Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

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Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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