Fellowship

about the Fellowship Program

IGNITE actively seeks out diverse and enthusiastic young Gen Z leaders from communities across the nation, providing them with essential resources, training, and networks to unleash their political influence, mobilize their peers, and foster civic engagement. Dr. Anne Moses Fellows play a critical role in driving IGNITE’s mission by helping, in part, to grow and sustain our college programs in communities across America. As ambassadors for IGNITE, they also amplify the message that it's time for young people to own their power and change the face of political leadership.

about our Fellows

Our community comprises women-identifying, nonbinary and gender expansive young leaders eager to break down barriers and enter the political arena. The Fellowship program brings together a cohort of changemakers with political ambition, organizing skills, and a desire to help build the next generation of political leaders. Fellows commit to 15 hours per week for the duration of the 18 month fellowship program, and have the opportunity to participate in IGNITE conferences, events, and Fellowship trainings. All travel for the Fellowship is covered by IGNITE.

April 1st April 16th

Birmingham, AL

Baltimore, MD Atlanta, GA

North Texas

New York, NY Houston, TX

Philadelphia, PA Raleigh, NC

Pittsburgh, PA Miami, FL

Newark, NJ Nashville, TN

San Antonio, TX

May 7th May 31st

Cleveland, OH San Diego, CA

Columbus, OH Los Angeles, CA

Chicago, IL Silicon Valley, CA

Detroit, MI Las Vega, NV

Minneapolis, MN Denver, CO

Milwaukee, WI Bay Area, CA

Oklahoma City, OK Inland Empire, CA

Salt Lake City, UT

‍Anna Del Castillo served as IGNITE’s Boston fellow in 2020. She studied Racial Justice and Healing at Harvard Divinity

School and is now working on DEI initiatives at the White House.

She first attended the National Young Women Run conference in D.C., and felt inspired by seeing other women own their political power. She initially wanted to join a collective of women running for office or who were interested in leadership. For Anna, becoming a Fellow was about amplifying the voices of historically and intentionally excluded people

in politics. “People who have traditionally been left out of the political process, largely women of color and low-income folks should be given the tools and resources they need to successfully run for office. We need more equitable representation in this country, and we need it now,” Anna says. As the Boston Fellow, she hosted several events around Boston that sparked a similar interest in other young women, helping them realize their own potential. “Being a Fellow feels like being a connector. There’s this really important role of connecting other people with important resources, with other young women and with mentors who can provide guidance.” And from there, Anna stepped into her role as a community organizer, facilitator and now Deputy Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) at the White House. IGNITE has prepared her to lead with authenticity, recognize the power of collective organizing, and center equity in all that she does.

Boston Fellow Anna Del Castillo in conversation with Valerie B. Jarrett, the longest-serving Senior Advisor to President Barack Obama

Tennessee Fellow Jeneisha Harris networks with elected leaders in Atlanta, Georgia.

Fellows celebrate the end of their orientation in Oakland, California.

Former fellows with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi

Former fellows meet with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi at Young Women Run in Washington, D.C.

New York Fellow Alicia Smith mcees the annual Young Women Run New York conference..

New York Fellow Alicia Smith emcees the annual Young Women Run New York conference.

Former fellows catch up at Young Women Run Texas.

Former Phoenix fellow Yudithe Nonthe Sanchez in conversation with Xochitl Torres Small, former U.S. Representative for New Mexico

Former Boston fellow Rae'niqua Victorine with Massachusetts Representative Ayanna Pressley

Dr. Anne Moses IGNITE Fellowship

DR. ANNE MOSES FELLOWS ARE LEADING CHANGE ACROSS AMERICA.

Dr. Anne Moses IGNITE Fellows are changing the face of leadership in communities across America.

about the Fellowship Program

about our Fellows

JOIN OUR 2024-2025 FELLOWSHIP COHORT

Locations for the 2023-2024 Dr. Anne Moses Fellowship

Locations & Deadlines for the 2023-2024 Dr. Anne Moses Fellowship

FELLOW SPOTLIGHT:

Highlights from past cohorts

Meet the 2023-2024 Dr. Anne Moses IGNITE Fellows

Learn all about our 2023-2024 IGNITE Fellows here.

Meet our former fellows