Fellowship opportunity in Washington, D.C.

RespectAbility USA is recruiting top talent with and without disabilities for its National Leadership Program, according to a news release.

The application deadline for the summer program is Monday, April 17.

RespectAbility is a nonprofit organization fighting stigmas and advancing opportunities for people with disabilities. It seeks 12 outstanding and diverse young leaders from around the country who want to advance disability issues and who want careers in media, public policy or advocacy. Graduates of the program have gone on to work at the White House, run for office, work for top advocacy organizations and think tanks and attend top graduate schools, according to the release.

This summer, fellows will work to advance diversity, equity and inclusion in Hollywood, educational and employment opportunities for youth with disabilities, organize a national summit in the U.S. Capitol and more. Fellows will meet elected officials, experts and celebrities and do hands-on work.

For questions, email the director of the program, Dr. Shonda McLaughlin at ShondaM@RespectAbilityUSA.org.

There are several fellowship opportunities:

? Public Policy/Employment

? Communications/Diversity in Film and Television

? Program Development/ Fundraising

? Faith Inclusion