Transform Mid-Atlantic Civic Fellowship (TMACF)

Overview

Now entering its fourth year, the Transform Mid-Atlantic Civic Fellowship (TMACF) is the flagship student-centered program of our regional network. The fellowship offers young leaders in the Mid-Atlantic region a unique opportunity to develop new knowledge, skills, and experiences that complement their academic and community-engaged work.

Fellowship Impact

The TMACF program empowers students by broadening their perspectives on societal, economic, environmental, and governance issues, while also advancing their leadership abilities. Previous Fellows have gone on to pursue careers in public service, government, non-profit, corporate sectors, or have chosen to continue their education in graduate school.

The 2025-2026 cohort will join a growing network of Fellows, representing the diversity of our region’s communities and campuses. This includes students from 2-year, 4-year, public, private, HBCU, and minority-serving institutions across the Mid-Atlantic region.

Fellowship Highlights

The 2025-2026 TMACF Fellowship offers a comprehensive and enriching experience, including:

1. Nine Virtual Monthly Gatherings

Each session will include:

  • Regional and national experts speaking on a variety of issues, including:
    • Society
    • Economy
    • Environment
    • Governance
  • Leadership development workshops.
  • Training on sustainable changemaking and advancing equity through lifelong civic engagement.

2. In-Person End-of-Year Retreat

  • Hosted by TMA in either Baltimore or Washington, D.C..
  • A chance to reflect on the fellowship experience and build connections with peers.

3. Networking & Relationship Building

  • Engage with a vibrant cohort of young, committed leaders.
  • Build long-lasting professional relationships with fellow Fellows and mentors.

4. Mentorship & Advising

  • Receive personalized guidance from:
    • TMA staff
    • Institutional representatives
    • Partner organizations

5. Capstone Project

  • Design and complete a final capstone project with the support of TMA staff, applying your learning to real-world challenges.

6. Additional Workshops & Professional Development

  • Participate in additional skill-building workshops.
  • Gain recognition for your accomplishments throughout the program.

Program Benefits

Upon completion of the program, Fellows will receive:

  • Pre-fellowship summer advising.
  • A certificate of completion.
  • A graduation cord to honor your achievement.

Join us in the 2025-2026 cohort and become part of an inspiring and diverse community of future leaders. Together, we will work towards creating positive, sustainable change in the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond.

For more information, visit the Transform Mid- Atlantic website.