PODER (Promoting Our Diaspora through Empowerment & Resources) Program

The mission of the PODER Program is to promote agency and support amongst and for first-generation college students, as an early arrival program within their first-year Northeastern experience.

In Spanish, the word poder means “power” but it’s also a verb that means “can” or “be able to” – like ¡Sí se puede! (Yes we can!)

PODER aims to give first-generation students the power to take control over their transition into Northeastern and give them the resources to succeed throughout their journey. Through one-on-one mentor-mentee relationships, social events, and workshops PODER students learn the mechanics of a successful Northeastern experience while fostering a sense of community (familia) that they can turn to.

Qualifications:
Be an incoming student at Northeastern University (whether freshmen or transfer) who identifies as a first-generation student regardless of sexuality, immigration status, gender/gender expression, and or ability, etc.

For additional information, please visit the PODER website: https://poder.sites.northeastern.edu/about-us/