We think university EA groups can be incredibly valuable. However, we know organising or starting a new group can feel overwhelming. The Organiser Support Programme (OSP), a remote programme run by the Centre for Effective Altruism, is here to help. We make organising a university EA group achievable, accessible, and effective. Our programs have supported over 200 organisers and we are excited to help you too!
<aside> 🏎️ Applications are open for Spring 2025! Apply here before Sunday 17th November.
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OSP provides guidance and resources for running an EA university group, including:
<aside> 😄 At least three meetings with an experienced mentor
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<aside> ✏️ Access to trainings and templates
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<aside> 🏆 Working through a semester planning document
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Opportunities to connect virtually with other organisers
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<aside> 👀 [Potentially] Prioritised access to future programmes
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<aside> 🏡 [Potentially] A retreat to meet other organisers and EA professionals
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For new groups, OSP includes additional support previously offered by ⏩ UGAP to help accelerate them from a few interested organisers to a mid-sized EA group:
<aside> 💡 A sample game plan for your first semester
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<aside> 📖 A guide with helpful resources
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<aside> 📔 Facilitator training to run your first introductory fellowship or seminar program
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<aside> 💰 Visit our EA Groups Resource Centre to learn more about applying for funding for your group (and access other helpful group resources). As in previous rounds, please note that OSP does not offer organisers a stipend. However, if this impacts your ability to apply, we would appreciate hearing from you as we continue to assess this aspect of the program.
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<aside> 📖 We are also looking for people with organising experience to serve as mentors for OSP. You can find out more and apply to become a mentor here.
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