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The "Programa de Apoderamiento y Retención de Agentes de Cambio" (PARACa) (Changemaker Retention and Empowerment Program) is a program for young university students, professionals, or recent graduates recognized for their leadership and sense of responsibility for Puerto Rico. The opportunity is aimed at young people interested in developing professionally in the social sector.
PARACa seeks to provide the experiences to develop the necessary skills of Changemakers capable of solving social challenges; empowering and retaining a community of change agents for Puerto Rico.
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Componentes del Programa
Social Awareness Modules: Participants analyze and discuss issues that affect the development and well-being of Puerto Rico. Cases of economic, social, and environmental relevance are presented, followed by discussions to exchange ideas and generate proposals for change.
Fellowship: We recognize that for young people to implement change effectively, they need experience in the fields where they wish to work. They will gain this experience by applying their knowledge in a professional setting aligned with their social interests in an internship center.
Field Trips: During the field trips, participants are exposed to the social realities of Puerto Rico and learn first-hand about organizations, communities, and projects that are being carried out to combat social problems.
1:1 Mentorship: To measure progress and provide you with objective tools to cultivate a space for growth, each participant will receive personalized mentoring.
Community: Through the PARACa experience, a community of peers is built who stay in touch to support each other and engage in social action activities into the future. This network of contacts transcends the program and generates long-term collaborations and relationships among participants.
The "Programa de Apoderamiento y Retención de Agentes de Cambio" (PARACa) (Changemaker Retention and Empowerment Program) is a program for young university students, professionals, or recent graduates recognized for their leadership and sense of responsibility for Puerto Rico. The opportunity is aimed at young people interested in developing professionally in the social sector.
PARACa seeks to provide the experiences to develop the necessary skills of Changemakers capable of solving social challenges; empowering and retaining a community of change agents for Puerto Rico.
PARACa Verano 2027
Se recibirán solicitudes desde el 20 de octubre de 2026 hasta el 28 de febrero de 2027
First Round: Application
(November 13 to February 29)
To complete the application, go to: https://podio.com/webforms/21939729/1534209 which will evaluate your professional profile, social interests, and availability for the year. You must complete it on or before February 29.
Second Round: MPA Interview + Crreation of a video
(March 22 to April 5)
If you successfully pass the application, you will be called for an interview with the MPA staff, where we will seek to learn more about your preparation. This way, we can match you with the most appropriate service center.
Likewise, you will be creating a short video with a premise that will be announced to you if you reach this round.
Third and Last Round: Interview with Internship Center
(April 12 to 23)
In this second interview, we seek to ensure that you can meet the expectations of the internship center and vice versa.
Increase your knowledge of the social sector and empower your leadership!
Solicita a PARACa Verano:
First Round: Application
(November 13 to February 29)
To complete the application, go to: https://podio.com/webforms/21939729/1534209 which will evaluate your professional profile, social interests, and availability for the year. You must complete it on or before February 29.
Second Round: MPA Interview + Crreation of a video
(March 22 to April 5)
If you successfully pass the application, you will be called for an interview with the MPA staff, where we will seek to learn more about your preparation. This way, we can match you with the most appropriate service center.
Likewise, you will be creating a short video with a premise that will be announced to you if you reach this round.
Third and Last Round: Interview with Internship Center
(April 12 to 23)
In this second interview, we seek to ensure that you can meet the expectations of the internship center and vice versa.