EN VOZ ALTA
We know that a comprehensive national security posture emphasizing diplomacy, reducing the threat of nuclear weapons, and reining in military spending is the most effective way to protect the American people. We also know that women are key to solving our nation's toughest challenges. Latinas are woefully underrepresented in national security—but we are working to change that. The En Voz Alta program pairs Latina mentors from the peace and security community with early-career professionals and students from local universities.
Spring 2020 cohort
Mentors
Mentees
Orientation
We kicked the year off right by coming together to meet, mingle, and learn about the exciting program components En Voz Alta offers throughout the year.
Mentors
YOUR IMPACT
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Propel curious minds into the field of peace and security
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Help students fully understand what it takes to land a job
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Serve as the mentor you needed when you were a student
REQUIREMENTS
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Works in peace and security (nuclear disarmament and nonproliferation, defense, national security, arms control, diplomacy, conflict resolution, or related field)
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Committed to lifting up voices of underrepresented populations in peace and security
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Can commit to four meetings with your mentee
Mentees
BENEFITS
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Full-day workshop with sessions including building your professional profile, Pentagon budget 101, writing op-eds, and salary negotiation
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Experience a day in the life of your mentor by shadowing them at work
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Join your mentor at least one networking event
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Monthly check-ins with your mentor
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Orientation lunch and final luncheon with mentors
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Access to closed LinkedIn group
REQUIREMENTS
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Identify as Hispanic/Latina
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Recent or current undergraduate or graduate student studying international relations, national security, government, or related field
Partners
En Voz Alta partners are committed to building a world where peace and security reign. They know that in order to make that a reality, we must include all voices at the table.
For more information or to become a partner, email Andrea Pimentel, apimentel@wand.org.
Applications for the next cohort
will open open in the Fall!
