Digital Bridge Peer Facilitator-Application Form

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Contact Kara Thomany, Participant Support & Intake Manager:

Phone: 267-951-2448

WhatsApp: 215-557-2826

Email: kara@welcomingcenter.org

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Digital Bridge is a program to help immigrants in Philadelphia improve their computer skills and learn more about digital resources in their communities. We are looking for up to 10 Peer Facilitators who can help us train other immigrant community members on how to use the Northstar Digital Literacy platform, a website that teaches people basic technology skills.

What will you do as a Peer Facilitator

Get trained to use the Northstar Digital Literacy platform
Learn how to lead digital skills workshops
Teach participants basic computer skills through computer labs and workshops
Work on a small community project
Receive support and guidance for your professional goals
Summary

Program Details

Full Program: October 2026 to April 2027
Time Commitment: 2-4 hours per week
Stipend: Peer Facilitators will receive $150 for completion of training (Oct-Dec 2025) and up to $250 for workshop facilitation in Spring 2026.
Format: Sessions will be in person in Center City.

Program Dates and Times

Weekly Trainings: Wednesdays, 9:30 AM–11:30 AM, October 21–December 16, 2026 (Center City)

Community Engagement & Listening Campaign: January 2027

Workshop Observation: January 2027

Workshop Assistance: February–March 2027 (community sites)

Workshop Facilitation: March–April 2027 (community sites)

Leadership & Professional Development: Wednesday, April 21, 2027

Program Reflections / Focus Group: Wednesday, April 28, 2027

Graduation Celebration: Wednesday, May 5, 2027

Please fill out this application to apply. The deadline to apply is Friday, September 4, 2026.

We will contact you with next steps after applications have been reviewed.

Name

First NameLast Name

Email

example@example.com

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

With what gender do you closely identify?

What is your date of birth?

Date

Where were you born?

How do you describe yourself or identify?

Other Race

With what origin do you closely identify?

When did you come to the United States?

If you cannot remember mention the date with your best idea.

How many children 17-years or younger live with you?

How many other people, 18-years or older, live with you? (DO NOT count yourself)

What language did you speak at home when you were a child? (The language you spoke most)

Your primary language

What other languages do you speak?

How well do you SPEAK English

Don't think about writing or reading, just SPEAKING.

What is your highest level of education?

Are you affiliated with any public school in Philadelphia or the School District of Philadelphia in any of the roles listed below? (You may select more than one)

Tell us about your computer skills.

Do you have a computer (laptop or desktop computer) at home?

Do you have internet at home?

What kind of Internet do you use at home?

What is your current employment status?

How much money did you make last year?

Please give your best idea in US dollars

If there are other people who make money in your house, how much money did everyone in your house make

Please give your best idea in US dollars

Do you get any money or help from government?

How did you hear about The Welcoming Center?

Anything else you want to share about yourself?

Please re-read the dates and times of the program. Sessions without dates listed will be scheduled based on participants' availability. See below:

Weekly Trainings: Wednesdays, 9:30 AM–11:30 AM, October 21–December 16, 2026 (Center City)

Community Engagement & Listening Campaign: January 2027

Workshop Observation: January 2027

Workshop Assistance: February–March 2027 (community sites)

Workshop Facilitation: April 2027 (community sites)

Leadership & Professional Development: Wednesday, April 21, 2027

Program Reflections / Focus Group: Wednesday, April 28, 2027

Graduation Celebration: Wednesday, May 5, 2027

Are you able to attend all sessions?

Why do you want to be a Peer Facilitator in this program? (100 words or less)

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Please give one example of how you have helped someone with digital skills/using technology. (100 words or less)

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What challenges do people in your community have with digital skills/technology, and what are some solutions you think could help? (100 words or less)

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