Institute Orientation Mandela Washington Fellowship U S Department

Institute Orientation

Mandela Washington Fellowship U. S. Department of State | Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) Designs & manages the U. S. component of the Fellowship, including selection, implementation of Academic and Leadership Institutes, PDEs, and the Summit. IREX Manages the administrative components of the U. S. -based Fellowship, such as Fellow travel, collecting documents, and administering Oba Add Your University Logo Here [YOUR UNIVERSITY NAME HERE] Implements six weeks of Academic and Leadership Institute activities here in [City, State]!

Cell Phones Activated and ready to use Unlimited U. S. minutes & texts No international calls Limited data plan • 4 GB high speed data • Unlimited low speed data § Email IREX with questions § §

Communicating with Family & Friends § Calling Card • Check in with family upon arrival to the • • United States Add additional minutes with personal funds Store in a secure location § Web-based Communication Services • Skype: free video and voice calling • Whats. App: free voice calling and messaging • Viber: free voice calling and messaging

Fellowship Stipend & Allowances § Incidental Stipend: $450 • Personal care items • Snacks • Laundry • Haircuts • Additional calling card minutes • Medical co-payment § Book and Cultural Allowance: $200 § Baggage Allowance: $100 (if applicable)

IREX Visa Debit Cards § Debit card is activated and ready to use § Request PIN before using at ATM • Note some ATMs charge fees § Review Visa card FAQs carefully • • • How to request a PIN How to receive cash back How to check balance § Keep card safe and secure

Money Matters § Keep money and valuables in a safe place § Write down the PIN for your calling and Visa debit cards § Monitor your card balance § Make a budget § Be mindful of luggage space and weight for your return flight

Accident and Sickness Program for Exchanges ASPE COVERS … • Emergency medical coverage to a Fellow who becomes ill or injured while in the United States • Prescription medicines for pre-existing conditions with some exclusions. ASPE DOES NOT COVER … • Routine health examinations • Routine eye examinations, eyeglasses, and contact lenses • Allergy tests • Routine dental cleaning and dental work • Treatment for pre-existing conditions • Over-the-counter (no prescription needed in the United States) medications • Co-payments for doctors and hospital visits • Co-payments for prescriptive medications Questions about Coverage? Review the 2017 ASPE Guide or visit usdos. sevencorners. com

SAMPLE ASPE CARD Key ASPE Terms to Know ASPE Health Benefits Plan • ASPE (Accident and Sickness Program for Exchanges) is the name of your health benefits plan. It is listed on your card. Seven Corners Health Care Provider • Contact Seven Corners with questions regarding medical care, follow-up appointments, or billing. 1 -(800) 461 -0430. First Health International Health Care Network • If asked for your insurance, provide your ASPE card and say you are part of the “First Health International” network. OPTUM Pharmacy Network • If a pharmacy asks for your insurance, give them your ASPE card and say you are part of the “OPTUM” network.

Tips for Fellow Health & Self Care § Monitor your health and wellbeing throughout the Fellowship • Stay hydrated and well-fed • Sleep at least six to eight hours per night • Tend to any physical ailments before they become serious issues § Enter important numbers into your U. S. mobile phone • 911 • Emergency contacts at Institute 765 -631 -2248 • Seven Corners at (800) 461 -0430 • IREX Emergency Hotline at (888) 409 -6605 § Know the location of nearby pharmacies, urgent care clinics, and emergency rooms

Cultural Norms in the United States

Cultural Adjustment

Diversity in the United States

“Go with an open mind to learn from the American system, the experiences of other Fellows, and be ready to re-invent yourself. Your life is about to change. That'll only happen if you take advantage of the networks you build and sustain it. “ – Nana Akosua Afriyie, 2016 Fellow, Ghana

“Set particular goals that you would want to achieve within the 6 -7 weeks. Track your progress week by week and take advantage of the whole experience. The Fellowship will change your life so much so make the most of it. ” - Brenda Katwesigye, 2016 Fellow, Uganda

Strategies for Networking

Fellowship Expectations Engage Fully Mind Personal Matters Be Tolerant Be On Time Show Respect Keep an Open Mind Take Initiative

Sexual Harassment Examples include: Sexual invitations Sexual comments on an individual’s appearance Sexual jokes Unnecessary touching of another person’s body without their consent Repeated pursuit of someone who is inattentive or trying to avoid you If you feel you have experienced sexual harassment, report it immediately to your Institute staff or IREX.

Student Ambassadors vs. Staff STUDENT AMBASSADORS STAFF (MARIA/MARCIA) § Check in with your student ambassador § Academic and Administrative Directors § Example questions: § Where can I eat on Sunday? § How do I use Double. Maps? § How do I get to my community service assignment? § Where do I go to see a movie? § When is the farmers’ market? § Why is my debit card not working? § How do I set up a meeting with Otto Doering? § Can I take a weekend trip to the Bahamas? § Can I go visit a doctor?

Student Ambassadors vs. Staff Judith Mary Kate Sabrina Temi Feroz Holly BLUE Delia Carmen Joel Sebastien Roger Tanyada GREEN ORANGE RED PURPLE YELLOW Sylvie Gounou Atinuke Zena Olaniyi Naomi Gracie Issa Kangoma Ben Marc Miora Sabriino Jacob Efe Anthony Temwanani Zaina Jona Daliwa Joseph Dina Yemisrach

Peer Collaborators vs. EIRs PEER COLLABORATORS § Locals with business experience and/or similar interests § One hour/week commitment, as dictated by both of your schedules § Volunteering their time § Many are also EIRs § Resource for: § Practicing your pitch § USADF grant advice § Business idea development ENTREPRENEURS-IN-RESIDENCE § Experts with decades of experience § One hour/week commitment, as dictated by both of your schedules § Balancing other job commitments § Resource for: § Practicing your pitch § USADF grant advice § Business idea development

Host Families vs. Volunteers COMMUNITY MEMBERS § Dinner July 8 th § Students and staff § Join a local family for dinner! § Unpaid!

Session Facilitators PROFESSORS AND EXPERTS § Provide case study/example § Lead discussion § Direct conversation § Ask intelligent questions! MANDATORY SESSIONS § Which sessions are mandatory?

Connecting to Wifi Calling ITa. P (765 -494 -4600) § Student or staff? § Staff § Address? § 516 Northwestern Ave, West Lafayette § Date of Birth § ? ? ? § Password!

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