Attention, Philadelphia high school students, The College of Physicians of Philadelphia is now accepting applications for the Girls One Diaspora Club.
The is an after-school internship program for teen girls in Philadelphia who are from Africa or the African Diaspora, were born outside of the U.S. or are first-generation Americans, and have an interest in healthcare or STEM careers.
The internship program addresses the unique challenges facing teen girls of African and/or Afro descent while providing a safe environment to share and voice their concerns and learn about careers in science and medicine. The club is a forum for academic and personal support to assist these young women with issues related to schooling, ancestry, ethnicity, and the challenges of adjusting to a new culture. The facilitators of the club also provide mentorship and assistance with academic issues including tutoring, career development, and college/career preparation in a safe, positive, affirming space.
Sessions meet weekly during the school year. There are no costs to enroll or remain enrolled in the program, and all participants are paid a stipend. In accordance with social distancing, all activities during the Fall 2020 semester will be virtual.
If you're interested in joining, . Applications are due by Saturday, September 12, 2020, at 11:59PM. If you have any questions, or email , Girls One Diaspora Coordinator.