It can be hard to describe to people what the LA Fellows experience is before they've lived it firsthand. Knowing that a picture is worth 1,000 words, here are a few to help you visualize what it's like to be an LA Fellow.
It's not uncommon for people who hear about LA Fellows to think "I need to find a paying job, how can I spend 100 hours of my job search time to volunteer - for free?" The volunteer component of the program actually helps Fellows get back to work faster in several ways:
- The matching process is structured to give Fellows an opportunity to practice the skills they learn in class someplace other than the high-pressure environment of an interview.
- It gives structure to the job search, encourages time management and improves focus.
- Working for a cause they feel passionate about, and making a difference, bolsters confidence.
- It's a chance to learn new skills and exercise established ones to show employers current relevant experience on a resume.
- The Fellows project a community-focused image and expand their networks to include active leaders in their communities.
Here are images from just a few of the 300+ LA fellows who've used their time to make a difference in the community while making a difference in their job search.
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| Center for Nonprofit Management |
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| My Friends Place |
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| Center for Nonprofit Management |
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| Operation Gratitude |
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| Habitat for Humanity |
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| Operation Gratitude |
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| The Soldiers Project |
Learn more about the LA Fellows program at www.lafellows.org.
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