In these extraordinary times, activists are all around us — putting energy, wisdom, heart and soul into changing the world. There are many themes in social justice today and the Modern Elder Academy (MEA) is dedicated to changing the way the world views aging. We know that activism can be exhausting, thankless, and deeply meaningful work. So we are delighted to announce our 2021 Activist in Residence (AIR) program.
The AIR program is meant to nurture, and to note, those who are in this conversation about aging with us, through dedication and service to their communities and beyond. By providing a healing environment to restore and reflect, and an opportunity to amplify their voices, projects, and organizations via our expansive network, the AIR program is designed to recognize these activists and to introduce their work and wisdom to the global MEA community.
In these extraordinary times, activists are all around us. There are many themes in social justice today and the Modern Elder Academy (MEA) is dedicated to changing the way the world views aging. We are delighted to announce our 2021 Activist in Residence (AIR) program that will nurture, and note, activists who are in this conversation about aging with us. The AIR award is an all-inclusive 2-week stay at MEA, and the opportunity to amplify AIR recipients’ work to our global community.
MEA is the first-of-its-kind midlife wisdom school leading the conversation on transformative aging, intergenerational collaboration, and “long life learning.” Due to the pandemic, we had to postpone our weekly intensive academic programs and scholarships for the 2020-21 season. We are still providing meaningful MEA experiences with our Sabbatical Sessions, which allow us to continue serving our guests, our staff, and our local community. And our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion continues with AIR as we honor and support those who are doing the hard work of activism in their communities. So we are grateful to the Association for Growth and Education (AGE) for a generous grant that will fund the first year of the program. This grant empowers us to share MEA with eight activists during Sabbatical Sessions.
MEA is the first-of-its-kind midlife wisdom school leading the conversation on transformative aging, intergenerational collaboration, and “long life learning.” Due to the pandemic, we had to postpone our weekly intensive academic programs and scholarships for the 2020-21 season. We are still providing meaningful MEA experiences with our Sabbatical Sessions, which allow us to continue serving our guests, our staff, and our local community.
And our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion continues with AIR as we honor and support those who are doing the hard work of activism in their communities. So we are grateful to the Association for Growth and Education (AGE) for a generous grant that will fund the first year of the program. This grant empowers us to share MEA with eight activists during Sabbatical Sessions.
Located in Baja California Sur, Mexico, MEA is the first-of-its-kind midlife wisdom school. Due to the pandemic, we postponed our 2020-21 academic cohorts and scholarships. We’re now offering Sabbatical Sessions — a safe, open-air community experience with lighter educational programming — that allow us to continue to serve guests and keep our staff and their families thriving. We’re still committed to making MEA available to those who could not attend on their own. So, with a grant from the Association for Growth and Education (AGE), we are launching the AIR program, honoring eight activists during our 2021 Sabbatical Sessions.
The Activist in Residence Program will provide eight recipients with an all-inclusive 2-week stay at MEA’s oceanfront campus in 2021. Learn more about eligibility, award details, candidate profiles, and the application process below.
The AIR program is for those who can demonstrate a commitment to community service and to challenging ageism and related social issues. Applicants should meet the following criteria.
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MEA’s beachfront campus was designed by a team led by Oren Bronstein, founder Chip Conley’s longtime design collaborator. We have four guest areas with multiple kitchens, pools, spas, steam rooms, yoga and art studios, meditation park, organic garden, and lots of cozy seating nooks for personal or shared time.
The AIR program offers a respite for body, mind, and spirit with expanded awareness of your cause and your work. The award offers the benefits of an MEA Residency and Activism Platform.
MEA Residency: Two-week all-inclusive stay at MEA’s oceanfront campus
MEA Platform: Activism amplified via our global community + networks
MEA’s beachfront campus was designed by a team led by Oren Bronstein, founder Chip Conley’s longtime design collaborator. We have four guest areas with multiple kitchens, pools, spas, steam rooms, yoga and art studios, meditation park, organic garden, and lots of cozy seating nooks for personal or shared time.
With their work focused on Ageism, AIR activists can be defined as artists, community organizers, volunteers, advocates, entrepreneurs, and educators committed to social change.
You need not be an academic, or formally attached to an organization. Starting grass roots projects, serving people hit hard by COVID and other disasters, or working with young people to help them understand the wisdom of older generations...it all counts. Successful applicants will demonstrate relevant community service, organizing, research, movement building, or related work experience, and an interest in responding to the needs of underserved communities, with ageism as a key focus (we understand that age and other social needs often go hand in hand).
MEA’s beachfront campus was designed by a team led by Oren Bronstein, founder Chip Conley’s longtime design collaborator. We have four guest areas with multiple kitchens, pools, spas, steam rooms, yoga and art studios, meditation park, organic garden, and lots of cozy seating nooks for personal or shared time.
The AIR program will take place between May - November, 2021. Scroll down to apply or you can nominate an activist in your community.
Application Deadline
Applications must be received by March 1, 2021.
Recipient Announcement
We will contact awardees via email and phone no later than April 1, 2021. Award recipients must respond and accept within one week of notification or the award will be offered to another applicant.
MEA’s beachfront campus was designed by a team led by Oren Bronstein, founder Chip Conley’s longtime design collaborator. We have four guest areas with multiple kitchens, pools, spas, steam rooms, yoga and art studios, meditation park, organic garden, and lots of cozy seating nooks for personal or shared time.
The AIR program is for those who can demonstrate a commitment to community service and to challenging ageism and related social issues. Applicants should meet the following criteria.
MEA’s beachfront campus was designed by a team led by Oren Bronstein, founder Chip Conley’s longtime design collaborator. We have four guest areas with multiple kitchens, pools, spas, steam rooms, yoga and art studios, meditation park, organic garden, and lots of cozy seating nooks for personal or shared time.
AIR offers a respite for body, mind, and spirit with expanded awareness of your cause and your work.
MEA Residency: Two-week all-inclusive stay at MEA’s oceanfront campus
MEA Platform: Activism amplified via our global community + networks
MEA’s beachfront campus was designed by a team led by Oren Bronstein, founder Chip Conley’s longtime design collaborator. We have four guest areas with multiple kitchens, pools, spas, steam rooms, yoga and art studios, meditation park, organic garden, and lots of cozy seating nooks for personal or shared time.
With their work focused on Ageism, AIR activists can be defined as artists, community organizers, volunteers, advocates, entrepreneurs, and educators committed to social change.
You need not be an academic, or formally attached to an organization. Starting grass roots projects, serving people hit hard by COVID and other disasters, or working with young people to help them understand the wisdom of older generations...it all counts. Successful applicants will demonstrate relevant community service, organizing, research, movement building, or related work experience, and an interest in responding to the needs of underserved communities, with ageism as a key focus (we understand that age and other social needs often go hand in hand).
MEA’s beachfront campus was designed by a team led by Oren Bronstein, founder Chip Conley’s longtime design collaborator. We have four guest areas with multiple kitchens, pools, spas, steam rooms, yoga and art studios, meditation park, organic garden, and lots of cozy seating nooks for personal or shared time.
The AIR program will take place between May - November, 2021. Scroll down to apply or you can nominate an activist in your community.
Application Deadline
Applications must be received by Marc 1, 2021.
Recipient Announcement
We will contact awardees via email and phone no later than April 1, 2021. Award recipients must respond and accept within one week of notification or the award will be offered to another applicant.
MEA’s beachfront campus was designed by a team led by Oren Bronstein, founder Chip Conley’s longtime design collaborator. We have four guest areas with multiple kitchens, pools, spas, steam rooms, yoga and art studios, meditation park, organic garden, and lots of cozy seating nooks for personal or shared time.
The AIR program is for those who can demonstrate a commitment to community service and to challenging ageism and related social issues. Applicants should meet the following criteria.
AIR offers a respite for body, mind, and spirit with expanded awareness of your cause and your work. The award offers the benefits of an MEA Residency and Activism Platform.
MEA Residency: Two-week all-inclusive stay at MEA’s oceanfront campus
MEA Platform: Activism amplified via our global community + networks
With their work focused on Ageism, AIR activists can be defined as artists, community organizers, volunteers, advocates, entrepreneurs, and educators committed to social change.
You need not officially work for an organization to apply. Activism in a formal group, grass roots project or individual volunteerism...it all counts. Successful applicants will demonstrate relevant community service, organizing, research, movement building, or related work experience, and an interest in responding to the needs of underserved communities, with ageism as a key focus (we understand that age and other social needs often go hand in hand).
The AIR program will take place between May - November, 2021. Scroll down to apply or you can nominate an activist in your community.
Application Deadline
Applications must be received by March 1, 2021.
Recipient Announcement
We will contact awardees via email and phone no later than April 1, 2021. Award recipients must respond and accept within one week of notification or the award will be offered to another applicant.
$1000 travel stipend, 2-week all inclusive stay at MEA’s campus, and amplification of activism work. Click here for complete AIR program details.
Ageism and related social issues. We understand that age and other causes often go hand in hand. Click here for complete AIR program details.
All may apply. First consideration will be given to applicants who have not received MEA scholarships.
Yes, please! We want to hear about activists far and wide. Click here to nominate someone.
The program is made possible by a generous grant from the Association for Growth and Education (AGE). Click here to learn more about AGE.
Eight people will receive AIR awards in 2021.
Between May - November 2021
Monday, March 1, 2021
We will contact awardees via email and phone no later than April 1, 2021. Award recipients must respond and accept within one week of notification or the award will be offered to another applicant.
Please review the AIR program details here and, if you still have questions, email admissions@modernelderacademy.com
$1000 travel stipend, 2-week all inclusive stay at MEA’s campus, and amplification of activism work. Click here for complete AIR program details.
Ageism and related social issues. We understand that age and other causes often go hand in hand. Click here for complete AIR program details.
All may apply. First consideration will be given to applicants who have not received MEA scholarships.
Yes, please! We want to hear about activists far and wide. Click here to nominate someone.
The program is made possible by a generous grant from the Association for Growth and Education (AGE). Click here to learn more about AGE.
Eight people will receive AIR awards in 2021.
Between May - November 2021
Sunday, January 31, 2021
We will contact awardees via email and phone no later than February 28, 2021. Award recipients must respond and accept within one week of notification or the award will be offered to another applicant.
Please review the AIR program details here and, if you still have questions, email admissions@modernelderacademy.com
