Micronesia Climate Change Alliance (MCCA) is really excited to expand our reach and build regional cohesion in the face of the climate crisis. MCCA is the first member organization in the Pacific Islands to join the national network of Climate Justice Alliance (CJA).  A major effort in CJA is to uplift efforts of frontline grassroots organizations by creating regional, Our Power Communities (OPCs). The goal of OPCs is to create living examples of how communities can put people to work transforming their localities, while reducing both cost and pollution burden for present and future generations. It unites people in the framework of the “Just Transition” which gives life to strategies to build more regenerative ways of being.

This is a unique one year opportunity for 9 community weavers from throughout the US affiliated Pacific Islands to learn more about the Just Transition, network, develop skills, and connect climate justice efforts across our waters. MCCA will be selecting one person from Palau, the CNMI, Yap, Pohnpei, Chuuk, Kosrae, Hawaii, American Samoa and the Marshall Islands. This cohort will receive a monthly stipend for their involvement in online meetings and trainings throughout the year.  

Who should apply: People who are already employed by or an active member of an organization working towards cultural preservation, climate justice, equity, indigenous sovereignty, food sovereignty, energy democracy, native media creation, environmental conservation and youth work. Preference will be given to applicants with an existing campaign or project.


Required Qualifications:
1. Current resident of one of the listed islands
2. Reliable access to technology at least 2x month
3. High School Graduate
4. Strong English language skills
5. PayPal or Bank of Guam account
6. Must be employed by or an active member of an established grassroots organization.

Preferred but not Required Qualifications:
1. Experience in community organizing
2. Bilingual or multilingual
3. Strong interest in climate change or justice issues
4. Storytelling skills
5. Cultural and environmental knowledge of their island home

Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Attend monthly meetings and trainings (approximately 4 hours/month)    
2. Co-develop a narrative strategy process and build consensus on environmental justice stories for the Pacific islands.
3. Co-organize 1-3 direct actions or mutual support brigades centered on climate justice that help to build capacity in the Pacific islands.
4. Co-create and share educational Pacific island centered resources on the JUST TRANSITION.

Applications are due on December 21, 2020. Selected applicants will be interviewed by mid-January and chosen applicants will start their position on February 4th, 2021 for a one year fellowship.