SOLUTIONARIES: EMPOWERING CHANGE FOR ANIMAL WELFARE

The Solutionaries Program invites passionate high school juniors and seniors from Jefferson County to apply for a unique opportunity to become community changemakers and animal advocates. This selective program empowers students with the skills, resources, and support needed to tackle pressing issues and drive meaningful change. Through hands-on projects, mentorship, and collaborative efforts, participants will engage in impactful initiatives that benefit both the community and animal welfare, while developing leadership and problem-solving abilities. By joining the Solutionaries Program, students take an active role in shaping a better future for their community and beyond. 

Structure & Focus

  • Solutionaries operates with a club/member structure, fostering a supportive network of individuals. Members are encouraged to engage, collaborate, and drive change through various roles and responsibilities within the club. Once accepted, members meet twice a month at the Greater Birmingham Humane Society.

  • Educational Focus: Each session provides valuable insights into pressing animal welfare issues. Our program covers a range of topics including rescue efforts, ethical treatment, and community outreach, ensuring that members are well-informed and equipped to advocate for animal rights.

  • Service Projects: Central to the Solutionaries experience is the completion of a service project. Members collectively select a project that aligns with their interests and skills, working together to implement initiatives that address specific needs in animal welfare. 

Qualifications for the Solutionaries Program

  • Passion for Animal Welfare and Advocacy

  • Must be a Junior or Senior during the 24/25 school year

  • Must be a student in a school in Jefferson County

  • Must have one recommendation letter from a non-family member. 

  • You must write a personal statement or essay outlining your motivation, experiences, and goals related to animal welfare. Let us know why you want to participate in the Solutionaries Program and make a difference in animal welfare in your community. This personal statement should not be more than two pages. 

  • Leadership Skills

  • Communication Skills

  • Commitment to Service

  • Problem-Solving Abilities

  • Teamwork & Collaboration

  • Availability for meetings, projects, and activities

Personal Statements and letters of recommendation should be emailed to Kasey Rawlings at krawlings@gbhs.org.

Important Dates

  • Applications open on August 5, 2024.

  • Applications close on September 30, 2024. 

Join us in our mission to create a better world for animals. Solutionaries offers a platform for growth, learning, and impactful action. Together, we can make a difference, one project at a time.

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