Saturday, June 21, 2008

The Nippon Foundation Fellowships for Asian Public Intellectuals



tama-new 1. Application Form
(Click your native country or country of residence below to download the application form.)

- Applicants from Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines
- Applicants from Japan
- Applicants from Thailand


2. A Cover Letter
With brief introduction of yourself and why you are applying for the API Fellowships Program.

3. A Curriculum Vitae
With details of your education, professional career, publications, and achievements. (Not more than three pages.)

4. Two Reference Letters
If these are not in English, you must provide an English translation. These letters should be addressed to the API Fellowships Program, and be written within three months before the deadline for submission.

5. Project Proposal
Please include the following points (in less than five pages):

  1. What is your project in more detail?
  2. Why do you want to do it?
  3. Why are you the right person to do this project? (mention relevant previous experience.)
  4. How are you going to do it? (methodology)
  5. What will be the outputs (research paper, video, performance, etc.) and how will you disseminate them?
  6. How does the project contribute to the goal of API?
  7. What are your past achievements and future plans as a public intellectual? (organization, advocacy, publication, etc.) How does the Fellowship help you?

Please submit the all above documents in one envelope addressed to the Partner Institution in your country.

Saturday, June 14, 2008

JICA Training Program for Young Leaders

JICA Training Program for Young Leaders in ICT
13-30 October 2008
Deadline for submission of Application: 31 July 2008

Under the program, groups of young leaders, who will eventually become nation-builders in the future, are invited to enhance their specialties by experiencing and learning technologies and skills in Japan for a period of 18 days.

The program is an enhancement of the Youth Invitation Program (formerly the ASEAN-Japan Friendship Programme for the 21st Century), which began in 1984 for six ASEAN countries, and which has since expanded to cover approximately 120 countries. For more than 20 years, the program has served as a significant venue for cultural exchange and for the promotion of friendship

Eligible applicants should be Filipino citizens, twenty (20) to thirty five (35) years of age, directly engaged in the related category/field applied for (information and communication technology), physically and mentally fit, from the non-military sector, should not have, in principle, stayed or visited Japan, holder of a valid passport (valid at least until June 2009), preferably holder of a permanent position and has completed at least two years of service as permanent, and no pending application for scholarship under another study program.

Travel expenses, accommodation and allowances will be provided to successful applicants.

Requirements to be submitted by the Applicants include an Application Form (Part A: Information About the Applying Organization and Part B: Information About the Nominee), Curriculum vitae, Recommendation from an individual who is in a responsible position to assess applicant’s performance at work and to certify his/her proper qualifications in participating in the programme, Two (2) passport-sized (1.3 x 1.77”) pictures with a plain, royal blue background, A one-page paper entitled “What I Expect from the Programme and How My Participation Will Enrich the Programme” on a separate sheet with the applicant’s signature, Original Certificate of Employment (with a Service Record) on the company letterhead, Recent medical certificate from either a family company physician issued not older than 3 months ago (March 2008) on the letterhead paper of the physician’s clinic/hospital and with the signature and license number of said physician. [Attach results of the following; (a) blood type; and (b) pregnancy test (for married women only). Note: Pregnancy is regarded as a disqualifying condition.]

Certified true copy of birth certificate, Photocopy of valid passport’s first four pages, last page and pages with visa/s, Certified true copy of undergraduate and postgraduate (if applicable) transcript in schools/universities, Certificates of attendance in seminars, trainings and membership in organizations if applicable, Recently issued certification not older than 3 months ago (March 2008) that the nominee has no pending administrative or criminal case, Certification of No Pending Nomination to other local foreign scholarship/s and no pending service obligation/s from previous trainings attended, Original NBI clearance.

False information made by the applicant in his/her application will automatically disqualify him/her from the Program.

Submit the accomplished form and other requirements not later than 12 weeks before the date of departure to:
Ms. Kathleen Fesalbon Office of Asian and Pacific Affairs (ASPAC) Department of Foreign Affairs 8/F DFA Bldg., 2330 Roxas Boulevard, PasayCity 1300 Telephone Nos. 834-3232 / 834-3163

Accomplished application form should not be sent via fax/e-mail. Incomplete documents will not be entertained.

For more information, contact

MARY ANN G. BAKISAN
Program Assistant
Human Resource Development Program Section
JICA Philippine Office
40th Floor, Yuchengco Tower, RCBC Plaza Ayala Avenue,
Makati City
Tel no: +63-2-889-7119 local 253 email :MaryannBakisan.PP@jica.go.jp

Friday, June 13, 2008

8 th MELAKA INTERNATIONAL YOUTH DIALOGUE

Theme: “ Towards a Drug-free Generation”
June 27 to 29, 2008
Melaka , Malaysia

The World Assembly of Youth is inviting participants to the 8 th Melaka International Youth Dialogue on June 27 to 29, 2008 in Melaka , Malaysia which aims to bring together young people and youth leaders from around the world to discuss pertinent and topical issues.
There is no specific age limit but delegations are encouraged to include young people below the age of 30.

A participation fee of USD150, inclusive of registration fee, twin-sharing accommodation and food shall be levied on all participants. This fee is payable in advance or on arrival. All participants must bear their own travel expenses to Malaysia .
Application forms should be emailed to office@way.org.my or sent thru fax at +606-2327271.

Download Application form here

VSO Bahaginan 2008 Global Xchange Programme


Global Xchange gives young people from the Philippines and the UK a unique opportunity to live and work together, develop and share valuable skills, and make practical contributions to disadvantaged communities in both countries faced with challenging situations.

You can be one of the nine Filipino volunteers of the 2008 Global Xchange Programme.
• 18 – 25 years of age (must NOT be younger than 18 or older than 25 between March and September 2008)
• Male or female
• Medically fit to undergo an active 6-month volunteer work
• Completed at least high school or secondary education
• Willing to do fundraising
• Willing to live and work with a British counterpart in a modest accommodation in a host family setting within a disadvantaged community in the Philippines and in the UK
• Flexible, open-minded and with a genuine commitment to learning
• Sensitive to the needs of others and can work within a team
• Can commit a minimum of 6 months (consecutive) to do 3 months of volunteer work in the Philippines and 3 months in the UK, and time to attend preparatory training

Important reminders:
• You can send your Application Form via e-mail to jona.ang@vsobahaginan.org or via fax to 02-3762160.
• The other requirements need to be submitted by regular mail at: Global Xchange Programme Secretariat – VSO Bahaginan Foundation, Inc., Unit 505, Pacific Corporate Center, 131 West Avenue, 1101 Quezon City
• Please indicate the code (GXP Application – Your Surname) in the subject line of your e-mail or outside the envelope for regular mail
• Personal and professional reference forms should be sent in sealed envelopes
• Please use the cover letter of the reference forms to inform your referee about Global Xchange

Deadline for submission of application is on July 2, 2008 by 12:00pm. Only applications received on or before the closing date will be screened. Short-listed applicants will be invited to an Assessment Day scheduled on July 10/11, 2008. Training and fundraising activities start in August 2008. Exchange proper will commence in September 2008.

For inquiries, please send an e-mail to jona.ang@vsobahaginan.org or call 02-3746450 local 25

http://www.vsobahaginan.org.ph/gxp_apply.htm

http://www.britishcouncil.org/philippines-gxp-call_for_application-2.htm

EarthCorps is now accepting international applications

EarthCorps is now accepting international applications. Please consider forwarding this announcement among your contacts.

EarthCorps offers a 6-month service learning program in Seattle , Washington , USA that brings together emerging environmental leaders to learn the fundamentals of:
Environmental Service
Community Building
Leadership

View a typical day at EarthCorps here: http://www.earthcorps.org/day_ in_the_life.php.
EARTHCORPS CHARGES NO TUITION OR FEES for its services and in fact supplies insurance, individual homestay families, food, gear and a monthly stipend to all international participants. EarthCorps provides additional support in acquiring US J-1 Trainee visas.

EarthCorps has established the following minimum criteria to be considered for the program:
· 18-25 years of age
· Conversational English
· No Criminal Record

BEFORE YOU NOMINATE please note that EarthCorps is required by the US government to ensure that every applicant meets strict criteria in order to qualify for a US J-1 Trainee visa. Before you nominate please make sure your candidates meet the following minimum criteria:

· 4 year college degree in the environmental field and 1 year of relevant work experience*
- OR-
· 5 years of work experience in the environmental field*

* These criteria are only for meeting US government regulations regarding the J-1 Trainee visa. US American team members may have less experience than this when entering the program.

DEADLINES AND START DATES:
· Applicant Application Dead Line: July 31, 2008
· Participant selection: August 2008
· Visa processing: September - December 2008
· Travel confirmation: January 2009
· EarthCorps Program starting date: February 2009
· EarthCorps Program graduation: August 2009

TO APPLY:
Candidates should be referred to EarthCorps by an environmental organization (i.e. NGO, community group or student club). Materials are available online at: http://www.earthcorps.org/join_ international.php

Please feel free to contact me via email: mark@earthcorps.org if you have any questions or concerns.

Thank you for your support!

Sincerely,


Mark Howard
International Program Manager, Responsible Officer
EarthCorps
6310 NE 74th St., Suite 201E
Seattle, Washington 98115 USA
+1-206-322-9296 ext. 224 office
+1-206-322-9312 fax
email: mark@earthcorps. org
http://www.earthcorps.org/international.php

Thursday, June 12, 2008

DAAD- Scholarship Programme

Various Post-graduate degree courses
Deadline: August 31, 2008
Website: www.daad.de

The postgraduate degree courses in Germany with relevance to developing countries aim to qualify junior experts and executives from developing countries in fields such as trade, business and administration. These postgraduate degree courses offer career-based and practice-oriented initial and continuing training. Their content focuses on key development policy questions and they stand out by delivering practice relevant know-how.

The typical scholarship holder will come either from a public authority or state or private company in a developing country and as such be engaged in the planning and execution of directives and projects with emphasis on development policy having a bearing on technological, economic or social areas.

Thus, apart from a university degree relevant to the postgraduate course, it is required that candidates have at least two years’ of related professional experience in order to qualify for a full or partial scholarship. The level of the monthly scholarship installment is based on the scholarship holder’s level of qualification (as a rule Euro 750 or Euro 1000). The funds for this scholarship programme are provided by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development.

Required documents include the following:
1. DAAD Application form, with recent photo
2. Hand-signed Curriculum Vitae (Please use
http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/)
3. Hand-signed statement of motivation with reference
4. Research exposé (if required by the university)
5. Academic letter of recommendation from your
signature and office stamp and must be of recent
6. Professional letter of recommendation from
signature and office stamp and must be of recent
7. Confirmation of employment from the employer
possible, guaranteeing re-employment upon
8. TOEFL or IELTS; (German language certificate,
9. Certified copies of academic transcripts3)
10. Certified copies of awarded academic degrees
11. University application form, if applicable

For further information, go to
www.manila.diplo.de
or contact Mrs. Susanne Lenz (DAAD-lecturer at UP Diliman) – Susanne.Lenz@gmx.net or
Ms. Davina Dy (Cultural Section, German Embassy Manila) – pr-1000@mani.diplo.de

Youth Camps and Exchange with Lions Club International

Lions Club International
Deadline: Varies

“The Lions International Youth Camp and Exchange Program is a unique cultural learning opportunity. Most exchanges last about four to six weeks.

Participants of the Lions International Youth Camp and Exchange Program must:

* be between the ages of 15 and 22.
* be sponsored by a Lions club
* have a basic knowledge of the language of the host country.
* be suitable to represent their community, sponsor Lions club, and country.
* be willing to accept the customs of another culture.
* provide proof of health, medical, travel insurance, and a liability release agreement.

Costs and Travel Arrangements
Travel arrangements for participants are usually made between the Lions youth camp and exchange chairpersons in the sponsor and host countries. Details are passed to sponsor/host Lions clubs and participants.

Financial arrangements for transportation costs (including actual fares, insurance, airport fees, customs duties, and layover or overnight fees) are the responsibility of the sponsor Lions club. Some camps require a camp fee. Costs may be paid by the sponsor Lions club, by the participant, the participant’s family, or a combination of these sources. If you will need to raise funds, ask your sponsor Lions club for an acceptance letter and other materials that will help you explain the program to donors.

Arrangements for food and lodging are covered by the host Lions club, during and exchange.

Participants are responsible for personal expenses (approximately US$75 per week) such as phone calls home, souvenirs, etc.

Exchanges: Host family stays can be arranged in any of the more than 190 countries in which Lions clubs exist. Most exchanges last between four and six weeks and the participant (ages 15 to 21) stays with one or more host families. Participants experience life as part of the host family and enjoy excursions with the host Lions club.

Camps: One or two week long camps bring together young people (ages 16 to 22) from around the world. Camps usually include a host family stay (exchange) that lasts between one and four weeks. More than 100 Lions youth camps in about 39 countries are held each year. Activities vary and can include visits to places of historic or natural interest, sports, and country presentations by camp participants.”

For more information, contact your local Lions Club or go to http://www.lionsclubs.org

International Graduate Fellowships and Scholarships


For more details visit http://www.pitzer.edu/academics/fellowships-grants/intl_fellowships.asp

Saturday, June 7, 2008


Description:
The UNDP/Peace Child Youth Video Climate Change Challenge is an interactive competition that aims to inspire and educate young people on the key messages of the 2007 Human Development Report - the United Nations' most comprehensive analysis of current scientific, economic and political thinking about the threat of catastrophic climate change and how to avoid it. To see these key messages Click Here. The contest invites young people aged 15-25 to make 30-150 second videos that relate these key messages to their own lived experience of climate change, their views about it, and/or their concerns about how the older generation have been, or should be, reacting to the challenge of combating it.

Videos to Engage and Inspire the World:
The United Nations is made up of 193 member states - and young people aged 15-25 in each of them are welcome to enter this contest. Even if you do not own a Video Camera, or a computer, you can take part in the contest. Click Here for full details.

Prize:
An all expense trip paid to attend the World Youth Congress 2008 in Quebec City, Quebec.

The 4th World Youth Congress will bring 600 of the world's most dynamic young activists in the field of sustainable development to Quebec from 120 different countries.

For more details visit: http://www.quantumshift.tv/contests/11/14/