Apply to Rise Justice LabsWe want to help you pass your own law
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Applications are currently closed. We will be accepting applications for the 2023 Summer Cohort in the spring. Check back for more information or sign up here to join our mailing list.
Our winter cohort focuses on issues other than sexual violence. Therefore, if you have an application idea related to sexual violence we encourage you to apply for our summer cohort. All applications related to sexual violence will be considered for the summer cohort. In the meantime, if you would like to advocate on sexual violence issues we encourage you to check out our Team America program which focuses on passing the Sexual Assault Survivors Bill of Rights in all 50 states.
The deadline to apply for the 2022 winter cohort is Friday, September 23rd at 11:59pm EST. Please note the accelerator program is extremely competitive, with an acceptance rate as low as 7% for previous cohorts.
“I am no longer accepting the things I cannot change. I am changing the things I cannot accept”
Rise Justice Lab Accelerator Application
Please enter your information, ensuring you answer all required questions (indicated by *), and submit the form when finished. We highly recommend crafting your responses in a separate document and copying into the form.
We encourage applications from individuals, as well as organizations. For any organizational questions that do not apply to you as an individual, please write “N/A”.
PLEASE NOTE: Our winter cohort focuses on issues other than sexual violence. Therefore, if you have an application idea related to sexual violence we encourage you to apply for our summer cohort. All applications related to sexual violence will be considered for the summer cohort. In the meantime, if you would like to advocate on sexual violence issues we encourage you to check out our Team America program which focuses on passing the Sexual Assault Survivors Bill of Rights in all 50 states.
For any questions, please email cryan@risenow.us
Rise Justice Labs FAQs
Then Rise Justice Labs is perfect for you. You don’t need to be a lawyer, a politician, or an expert. Rise Justice Labs is for everyday people to learn the ins and outs of our political system and find the most effective ways to pen your own rights into existence. We look for people who are passionate and part of the community they’re trying to help, regardless of education, background, or experience.
Then Rise Justice Labs is perfect for you. You don’t need to be a lawyer, a politician, or an expert. Rise Justice Labs is for everyday people to learn the ins and outs of our political system and find the most effective ways to pen your own rights into existence. We look for people who are passionate and part of the community they’re trying to help, regardless of education, background, or experience.
No – while Rise started fighting for survivor rights, we have become so much more. We encourage applicants from all kinds of advocacy backgrounds. Former Rise Justice Labs cohorts have covered adoptee rights, rural access to internet, equitable access to medication, agricultural grants, Native representation in public schools, music education, and so many more. All ideas, as long as they’re backed by research and passionate individuals, are welcome!
After you apply, candidates who advance will be interviewed by the Rise team and board. Those selected will join our program to pass their first law. Everyone else will be invited to apply for our next cohort or join our organizing lectures.
Week 1 – Orientation and Leadership
Week 2 – Hopeanomics 101 (How to Pass a Law)
Weeks 3 and 4 – Research Your Issue
Weeks 5 and 6 – Write Your Bill
Weeks 7 and 8 – Tell Your Story
Week 9 – Blitz! Contact Potential Sponsors
Week 10 – Launch Your Campaign
Week 11 – Pitch Your Campaign
Week 12 – Demo(cracy) Day!
Like Demo Day at tech accelerators, our Demo(cracy) Day gives participants an opportunity to pitch your legislative idea to potential supporters–including legislators who may become bill sponsors, donors, press, and volunteers.
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