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World Youth Alliance Youth Voices at the United Nations Essay Competition 2016 (Win a spot on WYA’s delegation to the commission on Population and Development at the UN in 2016).

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Submission Deadline: December 15th 2015

Win a spot on WYA’s delegation to the commission on Population and Development at the UN in 2016.
Essay Question:

Strengthening the demographic evidence base for the post-2015 development agenda.How should a proper understanding of human dignity influence how we measure the impact of the post-2015 development agenda.

The Youth Voices at the UN is a global training program run by the World Youth Alliance. The program provides an opportunity for our youth members to attend events at the United Nations in New York. Participants benefit from informational training at WYA that teaches them how to articulate the core concepts of human dignity protection at the UN. Participants learn how to interact with delegates, and most effectively represent themselves, their countries and the mission of WYA.

Submission requirements:

  • Participants must be Track A Certified*
  • One entry per person
  • Word count: 800 – 1,000 words
  • Participants must be 16-30 years old.
  • Format: MS Word or PDF
  • Email submissions to [email protected]
  • Download the application form here: A4 | Letter
  • Deadline for submissions: December 15, 2013

Participants of the Youth Voices program are selected through an essay writing competition that covers themes discussed in actual United Nations Commissions.

Benefits:

Writers of the winning essays will receive:

  • An invitation to attend the UN Commission on Population and Development (CPD) together with the WYA team
  • Training at the WYA Headquarters prior to attending the UN Commission
  • Free lodging in New York City for the duration of the program
  • A certificate of completion of the Youth Voices Program

Important Dates

  • October 15, 2015: Essay competition starts
  • November 30, 2015: Last day to submit essays
  • December 15, 2015: Announcement of winners via personal email
  • January 10, 2016: Last day for winners to confirm participation at the CPD in New York
  • April 11 – 15, 2016: 57th Session of the Commission on Population and Development

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For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the World Youth Alliance Youth Voices at the United Nations Essay Competition 2016

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2015 World Youth Alliance Africa Internship Program Batch 3, Nairobi Kenya.

by lanredahunsi
written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: July 3rd 2015
Internship Period : Sept 1-Dec 11, 2015

The World Youth Alliance (WYA) is looking for young people and leaders with a strong desire
to protect and promote human dignity while making a positive impact on so society. Successful interns have been proactive, self-driven, resourceful, detail-oriented, and humble individuals with a willingness to learn. If you possess these qualities, if you are looking to make a difference, apply today for the World Youth Alliance (WYA) Africa Internship Program.
This program takes place at the WYA Africa offices in Nairobi, Kenya.

The World Youth Alliance Internship Program provides opportunities for young people who are inspired by the ideas and work of the World Youth Alliance (WYA) to gain professional skills working on WYA’s projects and a substantive learning experience on WYA’s core ideas.

Projects are designed to enhance each student’s specific academic background and interests. Interns receive mentorship and training from WYA staff members.

The WYA Africa Internship Program is a 3-month volunteer opportunity for young people committed to fulfilling WYA’s mission through work with WYAs regional staff on projects related
to advocacy, education, or culture. Interns will report to the WYA Africa office in Nairobi, Kenya.
As an intern, you can be involved in the following:
1. Join an international youth organization that promotes human dignity
2. Learn about national, regional, and international policy-making that impacts development
3. Help implement WYA projects in advocacy, education or culture
4. Participate in WYA’s Track A Training discussions with young people from different parts of Africa
5. Challenge yourself and advance your skill sets and field of expertise

Eligibility

  • The internship program is open to university students, recent graduates, and young
    professionals. Ideal candidates possess a strong passion for the defense of human dignity.
  • WYA seek committed members with strong communication abilities and organizational skills.
  • Interns must also be able to motivate and inspire others
  • Ideal candidates possess a strong desire to protect and promote human dignity while making a positive impact on society.
  • Candidates must be proactive, self-driven, resourceful, detail-oriented, and humble individuals with a willingness to learn.

Benefits:

Introductory Training

Undergo WYA’s Certified Training Program (CTP) and learn about human rights philosophy and the dignity of the person.

b) Project Management

Work on projects suited to your interests and strengths under the supervision of WYA staff.

c) Network Building

Attend different events and meet new contacts as you represent WYA in various occasions.

Application Requirements:
1. Completed application form
2. Cover Letter
3. Resume or CV
4. Two letters of recommendation
5. Signed copy of the WYA charter (for new members)
Notification
  • You will receive a confirmation receipt via email within one week of the internship application deadline.
  • Incomplete application forms will not be processed. Selected applicants will be asked to interview.
  • Please send your application to [email protected]

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the World Youth Alliance Africa Internship Program

 

 

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Call for Applications

2015 World Youth Alliance International Summer Camp, USA (Scholarships Available)

by lanredahunsi
written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: June 26th, 2015

When: July 26-August 1, 2015

Where: World Youth Alliance (WYA )Headquarters in New York City,

Cost: The camp fee of $650 per camper covers all accommodations and meals for the duration of the camp.

Scholarships: Available on Request

Want to make a difference in the world? Want to create lasting friendships?

World Youth Alliance International Summer Camp is an exciting and personally enriching experience for young people aged 13 to 18. During this intensive one-week program, young people from all over the world come together to learn about the dignity of the human person and how this idea is the starting point for change in the world!

Participants learn to articulate and defend a vision of the human person that is both positive and critically engaged with global issues.

World Youth Alliance (WYA) is a coalition of young people between the ages of 10-30 committed to promoting human dignity in policy and culture. WYA started with Anna Halpine who stood up for her belief in the dignity of the person at the United Nations in 1999.

Eligibility:

  • The WYA International Summer Camp is open to all applicants age 13 – 18 years old.
  • High school students and university students are encouraged to apply.

Topics Include:

  •  Is the human person a subject with dignity?
  • What is authentic freedom?
  • Population and Development: Is the person the problem or the solution?
  • How do we become champions for the defense of the human person?

Outdoor and Cultural Activities:

  • Sports and Recreation
  • Boating in Central Park
  • International Food and Dance
  • Hiking Trip in Upstate NY
  • Movie Nights
  • Model UN

Scholarships:

  • You can send any scholarship requests to [email protected] with the title “ 2015 ISC Scholarship.”
  • The Scholarship provide half or full coverage of the summer camp fee on a case to case basis

 

Application:

The deadline for applications is on June 26th, 2015.

How to Apply

  1. Read and agree to the World Youth Alliance Charter by signing here.
  2. Fill out the ISC Camper Application form below. Accepted campers will be notified by email.
  3. Please submit your summer camp payment after you receive your acceptance letter which will contain instructions for payment.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the World Youth Alliance International Summer Camp

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Internships

2015 World Youth Alliance Africa Regional Internship Program, Nairobi Kenya – Batch Two

by lanredahunsi
written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: March 9 2015

The World Youth Alliance Regional Internship Program is an opportunity for young people who are inspired by the ideas and work of World Youth Alliance to contribute practically to its international and regional projects and to study more closely the ideas which have formed the organization. The program focuses on three aspects: project management, training, and network building. As an intern, you can:

  1. Learn about our mission to understand and articulate the dignity of the person.
  2. Gain practical and theoretical knowledge about international, regional, and national policy-making.
  3. Help your region grow socially and economically as you develop projects that uphold the value of each person.
  4. Have the opportunity to build your own network and community in line with World Youth Alliance programs.

Ideal Candidates

  • Ideal candidates possess a strong desire to protect and promote human dignity while making a positive impact on society.
  • Candidates must be proactive, self-driven, resourceful, detail-oriented, and humble individuals with a willingness to learn.
  • If you possess these qualities and are looking to make a difference,

Application Requirements

1. Completed application form
2. Letter of intent.
3. Resumé.
4. Answer to essay questions listed on the application form.
5. Two letters of recommendations.
6. A signed copy of the WYA charter for new members.

You will receive a confirmation receipt via email within four weeks of the internship application deadline. Incomplete application forms will not be processed. Selected applicants will be asked to do an interview.

Email [email protected] to receive a copy of the application form.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the World Youth Alliance Africa Regional Internship Program

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Youth Voices at the United Nations Essay Competition 2015 (Win a spot on WYA’s Delegation on the Status of Women at the UN in March 2015

by lanredahunsi
written by lanredahunsi

Deadline for submissions: December 15, 2014

Essay Question:

This year, the committee on the status of Women is focusing on challenges to implementing the Beijing Platform for Action. In light of Beijing+20, how can understanding human dignity help achieve women’s equality and empowerment?

The Youth Voices at the UN is a global training program run by the World Youth Alliance. The program provides an opportunity for our youth members to attend part or all of the Commission on the Status of Women at the United Nations in New York.

Participants benefit from informational training at  World Youth Alliance. that teaches them how to articulate the core concepts of human dignity protection at the UN. Participants learn how to interact with delegates, and most effectively represent themselves, their countries and the mission of WYA.

Participants of the Youth Voices program are selected through an essay writing competition that covers themes discussed in actual United Nations Commissions. Writers of the winning essays will receive:

  • An invitation to attend UN commissions together with the WYA team
  • Training at the WYA Headquarters prior to attending the UN Commission
  • Free lodging in New York City for the duration of the program
  • A certificate of completion of the Youth Voices Program

Please note that participants will have to cover their own transportation costs to and from New York City, and within New York City.

Submission Requirements

  • Participants must be Track A Certified
  • Be from 16-30 years old
  • One entry per person
  • Format: 800 – 1,000 words in MS Word or PDF file
  • Fill out the application form
  • Email application forms to [email protected] with the subject line ‘Youth Voices at the UN‘
  • Deadline for submissions: December 15, 2014

Important Dates

  • November 1, 2014: Essay competition starts
  • December 15, 2014: Last day to submit essays
  • December 20, 2014: Winner notification
  • January 5, 2014: Last day for winners to confirm participation at the CSW in New York
  • March 9 – 20, 2015: 59th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women

How to Apply:

 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the  Youth Voices at the United Nations Essay Competition 2015

 

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AELC 2014
Call for ApplicationsConference

2014 World Youth Alliance Africa Emerging Leaders Conference, Nairobi, Kenya.

by lanredahunsi
written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: September 30 2014

What: The 5th  Africa Emerging Leaders Conference
When: Thursday 9th and Friday 10th October 2014.
Where:  Strathmore University Auditorium, in Nairobi, Kenya.
Whom: Youth aged between 16 -30 years.
Organizers: World Youth Alliance

The Africa Emerging Leaders Conference – AELC is an annual World Youth Alliance event that brings together youth from across Africa to interact with leaders and policy makers on current global issues through lectures and discussions. In addition, a rich display of culture is enjoyed through the sessions at the conference

This year’s theme will focus on the “Economic Development and the Family” The role youth play which resonates with the UN Global focus on the family this being the 20th Anniversary of the International year of the family. It will enable youth to engage ideas that are of importance to young people on the rising continent of Africa. This will help us to understand how we can contribute to a better Africa and it turn a better world in solidarity as the Emerging Leaders on the Africa continent!

Logistics:

  • Lunch and snacks will be provided for the two days of the Conference.
  • All travel expenses will be borne by the participants.
  • Guidance to the economical options available for accommodation will be communicated to participants in due course so as to enable secure and affordable days in Nairobi.
  • WYA Africa will not finance accommodation. Payments for accommodation will be made by the participants.

How to Apply:

  • All interesetd applicants must fill out their details through the application form here as below before the September 30th 2014 deadline.
  • You will be notified via email or call if you have been accepted for the conference.
  • All applications forms can be sent via email to [email protected] or through postal address: World Youth Alliance Africa, P.O.Box 24021 – 00100, Nairobi Kenya.
  • Download: Africa ELC Application Form.

cost of the Conference?

The conference will cost 2,500 Kenya Shillings (30 USD) per participant. This will cater for conference kits with information, food, snacks and entertainment for the two-day conference.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Alliance Africa Emerging Leaders Conference 2014

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Youth Voices at the UN Essay Competition 2014.

by lanredahunsi
written by lanredahunsi

Submission Deadline: December 15 2013

The Youth Voices at the UN is a global training program run by the World Youth Alliance. The program provides an opportunity for our youth members to attend part or all of the Commission on the Status of Women at the United Nations in New York. Participants benefit from informational training at WYA that teaches them how to articulate the core concepts of human dignity protection at the UN. Participants learn how to interact with delegates, and most effectively represent themselves, their countries and the mission of WYA.

Essay Question:

What are the authentic solutions to meeting the MDGs for women and girls? You can answer with regards to a specific MDG or any number of MDGs.

Participants of the Youth Voices program are selected through an essay writing competition that covers themes discussed in actual United Nations Commissions. Writers of the winning essays will receive:

  • An invitation to attend UN commissions together with the WYA team
  • Training at the WYA Headquarters prior to attending the UN Commission
  • Free lodging in New York City for the duration of the program
  • A certificate of completion of the Youth Voices Program

Submission Requirements

  • Participants must be Track A Certified
  • One entry per person
  • Format: 800 – 1,000 words in MS Word or PDF file
  • Fill out the application form
  • Email application forms to [email protected] with the subject line ‘Youth Voices at the UN‘
  • Deadline for submissions: December 15, 2013

Important Dates

  • November 1, 2013: Essay competition starts
  • December 15, 2013: Last day to submit essays
  • December 20, 2013: Winner notification
  • January 4, 2014: Last day for winners to confirm participation at the CSW in New York
  • March 8 – 14, 2014: 57th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Youth Voices at the UN Essay Competition 2014

Download Application form

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