The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) hosted a Kickoff Webinar for the American Latino Museum Internship and Fellowship Initiative (ALMIFI). The American Latino Museum Internship and Fellowship Initiative (ALMIFI), is designed to strengthen the institutional capacity of American Latino museums, provide paid internship and fellowship opportunities for a diverse range of students, and build connections between colleges, universities, and museums.

ALMIFI is open applications from now until March 1, 2024. All potential applicants are invited to view a recording of the January 17, 2024 informational webinar.

Download the webinar transcript (PDF, 181KB)

Download the presentation (PDF, 1.9MB)

AGENDA

• An introduction to IMLS
• An overview of ALMIFI
• Examples of successful applications
• A question-and-answer period

AUDIENCE

This event is intended for potential applicants. Representatives from the following organization types are encouraged to attend:

• American Latino museums,
• Nonprofit agencies that operate American Latino museums,
• Museum service organizations/associations, and
• Institutions of Higher Education, including universities, community colleges, and Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI[s]).

ADDITIONAL ALMIFI RESOURCES

• The ALMIFI Landing Page provides the most up-to-date information on the program.
• The Applicant Information Webinarprovides an overview of the initiative and its application process.
• The Notice of Funding Opportunityis an in-depth explanation of the initiative.
• Online Counseling Sessionsallow potential applicants to have phone calls with ALMIFI program officers and discuss their project proposals.