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The CWS Fellowship Program
The CWS Fellowship Program is a three-week water education and leadership training experience in Northern Region Ghana. The purpose of the fellowship is to teach individuals about the global water crisis, and inspire them to become leaders in the field of international development.
Fellows are grouped in teams of four and paired with a rural community in Northern Region Ghana. Each team works together to raise the fellowship fee before traveling to Africa. On the ground, teams are first trained in water quality testing, and the CWS water treatment methods. They then spend two weeks in the field implementing and monitoring a CWS water business in their village.
Here's what some of our 2010 Summer Fellows had to say about the program:
"I really enjoyed working with CWS! I shared an experience that can't be found with other organizations."
"I felt like we accomplished a lot in a good amount of time, while still being able to enjoy ourselves and enjoy being in Africa."
"I'm really fortunate to be a part of CWS, and so excited to stay in touch and help out with future fellows!"
Check out pictures and more stories from the 2010 Summer Fellowship on the CWS Blog!
The 2011 Fellowships
Next year CWS will be offering four Fellowship sessions in Ghana. The first two sessions will take place this winter, from December 27th - January 14th and January 8th - January 29th. The second two sessions will take place this summer, from May 27th - June 17th and June 10th - July 1st.
We are now accepting applications for both winter fellowship sessions! Interested in applying? First, download and read the application instructions and then apply online! Applications for both sessions are due Monday October 4, 2010 at 5pm EST.
Thinking of applying but have a few questions? Check out the Fellowship FAQ and then email Kate, kclopeck@communitywatersolutions.org, with any additional questions. We can also put you in touch with past fellows in your area if you have specific questions about their time working with CWS!
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