The Curtis Scholarship, by Global Citizen Ambassador and Pearl Jam manager Kelly Curtis

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Pearl Jam

 Sunday is the last day to apply for the 2018 Curtis Scholarship!

The scholarship aims to empower underrepresented minorities through a mentorship program for promising youth advocates: pj.lnk.to/PJ_CurtisScholarshipTw

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https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/awards/curtis-scholarship/ About the Curtis Scholarship The Curtis Scholarship, conceived and funded by Global Citizen Ambassador and Pearl Jam manager Kelly Curtis, is an annual award to mentor and support Curtis Scholars. The Curtis Scholarship seeks to create, support, and equip a network of youth advocates and community leaders committed to local and global action. 2017 Curtis Scholars The 2017 Curtis Scholarship is a year long mentorship program to support youth leaders who embody the values of global citizenship. Curtis Scholars will be invited to join an a 10 day experiential learning trip through South Africa and the Global Citizen Festival in NYC. Joined by members of the Global Citizen staff, the Curtis Scholars will tour through South Africa experiencing cultural sites and development programs focused on poverty alleviation and Global Citizen's issue areas. Our mission is to empower people of color and underrepresented minorities through mentorship and travel; and to foster cultural awareness and global citizenship. Apply now Fill out the application form before April 21, 2017 at 12:00pm (EST) to apply to become a 2017 Curtis Scholar. .. Application Requirements Applicants can choose between submitting 2-3 minute videos or 500-700 word written responses to the two questions in the application. Applicants must submit a recommendation letter from a teacher/professor, school administrator, community leader, or colleague to be considered for the Curtis Scholarship Guidelines for Recommendation Letter Learning Trip Includes Monthly mentorship opportunities and advocacy toolkits Round trip airfare to South Africa (July 28- August 6) and New York (September 20-24) Global Citizen-led Orientation All trip-related meals Lodging and transportation Other out-of-pocket expenses (at the GC’s discretion) Passport fees and all travel costs associated with this trip Eligibility Criteria Ages 16-20 (by time of application) U.S. Citizens Limited past overseas travel Family household income of under $85,000 Those from minority and underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply. For all questions please email curtisscholar@globalcitizen.org

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https://pearljam.com/news/2019-global-citizen-scholars-announced

2019 Global Citizen Scholars Announced

News June 5 2019

We’re excited to introduce the 2019 Global Citizen Curtis Scholars!

Global Citizen reviewed hundreds of applicants and selected eight future leaders to participate in a year-long mentorship program that provides education, resources, and leadership tools to alleviate poverty around the world.

This year’s Curtis Scholars will join Global Citizen advocacy team members on a ten-day learning trip to South Africa and a one-day advocacy trip to New York City for Global Citizen Week.

Congratulations to Timothy, Noor, Keshawn, Sean, Jason, Roheena, Marcela, and Fayth!

The Curtis Scholarship was founded by Pearl Jam’s Manager, Kelly Curtis.

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Congratulations to the 2019 Global Citizen Curtis Scholars!

Global Citizen has selected eight future leaders to participate in a year-long membership program that provides education, resources, and leadership tools to alleviate poverty around the world.

https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/content/announcing-global-citizen-2019-curtis-scholars/