The National Collaboratory to Address Elder Mistreatment (NCAEM) has announced a request for applications for its Mentorship Program. This program is funded by The John A. Hartford Foundation, the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, and the Health Foundation for Western and Central New York. NCAEM is made up of national experts who work together to implement the Elder Mistreatment Emergency Department (EMED) Toolkit. ADvancing States' Senior Director of Elder Justice Initiatives, Kathy Greenlee, serves as a mentor in this program. The mentorship program is 1-year long, and the purpose is to support clinicians, service providers, researchers, policy makers, and advocates from varying disciplines who want to focus on improving care for older adults experiencing or at risk of experiencing elder mistreatment. Applicants who work with or represent underserved populations are encouraged to apply.
The program provides career development opportunities:
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Developing leadership skills and strategies for professional advancement
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Building social and professional capital through expanded networks
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Identifying relevant funding opportunities
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Acquiring grant writing skills to secure financial support
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Receiving guidance for career development and growth
Applications are due Friday, November 22 by 11:59 p.m. PST.
Click here to learn more and apply.