GTP Application - Awaken the North

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Welcome to the Awaken the North Goðar Training Program Application.

We want to take a moment to thank you for your interest in joining the AtN GTP. The following application process is rather intense with in-depth questions, taking us on a journey into the very being of you.

Please make sure you fill out the form in it's entirety. Missing or incorrect information will result in a denial.

There are a few main requirements you may wish to prepare for before beginning. First and foremost, you will be required to submit an application essay on why you want to be a Goðar with Awaken the North. This is a minimum word count of 1200 words, submittable in either Word or PDF format. This will be your first "assignment" for the course, so please do take your time. Please use proper English, pay attention to details such as spelling and grammar, and flex those writing muscles!

You will be asked for 5 references: 3 personal, 2 professional. Please make sure you have that information on hand as well.

There is a non-refundable $10 application fee, payable through PayPal at the end of the application.

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Legal name as it appears on your state issued ID: *

First

Last

Preferred Name: *

First

Last

Your pronouns are: *

ce/cir/cirself
co/co/coself
cy/cyr/cyrself
ey/em/emself
he/him/himself
hey/hem/hemself
ne/nem/nemself
qui/quem/quemself
she/her/herself
sie/hir/hirself
tey/tem/temself
they/them/themself
ve/vis/verself
xe/xem/xemself
xie/hir/hirself
yo/yo/yoself
ze/zir/zirself

We are an inclusive organization, open to all people. If the concept of pronouns is offensive to you, this is your opportunity to close this application and find a different organization to be a part of.

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Which country do you live in? *

Are you active military with an APO/FPO/DPO/AA/AE/AP mailing address? *

Home Address: *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

APO/FPO/DPO/AA/AE/AP Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

APO/FPO/DPO/AA/AE/AP

State / Territory

Postal

International Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Country

Please keep in mind that the ordination through Awaken the North is only legal within the United States. Please check with your local laws or ordination rules.

Phone *

Email *

Confirm Email

Please check all social medias you are active on (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):

Blue Sky
Discord
Facebook
Instagram
Kuaishou
LinkedIn
Mastodon
Pinterest
QQ
Quora
QZone
Reddit
Sina Weibo
SnapChat
Telegram
TikTok
Tumblr
Twitch
Twitter
WeChat
WhatsApp
YouTube
Other:

Blue Sky Profile Link: *

Discord Profile Link: *

Facebook Profile Link: *

Instagram Profile Link: *

Kuaishou Profile Link: *

LinkedIn Profile Link: *

Mastodon Profile Link: *

Pinterest Profile Link: *

QQ Profile Link: *

Quora Profile Link: *

QZone Profile Link: *

Reddit Profile Link: *

Sina Weibo Profile Link: *

SnapChat Profile Link: *

Telegram Profile Link: *

TikTok Profile Link: *

and doing? active

Tumblr Profile Link: *

Twitch Profile Link: *

Twitter/X Profile Link: *

WeChat Profile Link: *

WhatsApp Profile Link: *

YouTube Profile Link: *

Now, let's learn a little more about you as a person.

This application is for enrollment as:

a brand new member of the faith, starting my path anew.
a somewhat experienced Heathen, wanting to learn more and take on the duties and requirements of being a Goðar.
an old pro at Heathenry, involved for 10+ years.

How long have you been practicing Heathenry? *

If you had one free hour each day, how would you use it? *

Are you 25 yrs old or older? *

Please stop here.

Unfortunately, this is a requirement of the position, and can not be waived. Please feel free to return to this application once this requirement has been met.

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Relationship Status: *

Single
Married
Common-law married
Separated
Divorced
Widowed
Engaged
Dating
Life Partner
Polyamorous

Partner's Name *

Does your partner reside in the same house? *

Partner's Address: *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

How long have you been in this relationship? *

What are three things about your partner that make you smile? *

Please use full sentences and be descriptive.

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Now let's talk about who knows you best.

Please list three personal references and two professional references. These people will be contacted, so please make sure you are "out of the broom closet" to whomever you list. If you need assistance, please contact Goði Beast directly. Please pause here to gather the information needed.

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Personal Reference #1

Partner/Spouse/Mate/Significant Other if applicable.

Name: *

First

Last

Does Reference #1 know you are out of the broom closet? *

WARNING:

The confirmation process does involve specific questions of the references regarding your beliefs and practices, among other things. Please be sure you are listing people who know, or you are ok with knowing. Awaken the North is not responsible for outing you to your friends and family.

Is this person in the United States? *

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Country

Phone *

Email *

Confirm Email

#1's relationship to you: *

If you could go back in time and talk to this person's 15-year-old self, what advice would you give them? *

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Personal Reference #2

Name: *

First

Last

Does Reference #2 know you are out of the broom closet?

WARNING:

Is this person in the United States? *

Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Country

Phone *

Email *

Confirm Email

#2's relationship to you: *

If you could go back in time and talk to this person's 15-year-old self, what advice would you give them?

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Personal Reference #3

Name *

First

Last

Does Reference #3 know you are out of the broom closet?

WARNING:

Is this person in the United States? *

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Country

Phone

Email *

Confirm Email

#3's relationship to you: *

If you could go back in time and talk to this person's 15-year-old self, what advice would you give them? *

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Now, let's discuss your professional references.

The two following references are of a professional manner. There will be no discussion of your religious beliefs with these two references, unless you specifically state that they are aware.

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Professional Reference #1

Name *

First

Last

Company Name: *

Is this company in the US?

Business Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Country

Email *

Confirm Email

Phone

Is this person aware of your religious beliefs?

Yes, feel free to discuss.
No, please do not discuss.

What is/was this person's professional relationship to you? *

i.e. supervisor, manager, co-worker, etc.

Are you still employed with this company?

Yes.
No.

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Professional Reference #2

Name *

First

Last

Company Name:

Is this company in the US?

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Country

Phone

Email *

Confirm Email

Is this person aware of your religious beliefs?

What is/was this person's professional relationship to you? *

i.e. supervisor, manager, co-worker, etc.

Are you still employed with this company?

Yes.
No.

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Are you active or retired military?

Which branch?

United States Army
United States Marine Corps
United States Navy
United States Air Force
United States Space Force
United States Coast Guard
United States Reservist
Other:

Other: *

CO's Name: *

First

Last

CO's Mailing Address: *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Phone *

Email *

Confirm Email

Are you currently a DRGL for Awaken the North?

Yes
No
Tell me more...

Awaken the North's DRGL Program

DRGL Requirements:

Must be an active member of AtN for at least 60 days.
Must have a computer/laptop. This training will be done on a PC/Laptop, as it is not formatted for mobile devices. Most of it will work on Mobile, but some of it will not. A PC/Laptop will be required for other Emissary obligations as well.
Must agree to and pass a background check.
Must have an active Facebook account (A new account may be created for an emissary) or join the Discord Server.
Must be willing and able to travel to local events.
Must be willing and able to interact with a wide variety of people.

Learn more at: https://awakenthenorth.org/drgls/

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Now, let's get a little deeper into who YOU are!

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Are you legally a US citizen? *

CAUTION:

Please keep in mind that the ordination through Awaken the North is only legal within the United States. Please check with your local laws or ordination rules. You are more than welcome to complete the GTP, but know that the ordination may not stand in your country.

Which country do you hold citizenship in? *

Ethnicity: *

Hispanic/Latino
American Indian/First Nations/Alaska Native
Asian
Black/African American
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
White
Prefer not to answer
Other:

Other: *

Native Language: *

English
Icelandic
Chinese
Spanish
Latin
Arabic
Hindi
Bengali
Portuguese
Russian
Japanese
Lahnda (Western Punjabi)
Other:

Other: *

I am fluent in:

English
Icelandic
Old Norse
Chinese
Spanish
German
Latin
Gaelic
Arabic
Hindi
Bengali
Portuguese
Russian
Japanese
Lahnda (Western Punjabi)
Other:

Other: *

Primary Religious Affiliation: *

Norse Heathenry
Paganism
Celtic/Wiccan
Christianity
Islam
Hinduism
Buddhism
Judaism
Sikhism
Bahá'í
Jainism
Taoism
Shinto
Atheism
Agnosticism
Unitarian Universalism
Zoroastrianism
Scientology
Confucianism
Rastafarianism
New Age
Spiritual but not religious

Secondary Religious Affiliation: *

Norse Heathenry
Paganism
Celtic/Wiccan
Christianity
Islam
Hinduism
Buddhism
Judaism
Sikhism
Bahá'í
Jainism
Taoism
Shinto
Atheism
Agnosticism
Unitarian Universalism
Zoroastrianism
Scientology
Confucianism
Rastafarianism
New Age
Spiritual but not religious

Sexual Orientation: *

Heterosexual
Homosexual
Bisexual
Pansexual
Asexual
Queer
Questioning
Demisexual
Graysexual
Skoliosexual
Androsexual
Gynosexual
Sapiosexual
Polysexual
Omnisexual
Two-Spirit
Intersex
Genderqueer
Non-binary
Genderfluid
Transgender
Cisgender
Agender
Bigender
Gender Nonconforming
Gender Expansive
Fluid
Demiboy
Demigirl
Gender Questioning
Queerplatonic
Romantic Orientation
Biromantic
Heteroromantic
Homoromantic
Panromantic
Aromantic
Lithromantic
Reciprocal Romantic Attraction
Other:
Prefer not to answer.

Other: *

Are you "neuro-spicy"? *

Yes.
No.
SQUIRREL!!

The neurodiversity paradigm is a framework for understanding human brain function that recognizes the diversity within sensory processing, motor abilities, social comfort, cognition, and focus as neurobiological differences. This diversity falls on a spectrum of neurocognitive differences, or as we lovingly call it: Neuro-spicy!.

Which flavour(s) of neuro-spicy do you partake in? *

Antisocial personality disorder
Autistic
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar disorder
Developmental speech disorders
Dyslexia
Dysgraphia
Dyspraxia
Dyscalculia
Dysnomia
Intellectual disability
Obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD)
Schizophrenia
Schizoaffective disorder
Tourette syndrome
Other

Do you have any physical disabilities?

Please list your physical disabilities and explain: *

Would you require special accommodations in order to perform the duties of a Goðar?

Please list the accommodations and explain: *

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Now, let's delve into your formal education..

This might be a good time to get a drink, stand up and stretch, then come back and continue.

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Highest level of education completed: *

No formal education
Some high school
High school diploma or equivalent
Some college
Associate degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Doctoral degree

High School Name: *

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

High School CEEB Code (6 digits): *

If code is unknown, you may find it here: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/k12-educators/tools-resources/k12-school-code-search

Graduation Date: *

College/University

Did you attend College/University? *

College/University Name: *

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

College/University CEEB Code (6 digits) *

If code is unknown, you can look it up here: https://www.suny.edu/attend/ceeb-codes/search_colleges/

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Now, let's discuss what you do for fun!

In this next section, you need to think about:

What brings you joy and fulfillment?
How do you honor the Gods and Ancestors in your free time?
What mischief do you get up to?
What adventures do you seek?
How do you connect with the natural world and your spiritual path?
What activities nourish your soul and strengthen your spirit?

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Please list any and all pertinent extracurricular activities, clubs, kindreds, local organizations you are involved in. *

Please list any special talents you have, and/or awards you have received. *

Please list any and all Community Service work you participate in: *

What advice would you give to yourself at age 15? *

What superpower would you choose for yourself? Give an example of how it would apply in your religious life. *

How would you find a needle in a haystack?

What is a job you always dreamed of doing? *

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Now, it's time for some nitty-gritty questions...

Please remember that these questions are mandatory, and falsifying any information will result in immediate denial of this application, and removal from the GTP.

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Do you consent to a governmental background check? *

Please explain in detail anything that might come back on a background check: *

Stop.

Unfortunately, this is a requirement of the position, and can not be waived. Please feel free to return to this application once this requirement is able to be met.

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Are you currently or have you ever been charged with or subject to disciplinary action for scholastic or any other type of misconduct at any educational institution? *

Please explain: *

Have you ever been charged with a violation of the law which resulted in, or if still pending could result in, probation, community service, a jail sentence, or the revocation or suspension of your driver’s license (including traffic violations which resulted in a fine of $200 or more)? *

Please explain: *

Have you ever committed, assisted in committing, or attempted to commit a crime or offense for which you were not arrested? *

Please explain: *

Has a court or state agency ever issued you an order or other final notification stating that you have sexually abused, physically abused, neglected, abandoned, or exploited a child, juvenile, or vulnerable adult? *

Please explain: *

Has a court ever entered any of the following orders against you for abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, abandonment, domestic violence, exploitation, or financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult, juvenile, or child? *

Please explain: *

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Crafting Your Goðar Aspiration Essay

Understanding the Goðar Role

It is now time for the essay we discussed at the beginning of this application. Please remember it must be a minimum of 1200 words. This will be your first "assignment" for the course, so please do take your time. Please use proper English, pay attention to details such as spelling and grammar, and flex those writing muscles! Before diving into your essay, ensure you have a deep understanding of the Goðar role. Research its historical significance, its modern interpretations, and the specific qualities and skills required.

Key Themes to Explore

A Deep-Rooted Connection to Norse Mythology and Culture:
- Personal Journey: Delve into your personal journey towards Norse Paganism. How did you discover it? What sparked your interest?
- Cultural Immersion: Discuss your involvement in Norse cultural activities, such as attending Blot rituals, studying the Eddas and Sagas, or participating in historical reenactments.
- Philosophical Understanding: Explain your understanding of Norse cosmology, ethics, and worldview. How do these philosophies resonate with your own beliefs and values?
Leadership and Community Building:
- Natural Leadership: Highlight instances where you've demonstrated leadership qualities, whether in academic, extracurricular, or community settings.
- Interpersonal Skills: Discuss your ability to build strong relationships, resolve conflicts, and foster a sense of community.
- Vision for the Future: Share your vision for the future of the Goðar role. How do you plan to contribute to the community and uphold its traditions?
Spiritual Growth and Self-Development:
- Personal Practice: Describe your personal spiritual practices, such as meditation, journaling, or spending time in nature.
- Self-Awareness: Discuss your understanding of your strengths and weaknesses, and how you work to overcome challenges.
- Ethical Compass: Explain your commitment to ethical behavior and social justice. How do you apply Norse values to contemporary issues?

Essay Structure

Introduction:
- Hook the reader with a compelling anecdote or thought-provoking statement.
- Clearly state your aspiration to become a Goðar.
- Briefly outline the key themes you'll explore in your essay.
Body Paragraphs:
- Each paragraph should focus on a specific theme.
- Use vivid language and personal anecdotes to illustrate your points.
- Support your claims with evidence, such as quotes from Norse mythology or historical texts.
- Transition smoothly between paragraphs to maintain a coherent flow.
Conclusion:
- Reiterate your passion for the Goðar role.
- Summarize the key points discussed in your essay.
- End with a strong final statement that leaves a lasting impression.

Writing Tips

Be Authentic: Let your genuine passion for Norse culture shine through.
Show, Don't Tell: Use vivid descriptions and specific examples to bring your experiences to life.
Proofread Carefully: Pay attention to grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors.
Seek Feedback: Ask friends, family, or mentors to review your essay and provide constructive criticism.
Embrace Your Unique Voice: Don't be afraid to express your individuality.

Remember, the goal of your essay is to convince the admissions committee that you are a suitable candidate for the Goðar role. By following these guidelines and showcasing your passion, knowledge, and leadership potential, you can create a compelling essay that sets you apart from other applicants.

Upload your essay file: *

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