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Call for Application: International Youth Task Force for Commonwealth Youth Forum 2018 – London.

by OFA
written by OFA

Application Deadline: 30th April 2017.

The Commonwealth is a unique global family of 52 member countries encompassing a multitude of cultures, religions and institutions. Its 2.3+ billion people make up a quarter of the world’s population and have become a vibrant and growing association of states in tune with the modern world. In 1991, the Harare Commonwealth Declaration set the association firmly on a new course, promoting democracy, good governance, human rights, the rule of law, and sustainable economic and social development. Today, the Commonwealth continues to be an active contributor in global affairs and building consensus around the world. The Commonwealth is a modern international association proud of its diversity and ready to meet future challenges.

Young people under 30 make up over half of the Commonwealth’s population of two billion and the youth population is still growing. The Commonwealth is committed to address the challenge of the “youth bulge” and the associated need to create enabling opportunities for young people. The organisation is working to ensure sustainable development through a youth lens where young people are given a strong voice in development strategies across all member countries.

It is in this framework that the Government of the United Kingdom will be hosting the 11th Commonwealth Youth Forum (CYF) as one of four parallel forums as part of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2018. The CYF will tentatively take place from 16th to 18th April 2018 in London. The forum is organised jointly by Government of the United Kingdom, Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC) & Youth Division Commonwealth Secretariat and its regional partners the Caribbean Regional Youth Council, the Pan-African Youth Union, and Pacific Youth Council. This year’s theme will be confirmed shortly.

Reauirements

  • About 450 representatives of national youth councils, youth bodies, youth organisations as well as youth leaders, youth workers, young professionals and experts from across the Commonwealth are expected to attend the forum.
  • The CYC is making a call for the composition of the International Youth Taskforce who will be responsible for the organisation of CYF 2018.
  • The IYTF will be divided into four committees: Programmes Committee, Media and Communications Committee, Policy, Drafting and Reporting Committee and Logistics Committee.

 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the International Youth Task Force for Commonwealth Youth Forum 2018.

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Call for Participants: 11th AFRICA-EUROPE Training Course for Youth Organisations, Nairobi Kenya (Fully Funded)

by OFA
written by OFA

Application Deadline: 12th October 2015 – 23.59 pm (GMT+1)

Encouraged by the success of the previous Africa-Europe Training Courses and the demand for capacity building opportunities expressed by youth leaders in the Africa-Europe Youth Co-operation, the North-South Centre will run the 11th edition of this programme. The course is organised in co-operation with the European Youth Forum, the Pan-African Youth Union and the Network of International Youth Organisations in Africa.
After last editions of the course held in Tarrafal, Cape Verde (2002, 2009); Mollina, Spain (2004); Coimbra, Portugal (2005, 2008) Almada, Portugal (2006), Polokwane, South Africa (2010) Mindelo, Cape Verde (2012, 2013) and Nairobi, Kenya (2014) this 11th Africa-Europe Training Course will be held 8 – 15 November 2015 in Nairobi, Kenya.
During the course, participants will develop competences and tools to strengthen their political participation in the context of the Africa-EU Strategic Partnership and develop competences for the capacity-building of their organisations as civil society actors in the development process.

The 11th AFRICA-EUROPE Training Course for Youth Organisations to be held between 8 November and 15 November 2015 Nairobi, Kenya   In the framework of the 7th African University on Youth and Development. 

The training course aims to:

  • strengthen the role of youth organisations as civil society actors and enable youth to organise and take action;
  • reinforce its political participation in Africa-Europe co-operation;
  • promote the global citizenship of young people in Europe and Africa.

The week-long course can accommodate up to 20 participants. Active participation and in-depth reflection are key features of the course. Participants will compare their approaches to youth work and youth participation, engaging in the implementation and evaluation of the programme with the team of trainers.
This Training Course is an opportunity given to youth leaders from Africa and Europe to share, better understand and integrate the objectives set at the international level in their work and contribute to their achievement. Some of these objectives (mentioned above) inscribed in the Africa-EU Strategic Partnership, help enable youth to take an active part in these strategies at the national and regional level and be further equipped to participate.

Profile of Participants

The participants in this course are representatives of youth organisations in Europe and Africa. European and African national and international youth organisations are invited to propose candidates for this course. The selection will be carried out by the North-South Centre in consultation with partners of the training course.

Approximately 50% of the participants in this course will come from youth organisations in Europe; the other half will come from youth organisations in Africa. Gender balance will be ensured in the selection process of the participants, as well as the balance between the type and/or nature of organisations.

Concerning participants and their profile:

  • should be a key multiplier playing an active role within a youth organisation, network or service at national or regional level, and plan to continue this work in the near future;
  • seeking gender balance;
  • diverse social and geographical background (including disadvantaged and minority groups);
  • aged between 18 and 30;
  • have already some qualification or experience in terms of international youth work;
  • be committed to attend the full duration of the course and be supported by a youth organisation or service;
  • be able to present the context of their work, their way of tackling problems, the challenges they meet;
  • be able to work and communicate in English/French.

Benefits:

  •  The North-South Centre will do its best to issue a pre-paid ticket. In exceptional cases, participants might advance the booking of the international flight and reimbursement will be done fully or in an agreed amount.
  • It is expected that participants/background organisation support the expenses related with local transport in the home country, as well as visa and necessary vaccination costs.
  • The board and lodging for the full duration of the training course is covered by the North-South Centre (accommodation and meals). Participants will be accommodated in double/triple rooms. 
  • There is no participation fee for this training course.

Application Process:

  • All candidates fulfilling the criteria and wanting to participate should send the enclosed application form to [email protected] by the 12th of October 23.59pm (GMT+1) 2015.
  • A recommendation letter from the organisation clearly stating the added value and possible follow-up of the participation of the applicant in the training course should be sent (scan version) in the same email of the application form. This letter should be signed and stamped. 
  • The application form and recommendation letter are necessary to consider the application eligible.
  • All applicants should receive a confirmation email of reception of documents within 5 working days after the submission of the application. If you do not receive this confirmation, please contact us.
  • The selection results will be announced by 16th October 2015.

Download Application Form

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 11th AFRICA-EUROPE Training Course for Youth Organisations

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Call for Applications

10th AFRICA- EUROPE Training Course for Youth Organisations, Nairabi Kenya.

by lanredahunsi
written by lanredahunsi

Deadline for applications : 5th November 2014– 23:59 pm (GMT+1)

Organised by the North-South Centre in the framework of the Joint Management Agreement between the European Commission– EuropeAid Co-operation Office and the North-South Centre of the Council of Europe

The 10th AFRICA- EUROPE Training Course for Youth Organisations to be held between 25 January and 1 February 2015 Nairobi, Kenya In the framework of the 6 th African University on Youth and Development.

Encouraged by the success of the previous Africa-Europe Training Courses and the demand for capacity building opportunities expressed by youth leaders in the Africa-Europe Youth Co-operation, the North-South Centre will run the 10th edition of this programme.
The course is organised in co-operation with the European Youth Forum, the Pan-African Youth Union and the Network of International Youth Organisations in Africa. During the course, participants will develop competences and tools to strengthen theirpolitical participation in the context of the Africa-EU Strategic Partnership and develop competences for the capacity-building of their organisations as civil society actors in the development process.

Furthermore, the course is a unique opportunity to give practical and political follow-up andimplementation to some of the outcomes of the Africa-Europe Youth Summits, the Africa- Europe Youth Leaders Meeting of 2011 and the AEYP meetings (November 2012 and 2013).
The week-long course can accommodate up to 20 participants. Active participation and in-depth reflection are key features of the course. Participants will compare their approaches to youth work and youth participation, engaging in the implementation and evaluation of the programme with the team of trainers.
This Training Course is an opportunity given to youth leaders from Africa and Europe to share, better understand and integrate the objectives set at the international level in their work and contribute to their achievement. Some of these objectives (mentioned above) inscribed in the Africa-EU Strategic Partnership, help enable youth to take an active part in these strategies at the national and regional level and be further equipped to participate.
Profile of Participants
The participants in this course are representatives of youth organisations in Europe and Africa. For the European participants the course is open for residents of all member- states of the Council of Europe. African, national and international youth organisations are invited to propose candidates for this course. The selection will be carried out by the North- South Centre in consultation with partners of the training course
Concerning participants and their profile:
  • Should be a key multiplier playing an active role within a youth organisation, network or service at national or regional level, and plan to continue this work in the near future;
  • Seeking gender balance;
  • Diverse social and geographical background (including disadvantaged and minority groups);
  • Aged between 18 and 30;
  • Have already some qualification or experience in terms of international youth work;
  • Be committed to attend the full duration of the course and be supported by a youth organisation or service;
  • Be able to present the context of their work, their way of tackling problems, the challenges they meet;
  • Be able to work and communicate in English/French.
Support for Travel Expenses and Board and Lodging
  • The North-South Centre will do its best to issue a pre-paid ticket.
  • In exceptional cases, participants might advance the booking of the international flight and reimbursement will be done fully or in an agreed amount.
  • Please do not proceed with any booking until confirmation of selection and agreement regarding travel arrangements.
  • Transfers from and to the airport in Nairobi will be assured by organisers.
  • It is expected that participants/background organisation support the expenses related with local transport in the home country, as well as visa and necessary vaccination costs.
  • Please look for information regarding health and visa needs that you might have to attend the activity
  • The board and lodging for the full duration of the training course is covered by the North- South Centre (accommodation and meals). Participants will be accommodated in double/triple rooms.
  • There is no participation fee for this training course.
Deadline for Applications
  • All candidates fulfilling the criteria and wanting to participate should send the enclosed application form to [email protected] by the 5th of November 23.59 pm (GMT+1) 2014.
  • A recommendation letter from the organisation clearly stating the added value and possible follow-up of the participation of the applicant in the training course should be sent (scan version) in the same email of the application form.
  • This letter should be signed and stamped.
  • The application form and recommendation letter are necessary to consider the application eligible.
  • All applicants should receive a confirmation email of reception of documents within 5 working days after the submission of the application. If you do not receive this confirmation, please contact us.
  • The selection results will be announced by 24th November 2014.

Download Application Form

For More Information:

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