Alumni Network
Since 2010, RFG has supported outstanding, public service-focused Americans dedicated to addressing national and international challenges for the benefit of people in the United States and around the world. The Robertson Foundation for Government and RFG Fellows benefit from an active network of alumni, who provide input for ongoing enhancement of foundation programs, and who support and mentor each other, share resources, and collaborate and engage as colleagues throughout their careers.
Benefits of Being an RFG Alum
Access to a growing community of RFG Fellows involved in a wide range of work and initiatives across the United States and around the world.
Invitations to participate in RFG trainings, seminars, and events organized by other groups to support ongoing professional development.
Opportunities to participate in career networking events sponsored by RFG.
Access to a Professional Development Fund for up to $500 per RFG Alum annually to support participation in workshops, conferences, and other activities that will build an alum’s public service career capacity.
Professional growth opportunities to serve as a mentor to RFG Fellows, to enhance public speaking skills at RFG events as invited guest speakers, and to lead as a member of the RFG Alumni Council.
RFG Alumni Spotlight
RFG is proud to highlight the accomplishments of fellows and alumni in The Robertson Report, RFG’s newsletter, and through announcements on the RFG LinkedIn page. Check out the Alumni Spotlight Series and learn about the important work alumni are involved in and the many ways their skills and talents are creating positive impacts.
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
Patricia Weng
University of California, San Diego
Having graduated from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) in 2016, Patricia Weng now serves as an Associate Economic Affairs Officer under the United Nations Secretariat. Specifically, she works for the UN Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), which is one of several agencies and organizations that falls beneath the purview of the UN Secretariat. When we connected with Patricia this quarter, she shared a great deal about the technical aspects of her work and how she has adapted to life in Latin America, including learning Spanish. She also shared how she was able to secure her current position through the UN’s Young Professionals Programme (YPP), an initiative that she encourages any eligible RFG Fellows and Alumni to consider when applying for work with the UN. Read More
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