VIDA 2026 - 2027 Fellowship

In this page you will find the detailed infroamtion and links to all applications for the following opportunities:

If you have any questions please contact, VIDA's Program Coordinator Dani Plascencia Delgado at plascenciadelgadodaniela@fhda.edu

VIDA Democracy in Action (DiA) Fellowship 

We are committed to providing opportunities for students to build their skills and knowledge outside of the classroom, and recommend that students apply the knowledge they've gained from such courses as in the Leadership & Social Change Certificate program.

Democracy in Action (DiA) fellowship, formally known as the VIDA Project Internship. Fellows commit and take on leadership roles, but are accountable for major responsibilities in the projects/campaigns they are placed on. The ultimate goal is to build student power and be agents of change.

Participating students will take 10 hours a week of fieldwork, weekly team meetings, training and mentorship. This includes working on VIDA wide events as well as program logistics. Some projects include conferences, LSC graduation, Project Fair, Open House and others.

This fellowship is designed to offer training, mentorship, and a stipend for De Anza students who have taken extraordinary leadership in projects that promote community college access and success.

Some of those topics include- renter's rights, higher education affordability, immigration, transportation, environment, health and policy issues.

Eligibility:

Minimum Requirements:
   - Have attempted fewer than 180 units combined at De Anza and Foothill College  
   - Have and maintain 6 units per quarter during fellowship
   - Minimum GPA of 2.0

Compensation: Fellows can expect to receive a compensation starting at $5,940 for the academic year

If you meet all requirements please complete application below. If you DO NOT meet all of the requirements, please still apply and contact Daniela Plascencia Delgado at plascenciadelgadodaniela@fhda.edu

Fellowship Timeline:

  • Application is due Sunday, May 17, 2026 by 11:00 pm
  • Interviews will be conducted by invitation on
  • Final Decision will be sent out June 5th, 2026
  • Fellow Social will be in June 12, 10-2pm, in-person
 

How to Apply:

Apply Here

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