APALA Seeking 2010 Tam Tran Program & Outreach Fellow

The Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, AFL-CIO is seeking a passionate social
justice activist for its new fellowship in remembrance of Tam Tran, an undocumented
student activist and filmmaker. APALA is excited to be able to sponsor a fellow who
believes in equality, opportunity, and social justice – all values that Tam epitomized.
Tam was born in Germany after her parents were forced to flee Vietnam, and came to the
U.S. at the age of 6. In her short time, she testified before Congress on the DREAM Act
and inspired other students to speak out for their rights. She attended Santa Ana College,
and transferred to UCLA where she worked with a network of “underground undergrads”
to release a report on undocumented students at UCLA. Tam was pursuing a PhD at
Brown University and produced two films: “Lost and Found” and “Seattle Underground
Railroad.”

This is a paid, full-time fellowship, and an excellent opportunity for leadership
development. You will be working with some of the most respected leaders in the labor
movement to promote immigrant, worker, and civil rights. Founded in 1992, APALA is
the nation’s first and only APA union. The Fellow will work on projects including but not
limited to: outreach to youth and student groups, organizing the APALA 2011 national
convention, a congressional briefing on Asian Pacific American worker issues, and
conducting a membership drive. The Fellow will also handle some administrative duties
and provide operations support, working under the supervision of the Associate Director.

The ideal candidate will have previous political or issue campaign experience and enjoy
working with a small but nimble team. The fellowship runs a minimum of nine months,
with the potential to extend, and comes with a modest stipend. The position is based in
Washington, DC.

Qualifications:
* previous Hill, or political or issue campaign experience preferred
* familiarity with Asian Pacific American and labor issues
* comfortable collaborating with a wide range of individuals
* excellent research, writing, and communications skills
* strong attention to detail
* energy, enthusiasm, and a strong desire to learn
* flexibility and willingness to pitch in and help
* ability to handle responsibility and to stay focused

Expected Outcomes of Fellowship
* Increased knowledge and commitment to worker rights issues
* Gain hands-on experience in membership-building, organizing, and event planning
* Enhance skills in the use of research tools and resources
* Having fun and gaining valuable experience working with a supportive and progressive
team

How to Apply (Deadline: Jan 28, 2011, 5 pm EST)

First, visit our website (http://www.apalanet.org). Then submit the following : (1) your
résumé, (2) a cover letter, and (3) 3 references to [apalajobs@gmail.com]. Email subject
shall state “Tam Tran Fellowship”. Please no phone calls, faxes or mail in applications.

APALA is an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, gay, lesbian,
bisexual, transgender and differently-abled people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Founded in 1992, APALA is the first and only national organization of Asian Pacific
American union members to advance worker, immigrant, and civil rights.