What is this page?

This is the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page of the Onero Institute Internal Site. Listed here are some of the most common questions that you may have along with the most straightforward answers. If there is a person who would have more pertinent/specific information, their role is listed and the current holder of that position is listed in brackets.

What’s the different between the Onero Institute and Onero GW?

The Onero Institute is the umbrella nonprofit organization. Onero GW is a chapter of the organization that operates at George Washington University (where we first received support and funding).

Is Onero a non-profit organization or a student organization?

The Onero Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Onero GW and Onero Tufts are chapters of the organization that operate as student organizations at their respective campuses.

How was Onero founded?

The Onero Institute was initially conceived by founders Elad Raymond and Andrew Ma while they were roomates at the School for Ethics and Global Leadership in 2016. Several years later, they managed to finally kickstart the Onero Institute at GW and create the organization we know today.

What does Onero mean?

Onero is a Latin verb meaning “to burden” or “to overload.” We selected this name as it symbolizes the type of load the young people of the world will have to bear as they grow into roles of leadership in international affairs.

What’s the best way to contact people?

Most people are responsive on Slack and via Email. Some members may list alternative methods of communication (such as a phone number). Generally speaking, do the following:

• Use Slack for any routine communications

• Use Email for important announcements, external communications, and anything that people should have a record of

• Use other forms of communication only when the person you are speaking with has indicated that they prefer it or they have not responded to Slack and Email.

Of course, if you are providing instructions for people outside of the organization, please instruct them to use Email.

I found an error on the website/I found something that needs to be updated on the website. What do I do?

Fill out the website update form. Direct further questions to Director of Comms [Maggie McKinney]

My friend wants to apply to join Onero. How can they do that? Is it possible after the recruitment deadline has passed?

They can fill out the general application and we will get back to them. If the circumstances of their application require greater involvement on the part of one department or program of the Onero Institute, please inform HR.

I’m going to be unavailable/studying abroad/relocating to a different timezone for an extended period of time. What do I do?

Let your director know, fill out the Studying Abroad Form found on the internal website, and put a note in your Slack profile.

I would like to move from my current position to a different one within Onero. Who do I talk to?

Horizontal movement is possible and done on a case-by-case basis. Please reach out to HR. They will provide you with further information/meetings depending on your situation.

I saw/am aware of an incidence of misconduct. What should I do?

Reach out to HR and provide them with any information necessary for them to determine the best course of action.

I have an event proposal. Where do I submit it?

Fill out the Events Request Form. Direct further questions to Director of Events [Adelina Hernandez]

I know of an event that we should cosponsor. Where do I submit it?

Fill out the Events Request Form. Direct further questions to Director of Events [Adelina Hernandez]

I know of a person/organization that I think the Onero Institute should connect with. Who do I talk to?

Speak with the Director of Outreach [Hannah Sobran]

I need an official Onero Letterhead, promotional materials, or something else for official communications. Who do I talk to?

Speak with the Director of Development [Sara Franks], who may involve the Executive Team as necessary

I have a fundraising/sponsorship/development idea. Who should I speak with?

Reach out to the Director of Development [Sara Franks]

I have a content piece that hasn’t been edited yet/hasn’t progressed to the next stage of editing. Who do I contact?

Contact whichever editor has been assigned to that piece. If your content piece does not have an assigned editor or they have not responded, contact the Chief Editor(s) [Andrew Ma]

I need a graphic/image created for content/event/other purposes. Who do I ask?

Fill out the graphic request form. Direct further questions to Director of Comms [Maggie McKinney]

There is something I would like to have posted on the Onero social media accounts. Who do I ask?

Reach out to Director of VE [Maggie McKinney]

I have an idea for a podcast episode/I know of someone who would like to appear in an episode. Who do I speak with?

Reach out to Podcast Team Director [Ryan Bolduc]

Do we have money for (something regarding the GW Chapter)?

Reach out to the GW Chapter Treasurer [Vacant, but will be filled shortly]

Do we have money for (something regarding the entire organization)?

Speak with your Director and direct further inquiries to the appropriate Directors and Executive Team if instructed

I have another question not listed here. Who should I talk to first?

Speak with your director. They will provide advice and connect you with the right answer or someone that can provide you with what you are looking for.

I thought of something that should be included in this FAQ. What should I do?

Fill out the website update form.