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Photo and Video competition 2014 “City in motion: people first!”

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Deadline: 25 March 2014
Open to: contestants who are 16-35 years old, professional and amateur, all genders and nationalities from the WHO European Region http://www.euro.who.int/en/countries.

Award:  Winners from both categories ( photo & video) will be invited to join the EEHYC meeting (Fully Funded)

Description

The European Environment and Health Youth Coalition is opening a call for entries to our new photo and video competition! The aim is to draw the attention of the public, policymakers, and relevant stakeholders to the views of young people on issues related to transport, health and the environment in Europe.

 

Capture in your photos and videos your views of how to ensure the efficient movement of people and goods in an environmentally conscious, safe and affordable way, and address the current challenges that transport and mobility pose to the health of individuals and that of the environment.

 

Be as creative as possible and help us show that young people care about improving transport, environment and health! The competition is being organised to coincide with the World Health Organization and the Economic Commission for Europe High-level Meeting on Transport, Health and the Environment which is taking place in Paris 14–16 April 2014.

 

Winners of both categories, photo and video, will join the EEHYC meeting in Germany in July 2014, where they will get a chance to better present their creation and to meet EEHYC members.

Eligibility

Photographs and videos must be submitted by contestants who are 16-35 years old, professional and amateur, all genders and nationalities from the WHO European Region http://www.euro.who.int/en/countries.

 

Awards

Winners from both categories ( photo & video) will be invited to join the EEHYC meeting in Germany in July 2014.
Travel expenses, accommodation and meals for both winners will be covered by the EEHYC and they will have an opportunity to present their work and actively participate in the Coalition meeting.

*In case a group who submits the video wins the competition, they will need to appoint ONE person to represent them at the EEHYC meeting in Germany.

Application

Photo:
▪ Size: maximum 12MB;
▪ File format: JPEG;
▪ There are accepted both colour and monochrome photographs;
▪ Each entry should include a title, date and location;
▪ Brief description (optional);
▪ There is a maximum of 3 entries per contestant.

Video:
▪ Length: maximum 60 seconds;
▪ Size: up to 200MB;
▪ Videos can be submitted in common digital video formats: MOV, MPEG4, AVI,
WMV, MPEGPS, FLV, 3GPP and WebM, made on digital cameras or smart
phones;
▪ Video can also be submitted in format of cartoon or animated movie;
▪ Video can be made by individual or a group;
▪ There is a maximum of 3 entries per contestant/group.

All entries must be sent to eehyc.competition@live.com
Closing date for submission is 25th of March, 23:59 CET.

Download the Detailed eligibility criteria, full terms and conditions and Application form.

 

The full text of the call is available here.

Call for application Japanese and English Interpreters for a week long mission (UNHCR)

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Call for application
Japanese and English Interpreters for a week long mission 

Japanese Company “Fuji Optical Ltd” is a private donor of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and has been assisting internally displaced persons, refugees and asylum seekers in Azerbaijan by conducting free of charge eye screening and dispensing eye glasses to vulnerable groups of the population every year since 2005. This year will be 10th such mission of the Company and its President, world famous Optometrist Doctor, 2006 Nansen Refugee Award Winner Dr. Akio Kanai to Azerbaijan. The mission will take place on 20 April – 2 May 2014 in South-western regions (Imishli, Beylagan, Fuzuli -TBC) of the country and in Baku.

Since the mission members do not speak local language, interpreting services are needed to facilitate oral communication between them and beneficiaries. In this regard, in 2014, there will be needed two English-Azerbaijani-English and four Japanese-Azerbaijani-Japanese interpreters to accompany the six optometrist doctors throughout the mission.

Tentative schedule of 2014 Fuji Vision Aid Mission has been suggested as following:
21 April, 14.00 – Meeting at UNHCR office and departure from Baku to regions 
22 April – 26 April – Eye screening for IDPs in above mentioned regions 
26 April, 15.30 – Departure of Interpreters from the region to Baku 
28 April, from 9 am to 6 pm – eye screening for refugees and asylum seekers in Baku 

Interpreters are paid approximately 70 USD per day and for maximum six days. Transportation, food and accommodation are provided by either Fuji Optical or UNHCR.

In case you are interested in taking part in the mentioned mission as an Interpreter and confident in your fluency in the required languages and available during the mentioned period, please kindly fill in the form below and submit to UNHCR Representation in Azerbaijan at Azer Aliyev 3, AZ1078, Baku or send by e-mail to “azeba@unhcr.org” by Friday, 11 March 2014.

A. Personal and contact details

Name
Surname
Gender
Date of Birth
Nationality
Address
Phone (landline) 
Phone (mobile)
E-mail
B. Education/degree
Your highest degree
Area of study
Date completed
Institution
Country
C. Employment and work experience
Current Employer 
Department/section
Position/job title
Entry date
Previous employers
Overall work experience
D. Language skills
Please provide information about the languages you speak by indicating in the appropriate cells below:
Language
Proficient
Advanced
Intermediate
Pre-Intermediate
Basic
Beginner
Azerbaijani
Japanese
English
Russian
Farsi
E. Previous experience with Fuji Optical’s vision aid missions in Azerbaijan  
Please mark in the last column for the years that you have attended as an Interpreter with Fuji Optical in Azerbaijan if applicable.
Mission number
Date
Area
Interpreted from/to: 
2005, 2-11 June
Sabirabad, Hajigabul, Baku
2006, 16-25 May
Barda, Yevlakh, Shaki, Baku
2007, 12-21 June
Beylagan, Bilasuvar, Sumgait
2008, 10-19 June
Gabala, Oghuz, Sumgait
2009, 19-28 May
Goranboy, Ganja, Absheron
2010, 19-28 May
Agjabedi, Mingachevir, Baku
2011, 23 May – 1 June
Agdam, Barda, Baku
2012, 24 June – 6 July
Terter, Goranboy, Baku
2013, 1-10 July
Mingachevir, Yevlakh, Baku

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.

 

Global Health Fellows Program II

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Gender and HIV Intern
Washington, DC

The Global Health Fellows Program II is seeking a Gender and HIV Intern (INT-P3-039) in Washington, DC.  Anticipated timeframe: Summer 2014: Compensated 12 week internship.  The Global Health Fellows Program (GHFP-II) is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute in partnership with Global Health Corps, GlobeMed, Management Systems International and PYXERA Global. GHFP-II is supported by the US Agency for International Development (USAID).

GHFP-II’s goal is to improve the effectiveness of USAID health programs by addressing the Agency’s immediate and emerging human capacity needs.  The program seeks to accomplish this goal first through the recruitment, placement and support of diverse health professionals at the junior, mid and senior levels.  These program participants include fellows, interns, corporate volunteers and Foreign Service National professionals.  The program then provides substantial performance management and career development support to participants, including annual working planning assistance, and ensures that professional development opportunities are available.

Looking to the future, GHFP-II also seeks to establish a pool of highly-qualified global health professionals that will ensure the Agency’s ongoing technical leadership and effectiveness.  This objective is supported by an extensive outreach program that brings global health opportunities and specialized career advice to a diverse range of interested individuals, with a particular focus on those underrepresented in the field of global health.

INTRODUCTION: In cooperation with the US Department of State’s Office of the US Global AIDS Coordinator, other US Government (USG) partners, international organizations, and nongovernmental organizations, USAID provides global technical leadership on the full range of issues related to HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and treatment; manages numerous research and field support programs; and monitors the impact of the Agency’s HIV/AIDS programs.  In this endeavor, USAID works very closely with a range of USG agencies involved in the fight against AIDS, such as the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Department of Defense, and Peace Corps.  More information about the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) may be found at http://www.usaid.gov/what-we-do/global-health/hiv-and-aids. Information on USAID’s work in HIV testing and counseling can be found at http://www.usaid.gov/what-we-do/global-health/hiv-and-aids/technical-areas/promoting-high-quality-hiv-testing-and.

The Gender and HIV Intern will be assigned to the Technical Leadership and Research Division of the Office of HIV/AIDS within the Bureau for Global Health.  The Office of HIV/AIDS is the focus of HIV/AIDS technical leadership for USAID and has primary responsibility for leading the Agency’s efforts within PEPFAR, a multibillion-dollar, multifaceted approach to combating the disease in more than 120 countries around the world.

The Intern will focus on program implementation efforts and research addressing gender norms and inequities and their role and impact on health outcomes.  S/he may collaborate with other colleagues in the Bureau for Global Health on implementation of gender-focused activities and research.  S/he will be managed by the OHA gender team and will work closely with the entire Technical Leadership and Research Division and collaborate with OHA expanded Gender Team and Bureau for Global Health Gender group in relevant activities as appropriate.  This position receives day to day guidance from the Gender Advisor as his/her onsite manager.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Gaining a greater understanding about PEPFAR and international work being done in the area of HIV/AIDS.  Gaining experience and expertise in gender and HIV.  Deepening skills in collaboration and coordination within a complex organizational and implementation structure.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assisting in the development and implementation of PEPFAR-supported interagency HOP activities focused on gender norms and inequities, gender-based violence and HIV. Preparing literature reviews and other analytical work on one or more critical topics related to gender and HIV.  Assisting in other programmatic implementation efforts in conjunction with the Bureau for Global Health Gender Advisors to support the USAID Gender Equality Policy and the integration of gender across the Global Health portfolio (maternal and child health, family planning, TB etc.).  Participating on technical assistance team to the field. Attending program-related events within and outside USAID as requested.  Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned based on organizational and programming needs and/or the Intern’s own interests.

QUALIFICATIONS: Currently enrolled master’s or other post-bachelor’s degree candidate in a program related to public health, health administration, international development, or a related field; or, completion of such within past 12 months. Background and interest in gender is desired.  Strong writing and analytical skills, and experience in research and analysis.  US citizenship or US permanent residency required. COMPENSATION: $1,680 bi-weekly (exempt, salaried position).

TO APPLY: Detailed information, including an online application and instructions, is available on our website at www.ghfp.net.  All applications must be submitted by Tuesday, February 25, 2014 at 5:00 pm eastern time.  We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer.

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KAKEHASHI Project-The Bridge for Tomorrow

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                          Japanese American Young Adults Invitation Program

The “KAKEHASHI Project-The Bridge for Tomorrow” is a youth exchange project, promoted by the Ministry Foreign Affairs in Japan, to heighten potential interest in Japan and increase the number of overseas visitors to the country, as well as enhance international understanding of the “Japan brand,” and the nation’s strengths and attractiveness, such as Japanese-style values and “Cool Japan.” The KAKEHASHI Project- Japanese American Young Adults Invitation Programprovides a fully funded short-term study tour to Japan for undergraduate and graduate students (ages 18-25 years old at the time of application) in the United States.

The goals of Japanese American Young Adults Invitation Program are (1) to continue building cooperation between Japanese Americans and Japan, (2) to promote Japanese Americans a better understanding of Japan in a variety of fields including politics, economy and culture, and (3) to encourage Kakehashi alumni to be effective advocates in enhancing U.S.-Japan relations.

Click below to download information about the program and eligibility requirements:

 

 Application & Notification Schedule

 

 Application Procedure

 

Completed applications and all requested documentation must be received by the Japanese American Citizens League no later than the deadline application dates specified above. The application may be submitted online, via e-mail or hard-copy.

How to apply:

  • Click [here] to apply online
  • Download KAKEHASHI Application (PDF / Word) and submit by:      
    • E-mail: japanprogram@jacl.org
      (Please include first and last name in subject line)
    • Hardcopy:   Kakehashi Program
      c/o Japanese American Citizens League
      1629 K Street NW, Suite 400
      Washington, D.C. 20006

For inquiries, please contact Amy Watanabe, Kakehashi Coordinator at (202) 223-1240 or japanprogram@jacl.org.

 

Organizations involved in the implementation of the program:
Funded by the Japan-U.S. Educational Commission (Fulbright Japan)
Co-Organized by the Japan Foundation and The Laurasian Institution in the U.S.
In partnership with the Japanese American Citizens League

 

 

The Japanese American Young Adults Invitation Program is part of the “KAKEHASHI Project: The Bridge for Tomorrow”, a youth exchange project promoted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Japan, designed to heighten potential interest in Japan and increase the number of overseas visitors, as well as enhance international understanding of the “Japan brand,” and the nation’s strengths and attractiveness, such as Japanese-style values and “Cool Japan.”

For more information about The KAKEHASHI Project- The Bridge for Tomorrow, please visit: http://www.laurasian.org/kakehashi/

 

Would you like to be a volunteer in Iceland ?

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Description

SEEDS is an Icelandic non-governmental, non-profit organization with international scope. Their main field of activities is related to the promotion of cultural understanding through the work on nature-oriented, outdoors and environmental issues. SEEDS, aims at promoting respect for cultural diversity, mutual understanding and environment protection through activities which empower, promote and aid people of all ages, cultures, and backgrounds. SEEDS provides them possibilities and opportunities to live, study, experience, exchange, research and work together.

Based on real projects as exchanges, international camps, research activities, on-field work, voluntary service, educational programmes, seminars, SEEDS gives space, time and room to the participants in the activities to face challenging situations, which will enable them to broaden their perspectives, own opinions and positions about themselves. It is also important the environment they are living in and their active role in the future development of the world in terms of peace, tolerance, cross-cultural learning and environmental sustainability.

SEEDS is a member of the Icelandic National Youth Council (LÆF), the Icelandic Environment Association (LANDVERND), the Senior European Volunteers Exchange Network (SEVEN) and works actively as partner organisation of the Alliance of European Voluntary Service Organisations (The Alliance) and the Service Civil International (SCI). SEEDS relies on a dynamic office, with five paid employees and its board members; the office also hosts interns to support the administrative work. At the moment, the team is composed by eight individuals.

Eligibility

The call is open for young people aged between 18 and 30. Volunteers are selected regardless of their background. Volunteers applying for this project must have a motivation for working with international groups; an interest in environmental and sustainability issues might be useful when developing activities for the groups. Volunteer’s enthusiasm and interest in order to engage with people, to work in teams but also willingness to accept personal responsibilities are highly appreciated. A readiness to work with flexibility in changing or developing situations is essential, as well as an ability to occasionally work in high-pressure situations.

English language skills are of advantage. Ethnic groups, religion, sexual orientation or political opinion are not taken into account.

Benefits

The organization provides accommodation, food, pocket money, health insurance and 90% of expenses of the round-trip.

Application

The deadline for applications is 31 January 2014.

If you are interested in any or some of the projects and the period of time suits you, please send via email before the deadline to evs@seeds.is, all the following documents in English:

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Specific motivation letter for the project
  • Filled form with a summary of your data and SEEDS questionnaire with additional questions. Click here to download it.

Applications will only be considered if the 3 documents are received fully completed. If you have applied for SEEDS projects in the past, please notice that the questionnaire has slightly changed. Please state clearly which project(s) you are applying for, your preference and availability of time.

For more information, please visit the official website.

First Annual International Student Media Symposium 2014 in Ukraine

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Deadline: 20 January 2014
Open to: full-time and part-time students, as well as young scholars from Ukraine and abroad
Venue: 21-22 March 2014, Lviv, Ukraine

Description

The Ukrainian Catholic University School of Journalism with the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark and the NIRAS Consulting Company are pleased to announce a call for students’ research paper abstracts for participation in the First Annual International Student Media Symposium (SMS) 2014 “TRANSMEDIA: Transformation, Transition, Transgression” that will be held in Lviv, Ukraine on 21-22 March 2014.

The Student Media Symposium (SMS) is intended to create a new academic platform for the exchange of ideas, projects and results of media research among young scholars and journalists and leading media researchers and media experts from Ukraine and abroad at the School of Journalism of the Ukrainian Catholic University in Lviv, Ukraine.

SMS 2014 includes three main foci: media studies, media criticism, and new media:

  • The Media Studies Laboratorium of SMS focuses on media and journalism recent researches, as well as on media transformations;
  • The Media Criticism Workshop, based on a discussion format, is aimed at finding new ways of critical analysis of contemporary cultural processes retranslated through media;
  • The Media Experimentarium unites practitioners involved in the development and promotion of innovative technologies and media projects.

The SMS organizational structure provides selection and review of the applications, individual work with discussants, and the presentation of research and creative projects within SMS’2014 platforms.

Cooperation with the applicants within the Media Studies Laboratorium will be based on three stages:

  • Reviewing proposals and individual work of the participants with their discussants during the month before the Symposium;
  • Presentations and reports; discussions involving discussants, moderators, and section guests during the Symposium;
  • All research papers will be published in the electronic journal SMS’2014 and placed on the Symposium web page. The best research papers according to the discussants’ and referees will be delivered to editors of Ukrainian and foreign scholarly journals and media outlets.

Calls for papers for the Media Criticism Workshop and the Media Experimentarium will be announced in January 2014.

Thematic areas of SMS’2014:

  • Media and the Socio-political Transformation in Ukraine and Abroad;
  • Transformations in Journalism;
  • Audio-visual Communication;
  • Language and Media;
  • Media, Ethics and Morality;
  • Media, Church and Religion;
  • Media and Gender;
  • Media Anthropology;
  • Media Innovations, Advertising and PR;
  •  Transgression of New Media Formats and Technologies.

Costs

Participation in SMS’2014 is free of charge. The organizers cover travel cost, accommodations and meals.

Eligibility

The participants might be full-time or part-time students (bachelors, masters, postgraduates, doctoral students (PhD) or young scholars of any humanitarian, socio-economic, and technical spheres from Ukraine or abroad.

Application

The applicants should submit:

  1. An abstract of a future research paper: this should not just be a summary for the oral presentation, but also should include plans for turning the paper into an article;
  2. CV (should include information about the education and professional experience of the prospective participant, as well as any awards, scholarships, fellowships, publications, presentations, etc.; contact information, language skills (with a note about which additional languages the applicant can write his/her article in and can speak at the symposium);
  3. Letter of recommendation from a research consultant/adviser (if applicable).

Requirements for research paper abstract:

We accept student abstracts on the topics mentioned above. The application abstract should contain the object and the subject of the research work, as well as the goals and objectives of the paper, the relevance and novelty of the topic, and theoretical underpinnings. A list of key theses should be provided, an outline of methodology, and the practical and theoretical significance of the study. The project should have an original approach to the topic. Additional visual aids for projects (charts, tables, infographics, etc.) are encouraged.

The length of the abstract should be no more than 600 words (size 14, Times New Roman font, 1.5 line spacing); acceptable formats – Word doc, docx, rtf, or pdf.

Languages of Application Materials: Ukrainian and English; Russian and English; English.

The deadline for abstract submission: The abstract along with the author’s CV and letter of recommendation need to be sent in email form with attachments by January 20, 2014 to mediacom@ucu.edu.ua.

Attention! Compiled works and works that contain plagiarism will not be considered by the jury. Quotations should be in the appropriate bibliographical format and footnoted; information from the Internet should contain a link to sources.

The results will be announced at the end of January 2014. The distribution of sections and individual assignments of discussants for further cooperation with the authors will be announced in late January 2014. The deadline for final versions of student papers is 10 March 2014.

The official call

Apply to join the SustainUS delegation to the UN Commission on the Status of Women!

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Delegates Sarah Handler and Elizabeth Tang at the opening ceremony of the 57th Commission on the Status of Women.

SustainUS is now accepting applications to join the Agents of Change (AoC) youth delegation to the 58th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW-58), which will be held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City from March 10-21, 2014. CSW-58 will address the theme: “Challenges and achievements in the implementation of the Millennium Development Goals for women and girls.”

Selected delegates will have the opportunity to work with government officials, scientists, civil society representatives, and youth from around the world to review progress on issues related to gender equality and advancement of women. In the past, AoC delegates have presented case studies and policy statements on behalf of youth; participated in forums with fellow representatives of civil society; and met with government delegates, international organizations, and the US State Department.

Delegates are expected to contribute something unique to our efforts to take part in the international policymaking process and increase youth participation in the global arena. The delegation will especially benefit from delegates with grassroots and policy experience in gender equality, advancement of women, and youth issues. Young people with academic interests in the topics and organizing experience are also encouraged to apply. SustainUS is committed to selecting a skilled, diverse, and passionate delegation. CSW is a great way to become familiar with the UN, and we welcome newcomers!

AoC delegates will be expected to engage in substantial preparation in the months leading up to the Commission, which may include working with media outlets, giving community presentations, and personal fundraising. Delegates will be required to stay in regular email contact and take part in research and conference calls. The days during CSW-58 will be long yet fulfilling, as delegates will contribute to the delegationʼs goals as a team while taking initiative in their areas of interest.

The delegation will be assisted by delegation leaders Emilie Litsas and Sarah Handler, who are CSW veterans, and the Agents of Change program coordinators, Yi Wang and Alyssa Tsuchiya. The delegation leaders will organize sessions and support delegates in navigating and contributing meaningfully at CSW-58. SustainUS will also arrange for accreditation and assist delegates in finding housing in New York City.

Application Procedure

Access the application form with the button above, or here. Applications must be received by 5:00 pm EST on Sunday, January 19, 2014. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All applicants will be notified of the application results by late January, and the selected candidates will be required to confirm their participation shortly thereafter. If you have any questions, please contact AoC Coordinators Yi Wang and Alyssa Tsuchiya at agents@sustainus.org.

Online Q&A Session

SustainUS will hold one live application troubleshooting session for interested applicants on January 12, 2014 at 8 pm EST.

Instructions for joining the webinar:

1. Go to: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/650103629 and use your microphone and speakers (VoIP) – a headset is recommended. Or,

2. Call in using your telephone.
Dial +1 (773) 897-3000
Access Code: 650-103-629
Meeting ID: 650-103-629

Look forward to meeting you there!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SustainUS?

Founded in 2001, SustainUS is a nonpartisan, youth-run, volunteer-led organization advancing sustainable development and youth empowerment. Through proactive education, research, and advocacy at the policy-making and grassroots levels, we are building a future in which all people recognize the inherent equality and interdependence of social, economic, and environmental sustainability. We strive to reflect our values through the diversity of members and projects, our ongoing commitment to educating ourselves and others, and the way we live our lives.

What is Agents of Change?

Agents of Change is SustainUS’ largest national program. Agents of Change offers young people from all over the country to opportunity to take part in high-level meetings at the United Nations that directly affect the world that we as young people will inherit.

What is CSW?

The United Nations Commission on the Status of Women is dedicated to promoting gender equality by identifying challenges and establishing standards for the social, economic, political, and civil rights of women. Member states and non-government representatives, including the SustainUS delegation, will share and evaluate experiences, lessons, and best practices, as well as identify key goals for further advancement of women. Meetings take place once per year, usually in March.

SustainUS has organized youth delegations to CSW since 2009, the 54th Session.

Who can apply?

  • Applicants are required to be between 13 and 26 as of March 2014. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to CSW.
  • Applicants must be either (a) be a US citizen or (b) have studied or worked in the US for more than six months.
  • Applicants need not have previous experience with SustainUS or gender policy. We welcome newcomers!
  • Unfortunately, participation in the program requires accreditation from the United Nations, so we are unable to accept applications from undocumented youth.

When is the program?

CSW-58 takes place March 10–21, 2014. We expect selected delegates to attend the entirety of the conference, to the best of their ability.

Delegates are also expected to dedicate 1-5 hours of work per week preparing for CSW from late January until the conference.

Where is the program?

CSW-58 takes place in New York City at the United Nations Headquarters.

The preparation work for CSW will be done remotely via email and conference calls.

When is the application deadline?

Sunday, January 19, 2014. Please email agents@sustainus.org with any questions, or to request a deadline extension.

What are the participation costs?

Participation in the Agents of Change program and CSW-58 is free! However, delegates must fund their own housing, food, and travel costs. Financial standing should not be a barrier to application or participation. The delegation leaders and Agents of Change Coordinators will support delegation members in fundraising, and scholarships are available for delegates from underrepresented background. Please email agents@sustainus.orgfor details.

Japan Fund for Global Environment: Grants for NGOs

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Deadline: 12 February 2014
Open to: non-governmental organizations or a non-profit organizations working in the area of environmental conservation
Grant: Average grant per project is 4 million yen

Description

The Environmental Restoration and Conservation Agency of Japan (ERCA) has established the Japan Fund for Global Environment (JFGE) through an initial endowment from the Japanese government together with contributions from the private sector, including individuals and private corporations. The interest accrued from these funds is then used to provide support to NGOs working in the area of environmental conservation.

The Japan Fund for Global Environment has been supporting various environmental conservation projects in and outside Japan from the time of its establishment in 1993. With a broader objective to develop national movements to protect the global environment, JFGE aims to support the NGO projects for environmental conservation in developing regions with immediate needs; strengthen Japan’s involvement in global environmental conservation; and to offer people from different fields and classes a chance as a Global Citizen, to participate actively in environmental NGO projects or to contribute money to support environmental NGO projects.

Eligibility

The JFGE supports non-government organizations that work hard and steady for environmental cooperation at a grassroots level from the viewpoint of global environmental conservation. Eligible organizations will be juridical persons or other organizations that are non-profit and base their activities on the public will. This qualification includes foundations, incorporated association, specified non-profit organizations. Unincorporated associations are also included. Business enterprises and local public bodies are not eligible.

Because this grant program is financed with government and private contributions and the grants are awarded through an official system, it is necessary to ensure that grants’ money are used in accordance with the stated goals and that the projects awarded grants are actually implemented.

To give this assurance, grant recipient organizations must be non-government organizations that are engaged in global environmental conservation activities and that are one of the following:

1. Juridical persons in Japan established in accordance with the provisions of Article 34 of Japan’s Civil Code, or their equivalent nonprofit organizations.

2. Organizations in Japan founded in accordance with the provisions of Article 10 of Japan’s Law to Promote Specified Nonprofit Activities and engaged in specified nonprofit activities.

3. Non-governmental, nonprofit, unincorporated associations that satisfy all the requirements below:

  • The association must possess Articles of Incorporation or equivalent bylaws.
  • The association must possess a well-established body that makes decisions for the organization and implements the project for which the Grant is requested.
  • The association must possess an accounting structure capable of bookkeeping and self-auditing.
  • The association must possess an office that serves as a base of their activities.
  • The association must be deemed to have capacity to execute the project for which the Grant is sought, judging from its track record.

Grants

Two types of grant are available for this year. If your organization was established less than ten years ago and it is the first time to be granted by JFGE, you must download the Entry grant  guide. Otherwise download the Regular Grant guide.

Application

The deadline for applying is 12 February 2014.

Download the Grant Application Form for new projects HERE ( Grant Application Form (New Projects) (PDF 460KB) ) or for continuing projects HERE ( Grant Application Form (Continued Projects) (PDF 442KB) ). The following procedures should be fulfilled:

  1. Organizations wishing to apply for the JFGE Grant must submit the Grant Application Form during the fixed time period for that fiscal year (beginning of January to middle of February) to the Environmental Restoration and Conservation Agency (see contact details below).
  2. The Environmental Restoration and Conservation Agency shall conduct a review and hearing on the contents of the grant applications. An informal decision on grant recipients and grant amounts will be made based on the opinion of the JFGE Management Council. The selected organization will be sent a notification of informal approval for JFGE Grant.
  3. If the selected organization decides to accept the contents of the informal approval, the organization must prepare the Letter of Consent for JFGE Grant based on the informally approved amount and send it to the Environmental Restoration and Conservation Agency within a month.
  4. The Environmental Restoration and Conservation Agency, upon receipt of the Letter, will examine the contents of the Letter and then send a Notification of JFGE Grant Approval to the approved organization.

Environmental Restoration and Conservation Agency Department of The Japan Fund for Global Environment address:

Muza Kawasaki Central Tower, 8th floor 1310, Omiya-cho, Saiwaiku, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture 212-8554, Japan
Fax 81-44-520-2190
E-mail jfge@erca.go.jp

For further information, please visit the official website.

Ford Fellowship 2015, New York City

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Deadline: 30 June 2014
Open to: community leaders over 21 years old who are living and working in Brazil, China, Ghana, India, Israel, Kenya, Malaysia, Poland and Russia
Fellowship: airfare, accommodation, food, transportation, small stipend, instruction and other program-related expenses

Description

Ford Motor Company, a global corporation and world leader in corporate citizenship, and 92nd Street Y, the world’s first global Jewish community and cultural center, are proud to join together in launching the fifteenth year of the Ford Motor Company International Fellowship of 92nd Street Y. The program is designed to enhance the efforts of emerging leaders in communities throughout the world.

The Ford Motor Company International Fellowship of 92nd Street Y provides a tremendous opportunity to international community leaders. The residency takes place from Wednesday 27 May to Thurday 18 June 2015 in New York City. During the intensive three-week residency, Ford Fellows take classes in areas including nonprofit management strategy and leadership training at Columbia University’s Picker Center for Executive Education. The academic curriculum is complemented by visits to model nonprofits in New York City and meetings with academic, business and government leaders. The experience is enhanced by Fellows’ residency at 92nd Street Y, the world’s first global Jewish community and cultural center. Founded in 1874 and considered a New York landmark, 92nd Street Y annually serves over 300,000 people of all backgrounds, religions, nationalities, ethnicities, races and socio-economic groups.

Fellows participate in an intensive immersion experience designed to address the challenges of community building in today’s world. In partnership with the Picker Center for Executive Education at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs, the organizers provide classes and participatory workshops in nonprofit management, leadership, and strategic thinking.

The academic curriculum is complemented by visits to model nonprofits throughout New York City and meetings with academic, business, and government leaders. The experience is enhanced by the Fellows’ residency at 92nd Street Y, an institution founded in 1874 that has grown to serve over 300,000 people annually. At once a school, a lecture hall, a performance space, and a community organization, 92nd Street Y is a nonprofit organization unique in the world and vital to the cultural life of New York City. Fellows have the opportunity to meet with 92nd Street Y staff experts, board members, and community partners.

Eligibility

A successful applicant must demonstrate that he or she:

  • is a community leader engaged in the nonprofit sector, either professionally or as a volunteer;
  • is successfully addressing issues that affect the community’s well-being;
  • would benefit from an intensive three-week nonprofit management training course in New York;
  • is living and working in Brazil, China, Ghana, India, Israel, Kenya, Malaysia, Poland or Russia; and
  • is at least 21 years old (by 1 June 2015).

Applicants must have several years of leadership experience. The rganizers seek candidates from a variety of backgrounds with the aim of creating a group of Fellows who will work well together and offer a diversity of views and experiences. Candidates should be emerging leaders addressing issues whose resolution can have a significant positive impact on their communities, on their countries, and—collectively—on the world.

Applicants must demonstrate fluency in English, have valid passport, and have regular access to a computer and the Internet. They may not be current recipients of other fellowships.

Fellowship

Airfare, accommodations, food, transportation, instruction and other program-related expenses are included in the fellowship, and participants receive a small stipend upon arrival.

Application

Applications must be postmarked or emailed by 30 June 2014.

If you are eligible for the program and wish to apply, please complete the enclosed application form (available HERE)  and email it to fordfellowship@92Y.org. Please fill out this form clearly and completely and send it, along with your cover letter, curriculum vitae, and two-page essay, by the application deadline.

Two letters of recommendation are also required, which must be sent to us directly and privately by your references.

Please contact Alison Gardy HERE or Mayola Charles HERE if you have any questions.

For further information, visit the official website HERE.

Global Peace on the Move XII Fellowship in Thailand – June 2014

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Deadline: February 28 2014

Open to: Young peacemakers, leaders and activist from any country

Remuneration:  

The Thailand fellowship includes:

  • full or partial sponsoring of airfare,
  • free accommodation,
  • free catering,
  • free local transportation,
  • free meditation retreat fee.

Description:
Applications for the Peace Revolution Fellowship in Thailand – Global Peace On The Move XII – June 15-28 2014 are open now!

The fellowship offers a 14 days intensive training program providing participants with deeper insight in the relationship between inner peace and sustainable world peace and enhancing their ability to create peace within their family, professional and social environment.

In addition to our intense meditation practice, participants will gain knowledge of various theoretical approaches that include:

Conflict resolution and the role of the basic human self-disciplines
The role of our habits in our daily life and how to improve; the 5 Rooms of life
The factors that determine our perception to think, act and speak; relation between body and mind
Leadership: Eight pillars for a stable peaceful society
Thai-Buddhist Studies

Eligibility:
Candidates should be 18-30 years old at the time of submitting the application in order to receive the airfare support.
Candidates must have completed 42 days of the online self-development program. Note that in order to submit the application form, candidates do not need to have completed the online self-development program.
Candidates must have completed at least 1 ONLINE Special Ops.
Candidates have good proficiency in written and spoken English language.
Candidates should be optimistic, be open-minded, show leadership potential, and have a genuine interest in peace.

Application:
http://www.peacerevolution.net/docs/en/peace-revolution-fellowship-for-youth