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The ITU Telecom World Young Innovators Competition

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Deadline: 8 October 2014
Open to: young people from around the world
Prize: up to 5,000 US dollars

Description

The ITU Telecom World Young Innovators Competition in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO) is looking for innovative ideas on how information and communication technologies (ICTs) can help smart cities to slow down or mitigate the effects of climate change. This might include novel technologies or combinations of existing technologies, services, and systems which would shape a smart city. It may focus on monitoring of or reporting on climate change, mitigating or adapting the impact of climate change on society, or on changes in technology and society that lead to a greener community.

Eligibility

This competition is open to all young people who are 18-30 years old and are coming from all 193  ITU’s member states.

Competition

This is a co-creation challenge, they are looking for any useful thoughts or information which might help us, as a community to develop the concept for a new startup. They will be running the challenge in parallel with an effort to crowdsource a youth contribution to the WHO Conference on Health and Climate Conference

Award

The best initial ideas will be presented at the WHO Conference on Health and Climate Change on August 27 – 29.  At the end of the competition, two winners will join ITU Telecom World 2014 in Doha, Qatar, from December 7-10 to pitch their ideas in front of industry leaders and national governments, participate in workshops, benefit from a year of ongoing mentorship, and win  up to $5 000 in seed funding.

Application

The application process is simple. Just register here  and submit your idea.

The Official Webpage

 

Applying US-Government funded international exchanges

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YES Program

http://yes-abroad.org/pages/eligibility

MAKING CONNECTIONS ACROSS 13 COUNTRIES

ELIGIBILITY

 

Peace Revolution Fellowship in Thailand – Global Peace On The Move XIII – February 2015

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Deadline: 31 October 2014
Open to: candidates between the ages of 18 and 30 years old
Fellowship: 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 XIII – February 11-24 2015 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 basic human self-discipline
  • The role of our habits in our daily life and how to improve them; the 5 Rooms  of Life approach
  • 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

 

Presently, the fellowship takes place at Mooktawan Sanctuary in an island at the southern part of Thailand. Participants will enjoy meditating in a serene and peaceful near-forest environment. Well, many people say it′s a celestial hideaway on Earth. The following video is taken from the Global Peace on the Move V event at Mooktawan:

 

http://youtu.be/ceCoUbA-Ao4

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.
  • The completed self-development program needs to be current. You may refer to the self-development validity according to the date specified by the fellowship you are applying to. If it is more than 1 year since the self-development program completion, you will have to do it again. If it is more than 6 months but less than 1 year, you will have to submit 15 days more of Inner Peace Time journal.
  • Candidates must have completed at least 1 OFFLINE (with 5 or more participants) and 1 ONLINE (with 10 or more participants) Special Ops.
  • Candidates must have submitted a PIPO Proposal.
  • 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.

Fellowship

The Thailand fellowship includes:

  • partial sponsoring of airfare*
  • free accommodation
  • free catering
  • free local transportation
  • free meditation retreat fee

*Everyone is welcome to join the fellowship. But to be eligible for the partial sponsoring of airfare, candidates must be between 18-30 years old.

Application

Application deadline: 31 October 2014

Eligibility deadline: 30 November 2014

For more details please visit the official website

 

Youth Forum “New Generation for Eu Enlargement”

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Deadline:  29 September 2014
Open to: participants between the ages of 20 and 30 years old, from EU and neigbouring countries.
Venue: 25-30 October 2014, Belgrade, Republic of Serbia

Description

The Youth Forum “New Generation for EU Enlargement” will take place in  Belgrade, Republic of Serbia, on 25 and 30 October 2014. This Forum are organized by the European Center for Peace and Development (ECPD) of the University for Peace established by the United Nations, the Association of European Border Regions (AEBR) and Youth Association of Serbia (OSS), with cooperation with Euroregion Nisava and Euroregion Drina. Analyzing the situation in the Balkans and results of projects dealing with cross-border cooperation reconciliation, tolerance and human security as preconditions for maintaining peace in the Balkans, we have concluded that, although the Balkans’ capacity for changes and innovations in the area of cross-border cooperation at the local and regional level is constantly growing, the analysis shows that there is a lack of young leaders in the border areas who can initiate and implement the cross-border projects and prepare the new generation for the EU Enlargement. Cross-border cooperation is one of the crucial factors influencing the achievements of the economics, social and territorial cohesion within Europe, especially relating to the borders between the new and the old member states, between the new member states, as well as between the new EU member states and their neighboring countries. For almost half century cross-border cooperation has been recognized as a very powerful tool for maintaining peace and building good neighbourly relations between the European borders.

The meeting aims to provide young people with a deeper understanding of the circumstances in which they live and to enable them to develop common initiatives and projects for assuring a positive prospect for young people in the border regions of Europe.

 

Eligibility

In order to be considered eligible to apply, you must fulfill all of the following criteria:

  • Preferable age between 20 and 30
  • The applicants should have ability to speak and understand English
  • postgraduate students from the Balkan region who are majoring in one of the following fields: cross-border cooperation, politics and diplomacy, economics, culture, media, tourism, sports, peace and conflict resolution.
  • young professionals in one of the following fields: cross-border cooperation, politics and diplomacy, economics, culture, media, tourism, sports, peace and conflict resolution
  • young professionals in one of the following fields: cross-border cooperation, politics and diplomacy, economics, culture, media, tourism, sports, peace and conflict resolution

Application

For applying to participate in the work of the Youth Forum, please send the filled registration form by September 29, 2014 to the following e-mail address: info@ecpdorg.net  or office@ecpd.org.rs .

DOWNLOAD | Registration form | (*.docx file)

You are encouraged to use Europass (CV) form to present yourself. You may find CV template at this link:http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/europass/home/hornav/Downloads.csp

 

For more infomation click this link..

 

Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS) Program opens

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The APIASF General Scholarship and the Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS) Program applications are now available! Please share with high school seniors and undergraduate college students you may know.

 

Here are some steps you can take to support your student(s) in the APIASF Application process:

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at outreach@apiasf.org or 877.808.7032.

 

Best,
Joy YooSenior Manager, Outreach and Community Relations

 

Balkan SAYS – Security Architecture Youth Seminar 2014 in Ljubljana, Slovenia

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Deadline: 8 September 2014
Open to: students, young professionals, future leaders and active individuals
Venue: 24-27 October in Ljubljana, Slovenia

Description

The Euro-Atlantic Council of Slovenia is a voluntary, non-profit and non-governmental interest and expert association. Their aim is to contribute to an active role played by the Republic of Slovenia in ensuring peace, security, and democratic stability in the Euro-Atlantic area through the EU and NATO. Balkan SAYS – Security Architecture Youth Seminar is a youth oriented security seminar, which goal is to connect youth from the region and beyond, discuss relevant security related topics, and search for fresh views and solutions to the most pressing regional issues. 

Eligibility

The Balkan SAYS – Security Architecture Youth Seminar is intended for students, young professionals, future leaders and active individuals who are:

  • 20 – 35 years of age;
  • interested in the security field and familiar with the seminar topics;
  • able to communicate and work in English language;
  • open to enrich their knowledge and awareness regarding the security and cooperation in the Balkans with a special emphasis to the issues of youth and display a commitment to promote positive changes;
  • committed to prepare themselves for the conference subjects, previous to their arrival in case of selection and able to participate during whole duration of the conference.

Costs

The Balkan SAYS 2014 – Security Architecture Youth Seminar will again take place on 24-27 October in Ljubljana, Slovenia.

  • Seminar application fee for international participants: 50€

The application fee includes: 4 nights’ accommodation, meals, local transportation, tour of the city and conference materials.Euro-Atlantic Council of Slovenia might be able to partly reimburse the transportation costs of the selected international participants to and from the conference venue up to 150€. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

  • Seminar application fee for Slovenian participants: 15€

The application fee includes: meals, local transportation, tour of the city and conference materials.

Application

Interested applicants need to sent a completed application form alongside with their CV to: balkan.says@gmail.com

 The official call

 

Summer 2015 Internship Opportunity with US Dept. of State

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Hello:

We appreciate your interest in internships with the U.S. Department of State.

We wanted to let you know that the application for the Summer 2015 Student Internship Program (unpaid)will open on September 2, 2014 and close on October 17, 2014.

Please note this is an earlier-than-usual deadline. We highly encourage you to complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

This program offers U.S. citizen undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to participate in 10-week, unpaid internships that provide intensive educational and professional experience within the environment of America’s principle foreign affairs agency.

So if you would like to spend next Summer as an intern with the U.S. Department of State, please mark your calendar and make sure to apply before the deadline. You’ll not only have an experience of a lifetime, you may even earn educational credit.*

* Applicants who are selected for a U.S. Department of State Student Internship Program (unpaid) can contact the selecting bureau, or the central Student Programs office, if they require further details about the program to support their request for academic credit.

Please visit http://careers.state.gov/intern/which-program-is-right-for-you for more information about the Summer 2015 Student Internship Program (unpaid), and to start the online application process via USAJobs. Please note that the deadline to submit completed applications is October 17, 2014.

We appreciate your interest in an internship with the U.S. Department of State.

Visit our forums if you have any questions, or to search for topics of interest. The forums can be found under Connect on the careers.state.govwebsite. You can also search our FAQs for more information.

 

Visit our forums if you have any questions, or to search for topics of interest. The forums can be found under Engage on the careers.state.gov website. You can also search our FAQs for more information.

International Youth Forum-2014 (Lutsk, Ukraine)

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Deadline:  20 September 2014
Open to: participants from Europe
Venue: 18-19 October 2014, Lutsk, Ukraine

Description

On October 18-19, 2014 the Ukrainian city of Lutsk will host the II International Youth Forum-2014 that will become a meeting place for the active youth from many countries.

The organizers strive to create the best working conditions for the Forum participants to exchange experience and ideas in order to create and maintain cooperation.

During the two Forum days participants will take part in presentations, discussions, panels, workshops and indulge the Lutsk city tour.

Various presentations of international funds and Ukrainian charity organizations will be a valuable initiative that will help young activists to find the financial help for their creative projects. Also the Forum encourages young leaders to take part in a contest of project ideas. The best idea will be awarded.

The Forum organizers invited VIP-guests to share their experiences with the youth and talk in informal environment.

The international Forum guests will learn about the civic sector of the Volyn region of Ukraine when attending meetings, workshops and seminars.

The organizers, NGO Youth Platform invite everyone to take part in  the Forum

Eligibility

Participants from Europe can apply

Costs

The accommondation and meals are provided. The organizers don’t cover travel costs, they are participant’s personal contribution.

Application

 

In order to apply, register HERE.

Deadline 20.09.2014

For inquiries or additional questions please contact

Oleksandr Shvets 

olek-shvets@ukr.net  or youth.forum.lutsk@gmail.com

 

Youth in Peace Education International Training 2014 in Istanbul, Turkey

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Deadline:  27 August 2014, 17.30 (GMT+2)
Open to: participants between the ages of 15 and 29 years old, from CEE, CIS and MENA regions
Venue: 22-28 September 2014 in Istanbul, Turkey

Description

The International Youth Leadership Academy (IYLA) created and based in Istanbul by a community of international and Turkish partner organizations, including UNICEF, is a space for non-formal education, capacity building and enhancement of leadership skills for youth.

The proposed international training program of IYLA will take place on 22-28 September 2014 in Istanbul, Turkey. The training will be conducted based on the experience and knowledge of experts and trainers from Habitat Center for Development and Governance and UNICEF long with Peace Educators. The main aim of this programme is to develop the capacity of local youth leaders and to support them to actively contribute to their own communities in building peace and to increase their role in peaceful activities.

Eligibility

Participants will be selected from countries in the CEE, CIS and MENA regions. Young people from other parts of the world are also encouraged but the priority will be given to the applications from those given regions. Application criteria are as follows:

  • be between 15 and 29 years of age,
  • have the ability to use English as the working language throughout the training program,
  • represent a youth NGO (priority will be given to those that work on conflict resolution or/peace studies as well as youth participation)
  • and/or be in youth work (as a volunteer or as a fresh professional)
  • be willing to play an active role in the sessions,
  • be able and willing to follow the process and actively implement the activities required by the programme,
  • have the opportunity to share their new knowledge, skills and contacts within their own organizations following the program,
  • be committed to carrying out follow-up activities and be active in localising the knowledge,

 

Working language of the program will be English. Participants should be proficient in English. Training participants will be selected based on gender-equality and diversity of background. Selection will be conducted through the criteria mentioned above.

Costs

Travel costs and accommodation (including meals) will be covered by the program. Only selected applicants will be informed about this process.

Application

Supporting agencies or organizations are requested to send us a reference letter stating how your organization or agency can support you in the follow-up activities. Moreover, there is no format for the letter, yet it is important to see how your participation is important for the sending organization in conducting similar activities in your own community. The letter should be sent to ugla.iyla@gmail.com

In order to apply, register HERE.

NOTE! Please answer all the questions!

DEADLINE: 27 August 2014, 17.30 (GMT+2)

Only selected applicants will be informed by 5 September 2014 and receive the program documentation directly.

30 participants will be selected on the basis of the profile outlined above.  During the selection process, criteria will be applied to ensure a balance between sexes, geographical regions, and the diversity of religions, cultures, organizations and experiences. Young people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

 

 

The First Global Forum on Youth Policies in Baku, Azerbaijan

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Deadline:  27 August 2014 at 23:59 (Central European Time)
Open to: participants between the ages of 18 and 35 years old, from around the world
Venue: 28th – 30th October 2014, Baku, Azerbaijan

Description

The First Global Forum on Youth Policies, co-convened by the Office of the United Nations Secretary General’s Envoy on Youth, UNDP, UNESCO and the Council of Europe will take place in Baku, Azerbaijan from 28-30 October 2014, with thanks to the generosity of our host, the Ministry of Youth and Sport of the Government of the Republic of Azerbaijan, in the framework of Azerbaijan’s Chairmanship of the Council of Europe’s Committee of Ministers. The Forum will be supported by youthpolicy.org, an organisation that generates and consolidates knowledge and information on youth policies across the policy cycle, ranging from analysis and policy formulation to implementation and evaluation.

The First Global Forum on Youth Policies  will be the basis for providing United Nations member states and other stakeholders with a unique opportunity to engage in a meaningful dialogue which will yield concrete suggestions for specific follow-up action and the way forward for effective youth policies. It is expected that the Forum will bring together an estimated 700 participants including representatives of governments, the youth community, civil society, international development partners, academia and research institutions, donors, the private sector, and more. Within this overall context, and complementary to youth policy practitioners nominated by the Forum co-convenors and participating governments, 200 youth policy practitioners will be selected based on this open call.

Eligibility

Eligible candidates for these 200 ‘open spots’ include:
  1. Youth policy practitioners;
  2. Youth activists and members of youth movements working on youth policy;
  3. Representatives/experts of youth-led organizations, civil society organizations, and networks working on youth policy;
  4. Research experts from institutes, universities and think tanks with a focus on youth policy;
  5. Development experts from organizations, agencies and institutions in the youth sector;
  6. Programming experts from donors active in supporting policy change in the youth field.
Applicants should:
  • Preferably be aged 18-35;
  • Be able to communicate professionally in English;
  • Be experienced in formulation, implementation and/or monitoring of youth policy at the national, regional or global level.
Applications from Azerbaijan will be considered in the same manner as applications from other countries.

Costs

Selected participants of The First Global Forum on Youth Policies  will be provided with the following:

  • Selected participants will be provided with roundtrip air or ground transport ticket: city of departure – Baku – city of return.
  • Accomodation and meals during the days of the Forum will also be provided.
  • Participants will be requested not to book individually with hotels in Baku.
  • All expenses are covered by the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Azerbaijan and UNDP Azerbaijan.
  • Accomodation and meals before or after the Forum are the responsibility of the participant.
  • Each participant will receive a free visa upon arrival in Baku airport.

Application

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 27th August 2014 (application will close at 23.59 CET). Any application received after this time will not be considered.
The selection of participants will take into consideration the following criteria:
  • Interest: The applicant is highly motivated to attend and will substantively contribute to the Forum;
  • Exposure: The applicant has shown past experience of minimum 2 years related to youth policy formulation, implementation and/or research;
  • Impact: The applicant and his/her organization have the capacity to disseminate the results of the Forum back to the youth community;
  • Gender and geographical balance;
Young people from underrepresented and marginalised groups and youth policy practitioners working with underrepresented and marginalised groups (such as young people with disabilities, indigenous youth, youth from rural communities/young farmers, young people from conflict affected areas, marginalized ethnic and cultural groups, young people from low social and economic backgrounds, migrants and refugees, young people not in education, employment and training) are encouraged to apply.
All applicants will be notified by September 15, 2014. Successful applicants will be asked to confirm their participation by September 20.

In order to apply, register HERE.

If you have any questions, before applying, please download and read the open call. or write to: applications@youthpolicyforum.org.

The official web-page.