IYCC 2012

Background

“Cultural diversity is a driving force of development, not only in respect of economic

growth, but also as a means of leading a more fulfilling intellectual, emotional, moral

and spiritual life.”– UNESCO

Unity has always been the underlying objective and issue addressed in the
youth programmes/events convened locally and internationally.  In recent 
years, focus has narrowed on topics like interculture, cultural tolerance and
cultural gaps in addressing the issue of unity.  International organisations
like UNESCO and ASEAN have been organising youth related events
revolving around these topics and focus areas.

Why the YOUTH?

Youth population currently comprises approximately 18% of the world
population, which gives us about 1 billion plus youth living in the world.
Based on the United Nations’ definition, youth are individuals who are
between 15-24 years old.  However, these age groups for youth differ
from one country to another to suit the local context.

With rapid globalisation happening in the world today, youth are directly
and indirectly influenced by many other modern cultures through access
to the mass media and information available on the web.  This nevertheless
affects and shapes their personal values and perspectives.

Youth & Culture

Cultural understanding and acceptance is regarded as one of the pillars to
build a strong foundation for a thriving society.  It must be nurtured and
practiced in order for it to take root.  Sarawak is fortunate as it
enjoys intercultural bonding and racial harmony among its different ethnic
groups due to the early efforts of our forefathers.  In an effort to continue
this legacy for Sarawak, Yayasan Perpaduan Sarawak (YPS) with
Sarawak Development Institute (SDI) aim to engage the youth in
appreciating their local cultures and getting to know other cultures as well
through an international cultural conference.

The International Youth Cultural Conference aims to bring youth from
different states of Malaysia, and international youth organisations around
the region and abroad to share and discuss on their culture as well as their
efforts in promoting culture as a unifying force in their countries.

 Further information: http://yps.org.my/iycc-background/

ASEAN – Korea Multimedia Competition 2012

Deadline: September 24, 2012

ASEAN – KOREA Centre will hold the 2012 ASEAN – Korea Multimedia Competition for young artists including university/graduate students of ASEAN and Korea. The competition is organized to provide a channel for cultural exchanges and mutual understanding between the young generation of ASEAN an Korea through new media. The theme ” SHOW YOURSELF: ASEAN Self-Potrait, Korean Self-Potrait” will illustrate the diverse interests of youth through contemporary mixed-media arts [including photography, UCC, video,animation,etc)

Entry Submission

9 July – 24 September 2012

Eligibility

Open to nationals of ASEAN and Korea who are currently enrolled in a university/graduate school and/or young artists under the age 30 (up to 5 pieces per 1 person)

Announced Winners

28 September 2012 to be posted on www.aseankorea.org and www.aseankoreammc.com

Exhibition

2 – 11 November 2012 at Seoul Museum of History

Awards

- USD 300

- Winners residing in ASEAN countries will be invited to Korea for Opening Ceremony and Exhibition

Further information: http://www.aseankoreammc.com/

United Nations Young Professionals Programme 2012

Deadline: December 12, 2012

Young professionals programme

The United Nations is looking for highly qualified candidates who are ready to launch a professional career as an international civil servant. The young professionals programme (YPP) is a recruitment initiative that brings new talent to the United Nations through an annual entrance examination. For young, high-calibre professionals across the globe, the examination is a platform for launching a career at the United Nations. This programme builds upon the national competitive recruitment examination (NCRE) which was held for the last time in 2010.

Are you eligible to participate in the young professionals programme examination?

• Do you hold at least a first-level university degree?
• Are you 32 or younger by the end of this year?
• Do you speak either English and/or French fluently?
• Are you a national of a participating country?

The examination is held worldwide and is open to nationals of countries participating in the annual recruitment exercise - the list of participating countries is published annually and varies from year to year.

This examination is also held for staff members of the United Nations Secretariat who work within the General Service and other related categories and aspire to a career within the Professional and higher categories. For more information about staff members participating in the young professionals programme, click here.

The examination tests your substantive knowledge, analytical thinking, drafting abilities, as well as your awareness of international affairs.

Initially you will be appointed for two years and then be reviewed for a continuing appointment. The Organization promotes mobility within and across duty stations and job families. As a new recruit you are expected to work in at least two different functions and duty stations within your first five years of service. You will be offered orientation and mobility training as well as career support. This will help you adapt and accelerate the learning period leading to productive work and job satisfaction as an international civil servant.

Further information: https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=NCE

G2012 Mexico Financial Inclusion

Deadline: September 12, 2012

Enabling underserved and excluded communities to participate in the formal financial sector has tremendous potential to create social and economic gains for individuals, private enterprises, and societies as a whole.

Today, 2.7 billion adults, more than half of the world’s working-age population, do not have access to financial services that would allow them to save money securely, borrow money affordably, make payments knowledgeably, and insure themselves against potential hardships or risk.

The leaders of the G20 nations recognize the importance of advancing full financial inclusion—providing every household with access to valuable, affordable, secure, and comprehensive financial services.

Access to credit, savings, and insurance would allow poor households to raise their standards of living, capitalize on opportunities, and weather tough times. On a larger scale, financial inclusion stimulates economic growth and contributes to the creation of more vibrant and stable financial systems.

Innovations and collaborative solutions are needed to make comprehensive financial services available to all. To spotlight and support these critical solutions, the G2012 Mexico and Ashoka Changemakers have partnered to launch the G2012 Mexico Financial Inclusion: Innovative Solutions for Unlocking Accesscompetition.

This competition seeks innovations that address barriers to financial inclusion, including but not limited to:

• Physical or other accessibility barriers that prevent communities from reaching financial services,
• The shortage of affordable financial products tailored to the needs of underserved and excluded communities, and
• The lack of incentives for financial service providers to continue serving low-income, poor, or marginalized communities.

Do you have an innovative solution? For example, are you using mobile technology to provide comprehensive banking services to rural communities? Are you using an innovative business model at a retail establishment that gives remote communities access to savings and cashless payments? Or, are you connecting entrepreneurs to microloans and insurance? Then we want to hear from you!

The top solution will win the grand prize of US $ 100,000.

It’s time to make full financial inclusion a reality. Submit your solution or nominate an initiative today!

Further information: http://www.changemakers.com/financialinclusion

The ICD Young Leader's Forum Annual Conference 2012

Event Introduction

The ICD Young Leaders Forum Annual Conference 2012 is part of the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy’s Annual Academic Conference during which Cultural Diplomacy initiatives; key political, economic and social shifts and the changes in the International System are discussed. The aim of the conference this year is to reflect on the role of new actors, new initiatives and new targets in terms of key international issues and on how Cultural Diplomacy takes place. 


In today’s rapidly globalizing world, the exploration of cultural diplomacy initiatives within the sphere of International Relations is vital. With the transition from the traditional bi-polar international structure towards a more multi-polar world understanding state perspectives, different cultures and different traditions is important if the international system is to remain stable. The Institute for Cultural Diplomacy recognizes that all areas of the international system must be addressed and the Annual Young Leaders Meeting and Academic Conference provide the opportunity to discuss the past year, present initiatives and the future of Cultural Diplomacy and International Relations.

Conference Participants »

The conference is open to applications from young professionals, students and scholars, private sector representatives, governmental and diplomatic officials, civil society practitioners, journalists, and other interested stakeholders from across the world.


If you would like to reserve a position, please click on the "Apply Now" link below:

Certificate of Attendance

All participants will be awarded an official certificate of attendance upon completion of the program, which provides details about the speakers and topics at the conference. Each certificate will be signed by members of the ICD's Advisory Board. 

Conference Locations

Based in Berlin, the conference will be hosted at a number of important political, historic, and cultural locations across the city. 

Conference Speakers

Speakers during the conference will include leading figures and experts from the arts, civil society, international politics, academia, diplomacy, and the private sector from across the world. These speakers will include a number of individuals from the ICD Advisory Board (for further information about the Advisory Board please click here).

Participant Papers »

The Institute for Cultural Diplomacy encourages research and progressive thought on the fields of culture, globalization, and international relations. As such, the ICD welcomes participants of the conference to submit relevant papers addressing topics within these fields particular to their interests and passions. Participants can submit papers written in the past for other purposes or ongoing research, or written specifically for the conference. Groups of students are also allowed to submit collaborative pieces of work.

Further information: http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/youngleadersforums/index.php?en_aylfcd-2012

Pendaftaran Staff Look Around Indonesia 2012

Deadline: August 14, 2012

Halo teman-teman!

Look Around Indonesia (LAR) kembali membuka Open Recruitment bagi kalian yang tertarik untuk menjadi Staff LAR. Syaratnya, apabila kalian muda (pelajar, mahasiswa), berdomisili di Jabodetabek, memiliki komitmen untuk mengikuti rapat serta kegiatan LAR, ini kesempatan kalian untuk menjadi bagian dari kepanitiaan LAR!

Caranya mudah, kalian hanya perlu mengirimkan CV kalian, INGAT! untuk beberapa divisi tertentu ada ketentuan tambahan (baca dibawah) semuanya di attach di e-mail lalu dikirim ke info@lookaround-id.org.

Jangan lupa juga kalian harus menjawab prioritas posisi serta esai singkat (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dGRiVU9qWGtEaEpNbmNwS2VXTWo0YkE6MQ)

Berikut ini adalah posisi yang saat ini kami butuhkan

1. Event

Merasa jago bikin konsep acara? Pengen ikut serta nyusun event buat LAR? Daftar aja ke divisi ini dan salurkan konsep acara yang unik yang kalian miliki!

2. Publication

Merasa komunikatif, supel dan ramah sama orang? Kalo iya, disini nih tempat kalian. Publication selain kebagian promosiin kegiatan LAR, nanti bakal berhubungan sama orang, sama bakal jadi orang yang ada dibalik social media LAR

3. Media/Parnership

Merasa punya link banyak? Gabung aja di divisi ini! Tugasnya menjalin hubungan dengan media untuk menyebarkan semangat kegiatan LAR ke anak muda lain! Selain itu, kalo ada yang mau kerjasama sama LAR juga bakal berhubungan sama kalian..

4. Volunteers

Punya keinginan untuk ngurusin Community Service LAR yang diadakan setiap bulannya? Gabung di divisi ini gak bakal salah deh! Kalian juga bakal banyak berhubungan sama Volunteer yang terdaftar buat ngabarin acara Community Service!

5. Fundraising

Merasa jago wirausaha dan punya ide yang unik untuk jualan? Kalo iya, jangan ragu daftar di divisi ini! Divisi ini bertugas mencari dana untuk event LAR.

6. Kreatif

Jago Photoshop dan ngedesain? Yuk, daftar di divisi ini Tugasnya tentu aja ngedesain berbagai macam hal kayak poster, merchandise dan lain sebagainya. Bagi yang berminat di divisi ini, jangan lupa sertakan contoh desain terbaik kalian, diutamakan materi promosi seperti poster (2-3 buah)

7. Logistik

Mengurus perlengkapan, konsumsi kalo ada event, akomodasi, serta produksi merchandise nah ini urusannnya divisi yang satu ini!

8. Dokumentasi

Punya kamera SLR dan merasa kalo fotografi adalah passion kalian? Divisi ini cocok buat kalian yang pengen membidik momen-momen di event LAR. Bagi yang berminat di divisi ini, jangan lupa sertakan contoh foto terbaik kalian (2-3 buah)

Dan perlu diingat, aplikasi kalian kami tunggu sampai 14 Agustus 2012. Apabila punya pertanyaan lebih lanjut jangan sungkan-sungkan tweet ke @LookAroundID.

Tunggu apalagi? Jangan ragu untuk mendaftar jadi Staff Look Around Indonesia!

Further information: http://www.lookaround-id.org/blog/

Interns for Global Youth Forum Secretariat, UNFPA Country Office Jakarta 2012

Deadline: August 2, 2012


Vacancy announcement for Interns for Global Youth Forum Secretariat, UNFPA Country Office Jakarta.

The qualifications of the Intern position are:

1. Bachelor’s degree or university student entering their final year of study in Social Science, Information Technology, or other related fields. (Recent graduates are welcome.)
2. Two years’ professional experience working in youth-related issues.
3. Strong social media skills.
4. Strong organizational skills and good team player, with a flexible working approach.
5. Ability to liaise and affiliate with differently structured organizations at the national, regional, and international levels, such as: governments, donor agencies, UN agencies, and NGOs.
6. Strong personnel management experience and proven ability to work well in a cross-cultural team and environment.
7. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written English.
8. Ability to work under pressure and travel frequently.
9. Willing to commit for UNFPA duties until end of December 2012.

CANDIDATES who wish to be considered for this vacancy should send their CV and Motivation Letter/Cover letter to UNFPA Indonesia via email to martha@unfpa.org

Deadline set for the submission of the application is 2 August 2012.


Further information: http://www.facebook.com/unescoyouthdesk?ref=stream

Photo Contest: UN Plus 2013 Calendar

Deadline: August 26, 2012

UN Plus is holding a photo contest as part of the process to create its 2013 Calendar. All UN staff including fixed-term staff, staff on temporary assignments, consultants, fellows and interns are encouraged to send us their photographs under the theme of Access to Healthcare for All.Images need not be limited to HIV and could, for instance, include conditions such as diabetes or cancer.

The winning photos will be used for the 2013 UN Plus Calendar and also featured in an exhibition that is planned towards the end of this year at the UNAIDS Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. Please see Prize for more details.

Eligibility: UN staff – including fixed term staff, staff on temporary assignments, consultants, fellows and interns.

Submission Deadline: August 26 2012, Midnight (Central European Time)

Photo Requirements: High-Resolution – Must be RGB, JPEG images 300 dpi or higher.

Submission Requirements: The photos must be submitted to UN Plus at unplus@unaids.org as attachments by deadline with the subject line: UN Plus Photo Contest (max. 2 photos per contestant)

The following information MUST accompany the photograph to be eligible for entry:

1. Photographer’s name
2. Contact email address of person submitting photograph.
3. UN Organization
4. Photo Caption indicating who is in the photo (if there is anybody), what they were doing, where photo was taken and approximate date of photo.
5. Title of the photograph (if any)
6. Signed model release form if the photograph includes a recognizable face of a person. (If the model is under the age of 18, a parent or legal guardian must sign the release). A copy of the model release form UN Plus Photo Release Form.

By submitting photos, submitting person acknowledges that: Photographer/copyright holder has released photo for use by UN Plus and UNAIDS.

Choosing the Winners

Once the deadline for applications has passed (Aug 26), the eligible photos will be uploaded to a contest page for public voting (NB: URL for the public voting page will be communicated on the UN Plus website and the UN Plus Facebook page on August 27) and it will be possible to vote for your preferred images. Voting will take place over a 21 day period and will be open to the public, so don’t hesitate to invite your friends (even non-UN staff) to vote. Please note that only those photographs that meet the above-mentioned requirements will be uploaded for the online voting.

After the 21 days of voting, a shortlist consisting of the 30 photographs with the most votes will be submitted to a jury of 3 independent photographers, who will make the final selection. These photographs will be judged on their artistic value and relevance to the theme of the contest.

Prize:

• Winning photos will be used for the 2013 UN Plus Calendar, which will be distributed widely worldwide, within and outside of the UN system.
• Winning photos will be featured in an exhibition at the UNAIDS Headquarters in Geneva, as well as on a dedicated online gallery.
• Winning photographers will be credited in the calendar.
• Winning photographers will receive 10 copies of the calendar.

And remember the theme: Access to Healthcare for All (not limited to HIV).

Make your image as artistic as you wish, as long as the underlying meaning can be related to the calendar’s theme

Further information: http://www.unplus.org/wp/archives/809#more-809

Internship in UNDP Indonesia

UNDP Indonesia is committed to building future leaders. Therefore, our Internship Programme provides a wide range of opportunities for students to gain insight into the work of UNDP. Every year a limited number of places for internships are available. Students from diverse academic backgrounds may be assigned in our office, where their educational experience can be enhanced through practical work assignments. Our staff will guide student to get experience in specialized in various professional fields and enable student to expose themselves in international environment.

To take part in the programme, we look for the following minimum eligibility criteria:

1. enrolment:
• enrolled in a degree programme in a graduate school (second university degree or higher) at the time of application and during the internship (if a candidate is graduating before the internship period begins, they are no longer eligible); or
• have completed at least four years of full-time studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a degree, if pursuing their studies in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages;
• not have graduated prior to the beginning of the internship.
2. skills:
• proficiency in English and normally at least one additional UNDP working language (i.e., French or Spanish). Fluency in Arabic, Chinese, Portuguese or Russian is an asset;
• computer literate in standard software applications;
• demonstrated keen interest in the work of the UN, and of UNDP in particular, and have a personal commitment to UNDP's Statement of Purpose and to the ideals of the UN Charter.

Interested students must send the following documents to recruitment.id@undp.org with subject : APPLICATION FOR INTERNSHIP 

     File 1: Resume or Curriculum Vitae
     File 2: Letter from university confirming current enrollment and graduation date
     File 3: School transcript
     File 4: Letter of endorsement from a senior faculty member who has directly supervised the student
     File 5: Copy of valid medical insurance
     File 6: Copy of valid life insurance
     File 7: Completed application for UNDP internship programme

The following documents can be downloaded from here

     1: Application for UNDP internship programme, click here
     2: UNDP user guide – internship policy, click here
     3: List of Health Life Insurance providers, click here
     4: UNDP Internship agreement, click here

Further information regarding programme can be seen in http://www.undp.org/internships/ 

Internship opportunity: UNEP Major Groups and Stakeholders Branch

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: 3-6 months, starting from September 2012

The Major Groups and Stakeholders Branch (MGSB) of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is offering an internship placement in its global office in Nairobi, Kenya. The office coordinates and promotes public participation in the work of UNEP and implements the strategy on civil society engagement in UNEP. It builds capacity of major groups and stakeholders, maintains a database and website, and promotes regional cooperation and networking with and among major groups and stakeholders. In the fall of 2012 most of the work is focused on Rio+20 follow-up and preparations for the UNEP Governing Council. As an intern you will be asked to support the branch in its daily work, assist in preparations of events, and conduct research and analysis as needed.

Eligibility Criteria

The applicant must be a currently enrolled university student, in a third or fourth year of under-graduate (BA/BSc.) or in a graduate (Masters) or post-graduate (Ph D) programme, and continue to be enrolled during the period of the internship and after. You must submit a letter of recommendation from your university, stating that you are currently enrolled and your expected date of graduation. You must be willing to intern on a full-time basis, spending five days a week for a period of not less than 3 months and not exceeding 6 months. 

Qualifications and Experience

- Ability to work in a team

- Excellent writing skills and oral communication

- Research and analytic skills 

- Fluency in English is required, knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage

- Studies in Environmental Policy, Development Studies, Social Sciences, International Relations, Mass Communication, or other relevant field

- Ethical and responsible work practices

Application procedure

Step 1: Submit your general internship application for the United Nations in Nairobi:http://www.unon.org/intern_ship/interns.php 

Step 2: E-mail civil.society@unep.org with your CV and express your specific interest for an intenship with the UNEP Major Groups and Stakeholders Branch. 

Step 3: You may be asked to provide additional information or be available for a phone interview.

' ' ' ' '
Sara Svensson
UNEP Major Groups Facilitating Committee,
Global Representative for Children & Youth
http://www.unep.org/civil-society/
http://www.unep.org/tunza/
sajosve@gmail.com

Strategist Internship Yahoo Indonesia 2012

Deadline: July 31, 2012

Get an internship experience that’ll make your roommates, friends and classmates purple with envy. From day one you’ll be given a real assignment that will make a real impact on our business, our millions of users—and on your future career and the opportunities that will be available to you. You certainly won’t be making copies and coffee runs (unless you like coffee, in which case our free espresso machine might interest you).

Not your ordinary internship.
You’ll be amazed the difference you can make—even in a few months. Maybe your code will be used by millions, or you’ll launch a marketing campaign, develop a new product strategy or an amazing micro site project. Our interns have done that—and more. You’ll also have lots of fun—volunteering within the community, networking and social events, and showcasing your work to top execs.

If that’s not enough, you’ll also enjoy:

• Competitive compensation
• The opportunity to be considered for a full-time position upon graduation

Qualifications:
1. Currently a student in reputable university.
2. Majoring in Economics/Communication/Computer Science with understanding in Advertising/Statistics
3. Good communication skill and proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop
4. Proactive and fast learner with strong organizational experience
5. Passionate to make a difference in online industry
6. Commitment: 6 months, full time Mon-Fri (negotiable)

Working Expectations:
1. Assist at all levels of organization in diagnosing market trends and challenges.
2. Explore new ways of thinking to drive growth and new business opportunities.
3. Own a set of our values to deliver the best results.

If you fit into this description, do send your application letter and CV to indra@yahoo-inc.com, arfi@yahoo-inc.com or yudi@yahoo-inc.com by July 31, 2012. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

World Food Day Poster Contest 2012

Deadline: September 30, 2012

Rules and prizes

About the contest:

• The poster contest is co-organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the United Nations Women’s Guild in Rome, Italy. 
• Entries are accepted until 30 September 2012.

Eligibility:

• The contest is open to children and youth between the ages of 5 and 17, living in any country of the world.
• Winners will be selected in three categories: ages 5 to 8, ages 9 to 12 and ages 13 to 17. 
• Only one entry per person. Submitting multiple entries under the same artist’s name will result in disqualification. 
• Multiple designs may be submitted using the same contact email address, but the artist’s name should not be duplicated. This means that teachers or parents can upload multiple files using the same email, but only one file per child is allowed.
• Poster entries may be drawn, painted or sketched using pens, pencils, crayons or charcoal, or using oil, acrylic or watercolor paint. Digitally created artwork is also permitted.
• Poster entries may or may not include text. If text is used, any language is permitted.
• All artworks must be original and should not include photographic images of the contestant or other personal information. 

Entering the contest:

• All participants are encouraged to watch the short contest video, and read about the World Food Day theme. Younger children may want to learn together with a parent or teacher. 
• Complete all fields in the contest entry form, upload your poster design, and click SUBMIT. Younger children may need help from an adult in making their online submission. 
• Working on an A4 sheet is recommended, to make it easier for you to scan and upload your poster design. If your poster is larger, you may have to take a digital photo of the work and upload the photo file. 
• Only digital files in JPG can be accepted and submissions must be made online – please do not send in physical posters. 

Contest prizes:

• Three winning poster designs will be selected in each category.
• The winners will be announced on 16 October 2012 – World Food Day.
• The top three poster designs in all three categories will be published on World Food Day website, and shared through the Facebook accounts of FAO and the EndingHunger movement.  
• Certificates of Recognition, signed by a United Nations official, will be sent to all the winners. First-place winners in each category will receive the popular EndingHunger T-shirt and a second surprise gift!

Copyright, privacy and other conditions:

• FAO retains the copyright on all artwork submitted. 
• When winning posters are published, only the first initial, full family name and country of origin will be published. No other personal information about the contestants will be published or shared.

Further information: http://www.fao.org/getinvolved/wfd-poster-contest/contest-rules/en/

Nutrition Fair 2012

Deadline: August 27, 2012

Nutrition Fair 2012 merupakan kegiatan terbesar dari Himpunan Mahasiswa ilmu Gizi (Himagizi IPB) yang terselenggara ke dalam beberapa rangkaian kegiatan.

COMPETITION	1)  Lomba Essay dan Poster untuk siswa SMA 2)  Lomba Karya Tulis Ilmiah untuk mahasiswa 3)  Lomba Memasak untuk mahasiswa IPB dan ibu–ibu PKK di sekitar kampus IPB Dramaga (Info Lebih Lengkap dapat dilihat di Page Competition)
EVENT	1)  Senam Aerobik 2)  Nutrition Expo 3)  Education Expo 4)  Bazar Makanan 5)  Seminar Nasional (Info lebih Lengkap dapat dilihat di  Page Event)

ACARA PUNCAK

Hari/tanggal  : Sabtu -Minggu, 22-23 September 2012

Waktu            : Pukul 07.00 – 17.00 WIB

Tempat          : Fakultas Ekologi Manusia dan Graha Widya Wisuda,  Kampus IPB Dramaga Bogor

Further information: http://nutritionfair2012.wordpress.com/

The Millenium Campus Conference 2012

Deadline: August 20, 2012

1000 Students — 40+ World-Renowned Speakers — 8 Goals — 1 Movement

The Millennium Campus Conference is presented by The Millennium Campus Network. MCC is a conference focused on student organizing around the United Nations Millennium Development Goals. The weekend is designed to provide attendees with the knowledge, skills, inspiration and space for critical self-reflection they need as student leaders to effectively execute their on-campus and overseas projects in the coming year. MCC is also a place for those interested in becoming part of the student movement to end global poverty to learn how they can get involved. MCC 2012 will be held at Northeastern University, September 14-15, 2012. You can learn more about past MCC’s in our history section.

It’s Personal

The main focus of MCC is you, your experiences, your challenges and your ideas. Our Pre-Conference Networking Program puts you directly in touch with MCC staff and fellow attendees before the conference begins. Interactive panels and small breakout sessions during the conference give you the chance to have your questions answered. Numerous networking and afterhours events provide you with the opportunity to connect one on one with MCC staff, presenters, and fellow attendees. We are interested in hearing your stories and providing you with the support and motivation you need to kick off the school year.

It’s Unique

MCC is the only conference in North America that brings together over 1,000 college students and dozens of leading advocates, professionals and celebrities to discuss the Millennium Development Goals. No other conference gives students the opportunity to learn tangible skills, connect in meaningful ways with their peers and engage directly with global leaders all in one weekend

2012 MCN Conference Financial Aid Application

The Millennium Campus Network is excited to offer 100 grants to
outstanding student leaders for reduced admission costs to the 
Millennium Campus Conference. Grant applications will be reviewed
on a rolling basis up until the deadline of August 20 or until all grants have
been allocated. Not all students who apply are guaranteed a grant.

Further information: http://www.mcc2012.org/register/financial-aid/