Global Entrepreneurship Summer School

Deadline: May 31th, 2013

Who can apply?
You have to be enrolled in any university at any time during 2013 and you have to be between 18 – 27 years old. Example: If you are enrolled only until February 2013 you can apply even if you won’t be enrolled in September 2013.”Enrolled” applies in our definition also to MBA or PhD students.

When do you need to have time for a trip to Germany?
Sep 17 – Sep 27 2013

Application process
This year we will accept 35 outstanding students from around the world who will get an invitation to Munich. In addition we will accept 15 virtual participants. All applications will go through a very strict, but fair selection process. The deadline for Early Bird applications will be April 30, 2013. The regular deadline will be May 31, 2013 (GMT -12). We will inform everybody at the latest during the last week of June about their application status.

Accommodation
Participants won’t have to pay for their accommodation. We will provide accommodation from Sep 17 until Sep 27 either in the guesthouse of the LMU or at other places such as appartments of other participants from Munich.

Global Scholarships
International students who are invited to Munich will automatically receive a travel scholarship. The Global Entrepreneurship Summer School will contribute 50% of your total travel costs (mostly flight tickets) up to a cap of € 500,-. Just to remind you, accommodation, travel during your stay and lots of food during the week is also included!

Food & travel in Munich
We will provide you for free some exclusive dinners as well as many snacks and coffee during the whole week. In addition we will cover your travel expenses for the public transport in Munich throughout the whole week.

Tuition
We will charge a tutuion fee of € 79,- for early bird applicants and € 119,- for regular applicants per selected participant. (Note: Previously we mentioned here that this only applies to students from Germany. We changed that recently due to the following reason: For our international guests the fee covers part of the the medical insurance including an ambulance transport or even a emergency transfer back home. We will get back to those applicants who have applied before 26.03. if you get selected on how to handle that individually.)

If you are a student from Germany and you can provide accommodation to an international participant you won’t have to pay a tuition fee – no matter when you apply.

Please apply here with your CV and motivational letter (max. around 200 words) as PDF attachments 
If you have any questions please check first our FAQ Page and if you still have questions please send a mail toinfo@globalsummerschool.org.  We are glad to be of further assistance to you.

Further information: http://www.globalsummerschool.org/?page_id=33

Exchange Program by Kementrian Pemuda dan Olahraga (Regional DKI Jakarta) 2013

Deadline: April 10th, 2013



Further information: www.pcmidkijakarta.wordpress.com

the UN-REDD Programme Photo Contest organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).

Deadline: April 25th, 2013

THE CONTEST

The objective of this photo contest is to create awareness worldwide of the meaning behind Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and forest Degradation (REDD+) and its linkages to food security. The contest will harness photo talent from around the world in order to illustrate and convey the many linkages between REDD+ and Food. Photographers can submit individual photos inspired by the theme:Nurture forests for the future -Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) for Food Security.

Read the terms and conditions of the photo contest here.

WHAT IT'S ABOUT

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) within the UN-REDD Programmebelieves that REDD+ can also ensure food security through good agriculture practices, biodiversity conservation, livelihoods diversification, good governance and better land management. That is exactly what we would like you to capture through your lenses!

The UN-REDD Programme, a collaborative initiative between FAO the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), this year is celebrating its 5^th anniversary supporting countries in implementing REDD+  as a way to create an incentive for developing countries to protect, better manage and wisely use their forest resources, contributing to the global fight against climate change.

This can become a powerful and stunning image!

The image should depict one or more of the following activities:

• Farmers producing more on less land using agro-ecosystems and thus avoiding clearance of new forest
• Good agricultural practices: such as agroforestry, alley cropping, agrosilvipastoral, inter cropping of trees and crops, trees produced on farms, tree apiculture, trees on pasture, etc
• Protected areas, forest reserves, conservation
• Forest dependant people in forest ecosystems, especially women and indigenous peoples
• Trees as suppliers of fruits, edible leaves, nuts, medicine, etc
• Livelihoods diversification and good land management.

How do trees connect to food security? Forests and trees are sources of food for millions of the world’s poorest people.

What does REDD+ look like? REDD+ is about keeping trees standing and managing our forests in a sustainable way.



JUDGING

A shortlist of the best 25 photos submitted to the contest will be selected to be presented during an exhibit at the International Conference on Forests for Food Security and Nutrition 13-15 May 2013 to be held at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. The selected photos will also be used for future communications material (printed information material, dissemination of information through social media and website with information on REDD+ topics, etc).

 Read more

Further information: http://www.fao.org/forestry/food-security/photocontest/en/#.UV8OD5Ow2tY

Earth Day Asia Instagram Photo Contest

Deadline: April 21th, 2013

As we celebrate Earth Day and the environment around us, The Asia Foundation is looking for your compelling photos that exemplify what the environment in Asia means to you. For example: What is your favorite natural environment or resource? What’s at stake or threatened in Asia’s environment? Images will be judged by our in-house photographer and the winners will be announced on Earth Day, April 22, 2013. The Asia Foundation will prominently feature the winning photographs with credits on Facebook and Instagram.

How to Participate:1. Follow us on Instagram @theasiafoundation.2. Upload your photos to Instagram.3. Add photo description. Make sure to tell us where the photo was taken, what the photo is of, and any more interesting details that help tell your story.4. Caption with #earthdayasia AND @theasiafoundation.5. Share your image on Instagram.6. The contest will run from Wednesday, April 3 until Sunday, April 21 at midnight EST.Rules:1. The photo must have been taken in the Asia-Pacific region.2. Each person is limited to 3 entries.3. Images can come from any type of camera.4. The use of filters or toning and color correction from a photo editing software is accepted.5. All images must be uploaded to Instagram and must include #earthdayasia and @theasiafoundation in the caption or comments section.6. Images that are already on Instagram may also be entered but must have #earthdayasia and @theasiafoundation in the comment section.7. You must be the sole owner and creator of the photo.8. Photos should be accompanied by descriptions, including the place it was taken and a description of what the photo depicts.9. No indecent or graphic content.



Further information: https://www.facebook.com/events/522798291103864/

Inspire Change Video Competition by Connect 4 Climate

Deadline: May 1st, 2013



Further information: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=583498905008771&set=a.254404314584900.68667.220286284663370&type=1&theater

ITU Green ICT App Challenge 3rd Edition

Deadline: June 30, 2013


​ Call for Concept PapersIn support of the “World Environment Day” (WED) and to follow up on the Paris Call to Action on “Smart Sustainable Cities”, ITU and Telefónica have announced a Green ICT Application Challenge to uncover innovative ICT approaches and applications towards addressing global environmental issues in cities and urban areas.The submission period begins on 20 December 2012 at 12:00 PM Central European Time (“CET”) and ends on 30 June 2013 at 12:00 PM CET. Further information: http://www.itu.int/en/ITU-T/climatechange/greenict/2013/Pages/default.aspx

26th International Youth Leadership Conference

Deadline: June 27th, 2013

This is the official application form for the International Youth Leadership Conference in Prague. Please read over the following information carefully before submitting your application. If you have any questions, send an email toapplications@iylcprague.org and you will be answered promptly.

Application Process
All applications must be submitted online with the form below.

Eligibility 
The IYLC will select Conference participants in a manner that ensures relative uniformity of educational levels, while providing for a high level of geographic diversity. All nationalities are welcome to apply.
For the purposes of group cohesion, each applicant will be evaluated according to the following criteria:


Application Deadline: June 27th


Eligibility 
The IYLC will select Conference participants in a manner that ensures relative uniformity of educational levels, while providing for a high level of geographic diversity. All nationalities are welcome to apply.
For the purposes of group cohesion, each applicant will be evaluated according to the following criteria:

1. Educational level and area of study.

2. Command of English - You do not have to be a native English speaker, however, the IYLC is conducted in English.

3. Age - If you are older than 26, please consider attending as an observer.

4. Quality of short essay or professor recommendation.

2nd round: February 15th, 2013
3rd round: March 1st, 2013
4th round: March 15th, 2013
5th round: April 1st, 2013
6th round: April 15th, 2013
7th round: May 1st, 2013
8th round: May 15th, 2013
9th round: June 1st, 2013
10th round: June 15th, 2013
11th round: July 1st, 2013
Included in this price:

• 5 nights accommodation at the Conference Venue

• All meals

• All local transportation

• Airport greeting

• All field trips, site visits, guest lectures, panel discussions and workshops

• All receptions and networking events

• Certificate of achievement

Final payment deadline: July 15th 
Please do not make any conference fee payments until you receive the official Acceptance Notification from us. It is strongly recommended, that all of the necessary visa and travel arrangement are made before the conference fee is paid. The conference is limited to 120 participants. The only way to guarantee your place is to pay. Please do not wait until the last minute to make arrangements for payment.
All questions regarding the conference and payment procedures can be directed to payments@iylcprague.org 
We accept the following modes of payment:
1. Wire Transfer
2. American Express
3. Pay Pal

Early Bird Discounts 
The Early Bird Discount* is a limited-time offer available to all accepted applicants, who make their final conference payments in a specified time frame:

30% (9900 CZK) Early Bird discount will apply to all payments made
through February 15th (Fee: 23100 CZK).

20% (6600 CZK) Early Bird discount will apply to all payments made
through March 15th (Fee: 26400 CZK).

10% (3300 CZK) Early Bird discount will apply to all payments made
through April 15th (Fee: 29700 CZK).

5% (1650 CZK) Early Bird discount will apply to all payments made
through May 15th (Fee: 31350 CZK).

*Please note that Early Bird discounts may not be combined with other types of discounts and scholarships we offer.
All questions regarding the conference and payment procedures can be directed to payments@iylcprague.org

Rounds of acceptances

We review applications in rounds, during which each applicant will be notified of their acceptance or rejection status within 3 days: 

1st round: February 1st, 2013

Securing your place at the IYLC

To secure your place at the Conference we need you to pay a non-refundable deposit of 3000 czk. Once you are ready to make your final payment, the deposit will be deducted from your Conference Fee. Given the limited spaces available and the number of applications received this year, we can only guarantee your place on the conference upon receipt of your deposit.

Conference Fee: 33000 CZK

(If you are interested being a facilitator, read more here.)

Further information: http://www.iylcprague.org/application

Adobe Youth Voices Aspire Awards UNICEF Challenge

Deadline: April 19th, 2013

For the first time ever, Adobe Youth Voices Aspire Awards has partnered up with UNICEF to give YOU the opportunity to implement active change in YOUR community. The Adobe Youth Voices Aspire Awards UNICEF Challenge is looking to provide three youth led projects with grants to support the implementation of innovative initiatives.

Submissions now open!

First prize receives $40,000. Second prize receives $30,000. Lastly, the audience award-winning project receives $20,000. All Adobe Youth Voices Aspire Awards UNICEF Challenge prize funds must be used to support the implementation of the winning projects.

Show us your imagination, creativity, and innovation through the use of digital tools and social media. Produce a short video outlining your proposal for a new or existing initiative that will benefit other youth in your community. This is your chance to make a difference in the world, report about it, and show the progress made to millions of people through the Adobe Youth Voices network, UNICEF’s global social media feeds, and the Voices of Youth community.

In addition to receiving financial funds for your project, the local experts will also provide support during the initial implementation process.

To be eligible for the contest, you must be between the ages of 13-19 years old, and your project must have been created between 2010-2013. Entries are being accepted now until April 19, 2013. Please go to the submissionspage to submit today!

Mobilize, organize, and take action!

Further Information: http://youthvoices.adobe.com/awards/unicef

International Youth Forum Mauritius 2013

Deadline: March 30th, 2013


Guidelines for the International Youth Forum

Participation Requirements
To be eligible to become one of the 200 participants in the International Youth Forum you should fulfill ALL the following criteria:

• Undergraduate or postgraduate, born after January 1st, 1984.

• Involved in governmental or non-governmental organisation (NGO) initiatives.

• Complete your details on the application system (fill all fields) by 30 March 2013 at latest.

Application Process

1. Registration – Read the questions well, reflect on them and then fill out the online form in the registration system. You must apply by 30 March 2013 and you cannot edit your registration once submitted.

1. Selection – Participants will be selected by an independent panel of juries (comprised of university professors, CEOs from various companies and the Chairman of the NYC), which takes into account the profile of the candidate.

1. Results – All applicants will be informed of the decision of the jury in the first days of July 2013, by email.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE

Further information: http://www.mauritius2013.com/

Invite & Win Contest TUNZA Eco Generation 2013

Amsterdam International Water Week

Deadline:May 15th, 2013

The call for papers for the Amsterdam International Water Week is now open!

The Amsterdam International Water Week invites you to submit Your papers for the International Water Week Conference: Integrated Water Solutions for a green economy
Timeline for programme development:

• Outline paper submission closes: May 15th, 2013

• Authors notified of acceptance: July 8th, 2013

• Advanced Programme: July 15th, 2013

• Submission of Full Paper: September 1th, 2013

• Authors may submit papers for either oral or poster presentations

• Papers submitted must be limited to two A4-size pages (including figures and tables)

• Papers have to contain adequate information to allow a sound review

• On the basis of the papers received, a stringent review will be undertaken by the Programme Committee to select papers for the conference in its appropriate format – Oral or Poster.  The selection criteria includes high technical quality, relevance to the themes/topics and depth of information content.   Papers that are deemed commercial in nature will not be accepted.

• If selected, authors are strongly encouraged to submit full papers (maximum 8 pages) which will be further peer-review for publication in IWA’s relevant scientific journals.*

• At least one author of each selected paper must register and attend the conference to present the paper.

• Authors must meet their own expenses to attend the conference, including registration fees, travel and accommodation.

katharine.cross@iwahq.org

Download the Call for papers

To submit Your Paper click here

Paper Submission Procedures

For more information about the call for papers:

Katharine Cross Programmes Coordinator International Water Association (IWA)

*Publication Papers selected for oral presentation are invited to submit full papers to be peer reviewed for publication in IWA Publishing’s journals Water Science and Technology, Water Science and Technology: Water Supply, or Water Practice and Technology.  Specifications for the formatting of papers are available on the IWAP website. at http://www.iwaponline.com/wst/i2a.htm.

Further information: http://www.internationalwaterweek.com/2013/03/11/call-for-papers-now-open-2/

Transparency International Summer School

Deadline: May 1st, 2013

The aim of the Summer School is to provide student leaders from across the region with an opportunity to learn first-hand from professionals working in the anti-corruption field. The School seeks to provide students with a peer-to-peer learning and integrity-building platform that links international experience with transparency and integrity to the current situation in post-communist countries and beyond.

Participants of the Transparency International Summer School on Integrity  learn about the causes of corruption and practical ways in which societies can become more transparent and accountable.

The School staff  offer students state-of-the-art professional guidance and compelling case studies showing long-term sustainability through transparent and integrity. Led by leading anti-corruption professionals, the School seeks to create an environment that brings discussions about transparency and integrity from a high public policy level into the classroom and the everyday life of students.

University students earn 6 ECTS credits upon successful completion of the course.

The language of instruction is English.

Applicants wishing to apply shall submit the following documents:

1) Application form (save as.doc)
2) Europass CV.

The completed application form with the CV should be sent to admissions@transparencyschool.org. Only fully filled applications will be considered. The copies of the diplomas and letters of recommendations are welcome but not compulsory. The final deadline for the submission of application documents is 1 May 2013.

Fees

For 2013 the course participation fee is set at 400 EUR. The fee covers accommodation, meals, study material and extra-curricular activities. Participants are expected to cover their own travel expenses (including visas, insurance, etc.). Students may be granted (partial) tuition fee waivers in exceptional cases.

Scholarships

A limited number of competitive scholarships is available. Full scholarships cover transportation, tuition and board expenses. Students seeking a scholarship are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Students may be also offered partial scholarships that cover a part of their expenses.

Students from the following countries can apply for a full scholarship (the full list of eligible countries is to be confirmed by 1 April 2013): Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Egypt, Estonia, Georgia, Jordan, Latvia, Lebanon, Libya, Lithuania, Moldova, Morocco, Palestine, Romania, Russia, Ukraine, Syria and Tunisia.

For further questions regarding the application procedure, fees, scholarships or general enquiries, please contact us at admissions@transparencyschool.org.

Further information: http://transparencyschool.org/application-scholarships/

Grameen Foundation Fellowship Programme 2013

Deadline: March 31, 2013.

Grameen Foundation invites applications from volunteers for its 2013 Fellowship Programme. The foundation helps the world’s poorest to improve their lives and escape poverty by providing them with access to appropriate financial services, life-changing information and unique income-generating opportunities. Grameen believes that together, we are a global force fighting poverty and invited you to become a Grameen Foundation Fellow.

Benefits

The Grameen Foundation Fellowship program benefits include:

• Hands-on field experience on assignments tailored to match your skills and interests with the needs of our local field offices in Latin America, Africa, and Asia
• 1 year program, starting this summer
• Inaugural class will contain up to 10 fellows
• Pre-departure training, ongoing support and professional development opportunities
• Local living stipend included*
• You will have the opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in global development and social innovation on projects that make a difference in the lives of the poor. Join the innovation, on the ground.

Eligibility

• The Fellowship Program is open to both US and foreign applicants.
• Applicants must have at least three years of applicable work experience or one year of work experience
• They must have an advanced degree to be eligible to apply.
• English fluency is required for all fellows; Spanish fluency is required for all placements in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Note:

All fellows will receive a stipend to cover their living expenses and lodging during their placement. Fellows are responsible for health insurance, airfare, and visa costs. Visa assistance may be available depending on legal requirements of individual countries

Further information: http://www.grameenfoundation.org/fellowships

Bayer Young Environmental Envoy Indonesia 2013

Drop Your Green Ideas to Create Change!

Deadline: May 17th 2013

If you are an Indonesian citizen studying in a college or university of any institution in Indonesia, with green ideas and passion to promote environmental protection in your community, take up the challenge to become a Bayer Young Environmental Envoy.
The Bayer Young Environmental Envoy (BYEE) is a global environmental education program for the youth organized by Bayer and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) with the aim of developing young environmental leaders and boosting the level of environmental awareness among the youth. Entering its 10th year in Indonesia, BYEE invites young Indonesians to come up with practical solution to improve environmental awareness and protection.
Deserving students from all over Indonesia will be selected to be Bayer Young Environmental Envoys (BYEE) and will participate in a live-in Eco-Camp held in a local venue. The top two envoys will join youth delegates from 18 other countries around the world on a weeklong all-expense paid trip to Germany onNovember 10 - 15, 2013. It will be an opportunity to gain new insights on the broad spectrum of environmental protection measures employed by industry, municipalities, and the state environmental authorities in Germany. 

Eligibility for entry

•  Indonesian citizen, college/university student enrolled in any institution in Indonesia as of April 1, 2013 (students graduating in April 2013 are eligible to join)

• 18 to 24 years old by September 1, 2013

• Actively involved in environmental activities or projects

• Willing to travel overseas

• Should be able to work well within a group

• Good oral and written English communications skills

Children and relatives up to the second degree of consanguinity, or persons, whether they are related or not, living with any of the following are not eligible to join the contest:

• Employees of Bayer, their agencies or independent contractors engaged in the project

• Individuals or companies engaged in the development, production, or distribution of materials for the project

How to joinWrite your individual proposal of a simple environmental project in your community or school which demonstrates that environmental protection and economic growth can go hand in hand.

Proposal format and related rules
    - Part II Project Proposal (in English)

1. The current situation and environment related problems in your local area or school. (max. 250 words)

1. If any, current practical solutions to the problem that had been carried out by either government/industry/NGOs or your school/community (max. 500 words)

1. Your proposed personal project, including its objectives and deliverables, which will help to alleviate the problem (max. 1500 words)

1. Budget, manpower, facilities, as well as institutions/groups involved in the project. Please make sure that all necessary resources are within your reach. (max. 1 page)

1. The economic and environmental benefits of the project, and how your project reflects sustainable environmental practices. (max. 250 words)

1. When necessary, insert graphics, photos, diagram or any supporting visuals that explain the problem solving process that you propose.            

The proposal should not exceed 10 pages in total. Any relevant graphic, photos, or diagram must be incorporated in the proposal, NOT in separate files.
Project proposals which are adaptations/upgrades of already existing projects are acceptable, but the entry will be judged solely on the basis of new elements introduced and their added value.
Pre-existing work or accomplishments prior to the official start-up date will not be given any credit.
While the project proposal should be the applicant’s own concept, the project itself may be carried out by any number of people, with the applicant taking significant role in its implementation.
Incomplete entries will not be processed.

Submission procedure
Prepare your project proposal
Fill up the application form
With the application form, attach the following personal documents:
- A 4x6 cm ID color photo of yourself
- Certificate of cumulative GPA (IPK, minimum 2.5) from your institution
- Copies of identification card (KTP/SIM)
- Endorsement letter from a faculty member OR the school academic department head or college/university dean or academic vice-president or president
- If any, proof of environmental award received.
Judging and selection

• Applicants will be shortlisted based on the content of their project, leadership and environmental know-how and involvements.

• A panel of judges will interview each of the shortlisted candidates to determine their intelligence and understanding of environmental issues, their communication and people skills, as well as the feasibility of their project proposals.

• All applications should reach PT Bayer Indonesia by May 17, 2013.

• Successful finalists should implement their respective projects starting June 28, 2013. A premature start-up of the proposed project will be ground for disqualification.

• The project must be completed or come close to completion by September 26, 2013.

• Successful finalists who qualify for the final round will be required to attend an environmental live-in workshop called the BYEE Eco-Camp.

• All charges for the travel, accommodations, and upkeep of interviewees and Eco-Camp participants will be shouldered by PT Bayer Indonesia. 

• At the end of the Eco-Camp, the finalists will be asked to make a presentation before another panel of judges. They will be given the formal title of Bayer Young Environmental Envoy at an awarding ceremony.

• Two of these finalists will be declared as the Top 2 Bayer Young Environmental Envoys and will be given the opportunity to participate in a weeklong all-expense paid study trip to Germany on November 10 - 15, 2013.

• The judges' decision is final for all aspects of the competition.

Communications Dept.
PT Bayer Indonesia
MidPlaza 1, 11th floor
Jl. Jend Sudirman Kav 10 -11, Jakarta 10220

Entries must reach PT Bayer Indonesia by May 17, 2013

For further queries, please call 021 570 3661 ext. 1517 or send email to byee.indonesia@bayer.com
Communications Dept.
PT Bayer Indonesia
MidPlaza 1, 11th floor
Jl. Jend Sudirman Kav 10 -11, Jakarta 10220
Entries must reach PT Bayer Indonesia by May 17, 2013

Further information: http://www.byee.bayer.com/en/indonesia.aspx

Indonesian Youth Delegate for The International World Heritage Youth Forum 2013

Deadline : March 26th, 2013 – 23.59 WIB.


Open Registration as candidate of Indonesian Youth Delegate for
The International World Heritage Youth Forum 2013Siem Reap and Phnom Penh, Cambodia, 8 – 17 June 2013,in conjunction with the 37th UNESCO World Heritage Committee Session• Forum Theme: Living Heritage: Temple, Environment and People (TEP)• Forum Date: 8 to 17 June 2013 (arrival on the 8th; departure on the 17th)• Venue: Siem Reap and Phnom Penh, Cambodia
• Working languages: English and French

• Participants : one eligible youth delegate of each country - Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Algeria, Colombia, Estonia, Ethiopia, France, Germany, India, Iraq, Japan, Mali, Mexico, Qatar, Russian Federation, Senegal, Serbia, South Africa, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, China, Republic of Korea, Australia, New Zealand, and Pakistan.

• Activities: Site visits to temples and ancient water infrastructure in Angkor World Heritage Site and Siem Reap City, workshops, hands-on activities, tree planting activities, presentations, group discussions, and cultural exchanges.

Preamble:
In conjunction with the 37th session of World Heritage Committee (16-27 June 2013, Phnom Penh and Siem Reap/Angkor), the Cambodian National Commission for UNESCO is organizing the International World Heritage Youth Forum, Cambodia 2013. The Youth Forum is designed to raise the awareness of young people to the importance of preservation of cultural heritage with a focus on the relationships between historic monuments, environment (i.e. forest and water) and communities in sustaining cultural heritage sites.

Objectives:
a. Raise the awareness of the participants about World Heritage Convention, deepen their understanding on the role of water in WH preservation and the impact of tourism on World Heritage sites as well as on the role of communities living around the World Heritage site with Angkor as case study;
b. Provide a platform for meaningful exchange among youth of diverse culture and promote learning, communication and cultural connectivity with a common goal of preservation and conservation of World Heritage sites;
c. Provide students some basic skills related to preventive conservation and preservation;
d. Create conditions to encourage young people to engage in projects that protect cultural and natural sites in their countries and promote heritage education involving school communities: students, parents and educators.
e. Promote mutual understanding of the cultural diversity

Working Method of the Forum:
• The Youth Forum will work with young people between 18 and 20 years old.
• The Youth Forum will be an educational gathering that lasts 7 days during which the young participants will follow a program consisting of visits to World Heritage Site of Angkor, meeting with the local community in Siem Reap, presentations, workshops, discussion sessions and hands-on activities among others.
• The youth delegates will travel to Phnom Penh by bus on 14th June for city cultural visits and attend the Opening Ceremony of the 37th Session of the World Heritage Committee where they will present the results of the Forum on 16th June. They will have the opportunity to meet and discuss with the members of the World Heritage Committee and its Advisory Bodies.
• Simultaneous interpretation will be available in English and French.
• The activities will be documented and filmed.

Indonesian Participant:

• Only one Indonesian Youth Delegate will be selected by the Youth Desk – Indonesian National Commission for UNESCO, age 18-20 years (male or female)
• Capable of communicating well in English and/or French
• Have been actively involved in activities related to the theme and highly motivated to learn more about the World Heritage, its preservation and protection as well as its promotion.
• Willing to create and implement projects upon return to their home country and their respective city.
• Capable of involving other youth and students in the project activities and to promote the project in the local community.
• If he/she selected to be the Indonesian Youth Delegate, she/she agree to sign Letter of Agreement to actively involve (voluntary) at the Youth Desk – Indonesian National Commission for UNESCO, especially in Cultural projects, for at least two years right after going back from the forum.

Send us :
- Application Letter
- Motivation letter (comprising what makes you interested in this topic, how do you involve so far with such kind of activities/projects, what is your expectation if you selected for this forum, what will you do after the forum and what kind of follow up program/project will you hold after) not more than 2 pages of A4 paper size.
- Curriculum Vitae
Email to : info@unescoyouthdesk.org
Cc: youthdeskunesco@gmail.com
Title : Int’l Youth Forum Cambodia – (Your Complete Name)
Example : Int’l Youth Forum Cambodia – Asep Febri Pamuji

The Delegate chosen will be announced in two weeks after deadline at :
Website : http://www.unescoyouthdesk.org/
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/unescoyouthdesk
Twitter : @UNESCOYouthDesk

As preparation, the participants are invited to prepare a short presentation about a National/World Heritage site in her/his country.

Young delegates are required to participate in all the planned activities of the Forum.

Airfare (Jakarta-Seam Reap return), accommodation and meals, as well as local transportation in Cambodia will be provided by the organizing committee. Other fees apart from what mentioned will be cover by the chosen delegate.

Further information: https://www.facebook.com/unescoyouthdesk

The Smiling World Accelerator Program 2013

Deadline: 27/01/2013

The Smiling World Accelerator Program (“SWAP”) is an 8-24 month program for entrepreneurs in Southeast Asia seeking to take their organizations to the next level of growth and impact. The SWAP provides hands-on business consulting and customized financial support to outstanding, early-stage social ventures with a high potential for scaling-up and positive impact.

This program is being run in selected Southeast Asian countries, in proud partnership with ChangeFusion(Thailand), CSIP (Vietnam), GEPI (Indonesia) and xchange (Philippines). Deadline for applications is January 27, 2012. Apply now!

Web Link: http://www.gepindonesia.org/programs/swap/apply/

Fully-funded Fellowship for Theater Project 2013

Deadline: 07/01/2013

Are you excited about reaching out to people through theater? Do you want to start a venture that will impact people in your home country? Then apply for the unique one year D&F Academy Theater Project! Come to the D&F Academy Hamburg for ten weeks and learn how to write and stage a theater piece. During the subsequent ten months you will create your own venture in your home country as part of the D&F Academy DreamMaker Program. Apply till January 7th,2013 at www.dfacademy.org

Web Link: http://dfacademy.org/