FAQs

 

  1. Where does FLY get its funding?
    Like all Yale affinity groups, FLY is is supported by the Office of Diversity & Inclusion within Human Resources.
     
  2. Are there membership fees?
    No. It is free to be a FLY member. Most of our events are free to attend. A nominal participation fee may be required for workshops or off-campus events. 
     
  3. Are there leadership opportunities within the group? 
    FLY is guided by a group of leaders known as the Steering Committee. These members are Yale staff members who volunteer their time and skills to create programming for young professionals at Yale. Anyone interested in taking a more active role in FLY should contact the co-­chairs. There is no set time commitment for a leadership role in FLY.
     
  4. Who should I talk to about my idea for an event/charity or my general question or comment? 
    FLY welcomes your ideas, questions, or comments. Simply fill out the form on our Get Involved! page to let us know what’s on your mind. You are also welcome to contact fly@yale.edu to discuss your interests.
     
  5. How do I join?
    Yale staff members who are 36 and under are automatically enrolled in FLY. However, all Yale employees are invited to attend our events and join FLY. There is no set time commitment. We encourage all those who share our vision and goals to become part of the FLY community. Click here to sign up for our mailing list (search for Future Leaders of Yale), click here to get involved, or email us for more information.