Tuesday, January 26, 2016

World Village Conference (WVC) 2016

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World Village Conference (WVC) 2016

Events

Conferences

Provided by: Ana Filipovic

Location (s)

  • Indonesia
Purwakarta

Required Language (s)

English

Overview


The Government of Purwakarta Regency, in association with Asia Pacific Consultants for Integrated Development, is inviting 150 selected young leaders to participate in the WVC 2016. WvC 2016 is an event to celebrate village ecosystem, packed with inspiring speakers, skill-building programme and a variety of exciting opportunities.

Details

Description:


The participants will not only get involved in workshops and discussion with international prominent speakers, home-stay and knowledge sharing with the locals in Purwakarta, and networking dinner with industry and business stakeholders. The agenda is arranged to ensure all participants are sufficiently equipped with the experience of both villager and industry in order to become village-industry ambassadors in their respective countries.
Potential and opportunity exploration areas:
  • Network Building;
  • Collaboration and Partnership;
  • Training and Workshop;
  • Village-Based Industry Entrepreneurship;
  • Market Access.
Opportunity is About:

Eligibility

Description of Ideal Candidate:

  • Be between 17 – 30 years old;
  • University students around the world who have understanding on village-based economy, agriculture, culture-based economy or any field related to village-industry;
  • Have experience in village development;
  • NGO representatives who have experience or deep enthusiasm on village development and village-based industry;
  • Researchers or academicians who have knowledge and can add value on developing village economy while preserving its culture.
  • Business owners or professionals who are interested in investing in Purwakarta village industry;
  • Applicants must be members of (or affiliated with) non-government and non-for-profit youth-ed organizations, networks, initiatives or movements (led by youth for the benefit of youth) and have the ability to consult with and reach a wider group of young people, audience or network.
  • The applicant understands English very well; possesses intermediate to fluent levels of English;
  • The applicant holds an international passport valid until at least November 30, 2016. (For a visa to be issued, a passport needs to be valid for at least 6 months after the expected date of entry into Indonesia).

Dates:

Deadline:
As soon as possible
Program Starts:
May 23, 2016
Program Ends:
May 25, 2016

Cost for a participant:

Fully Funded

In order to assist the participants in the program, Purwakarta Regency will cover:
  • Hotel, meals, and accommodation;
  • Transportation from and to airport and the venue in Purwakarta.

Read more and apply at http://www.heysuccess.com/opportunity/World-Village-Conference-(WVC)-2016-12671#HK7AD2MxHUfdGfwz.99
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Eusers Summer School 2016

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Eusers Summer School 2016 - PERFORMANCE AND GOVERNANCE OF SERVICES OF GENERAL INTEREST IN THE EU

Events

Conferences

Provided by: Ana Filipovic

Location (s)

  • Italy

Required Language (s)

English

Overview


The school will focus on the performance and governance of services of general interests and in particular on six core sectors: Electricity, Gas, Telecommunications, Railways, Local Public Transport, Water and Waste Water. The objective of this school is to familiarise participants with the structure, regulation and performance of public services in Europe, particularly network industries and policy reforms supported by the European Union

Details

Description:


The school is going to be an excellent opportunity for the ambitious students to get the following:
  • An overview of network industries reform in the EU in six core sectors.
  • A unique focus on public enterprises economics and management.
  • An international faculty of senior experts
  • Opportunity for interacting with stakeholders from the European Commission and European agencies.
  • Participation at the XV edition of Milan European Economy Workshop.
  • Working groups and under the guidance of a tutor and prize for the best working group presentation.
  • Visibility of own works through EUsers website, Jean Monnet Network and CIRIEC.
Opportunity is About:

Eligibility

Description of Ideal Candidate:

The school is targeted to master-level, PhD students and post-doctoral researchers who are working in the fields of Economics, Management, Public Administration, Political Science and Social Studies.The total number of participants will be limited to 30.

The school is held entirely in English.

Dates:

Deadline:
March 15, 2016
Program Starts:
June 27, 2016
Program Ends:
July 01, 2016

Cost for a participant:

Fully Funded

No fee is required for admitted participants. Travel and accommodation costs covered by the EU funds combined with funds provided by the University of Milan.

Read more and apply at http://www.heysuccess.com/opportunity/Eusers-Summer-School-2016-PERFORMANCE-AND-GOVERNANCE-OF-SERVICES-OF-GENERAL-INTEREST-IN-THE-EU-12627#g4my3uzCiQD0wjao.99
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Thursday, January 14, 2016

Call for Fellowship in Global Journalism, University of Toronto’s Munk School of Global Affairs

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Fully funded
University of Toronto’s Munk School of Global Affairs

Events

Trainings & Fellowships

Provided by: Ana Filipovic

Location (s)

  • Canada

Required Language (s)

English

Overview


The University of Toronto’s Munk School of Global Affairs invites specialists who have a graduate or professional degree or a few years’ work experience to apply for a Fellowship in Global Journalism. Fellowship will happen in Canada and fellows will spend September 2016 to April 2017 reporting on their own discipline for major media while being mentored by leading journalists.

Details

Description:


Curriculum topics include investigative journalism, writing, freelance tradecraft, deep interviewing skills, performance and global dynamics. Fellows will also participate in a one-month bootcamp during which they will learn the fundamentals of journalism.

Opportunity is About:

Eligibility

Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate:

They are recruiting 20 Fellows from around the world—and are seeking something different than conventional journalism programs:
  • Specialization;
  • The relevant graduate degree, professional degree or work experience to report knowledgeably on any specialty. If in doubt, please send us your application anyway;
  • Prior experience as a journalist is NOT necessary, but some specific qualities are: Read qualifications to understand the kind of personality they are seeking;
  • Written and spoken fluency in English.

Dates:

Deadline:
February 19, 2016

Cost for a participant:

Fully Funded

The fellowship will cover CAD 10,000 (USD 7,490) of CAD 26,000 (USD 19,476) tuition. Fellows will continue to receive free coaching for two years after the program through monthly online bureau meetings.


Read more at http://www.heysuccess.com/opportunity/Call-for-Fellowship-in-Global-Journalism-University-of-Toronto%E2%80%99s-Munk-School-of-Global-Affairs-12069#86fl6dy7FTE8zex5.99

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Monday, January 11, 2016

Calling Engineers to Build Back Better Nepal

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2016 University Postgraduate Scholarship Program at Beijing University

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2016 University Postgraduate Scholarship Program at Beijing University

Scholarships

Master PHD

Provided by: Ana Filipovic

Location (s)

  • China

Required Language (s)

English

Overview


University in Beijing is offering scholarships to international students for pursuing postgraduate programmes (Master’s and Doctoral) at University in Beijing, China.

Details

Description:


The aim of BUAA is to gradually establish a research-oriented, wide-ranging specialized cultivating mode on the basis of the perfection of the former general education.
BUAA is one of the top universities in China equipped with advanced laboratories and teaching facilities. The campus of BUAA is notable for its beautiful environment, convenient transportation, and complete living service, including various sports facilities, bank, post office, supermarkets, canteens, etc.
Opportunity is About:

Eligibility

Description of Ideal Candidate:

-For master program, the candidates should have Bachelor Degree and be under the age of 35; for doctoral program, the candidates should have Master Degree and be under the age of 40.
-Applicants should have good command of English or Chinese and be able to take courses in English or Chinese. The majors sponsored by the University Postgraduates Program at Beihang University do not include language study, such as Chinese, English and etc.

Dates:

Deadline:
March 25, 2016

Cost for a participant:

Fully Funded

Benefits of CSC Scholarship are:
-Tuition Fee in Set Period
-Accommodation in University Dormitory Free of Charge;
Or Subsidies to the students to live off-campus housing found by themselves: 700 Yuan RMB/ Month for Bachelor and MS Candidates or 1000Yuan RMB/ Month for PhD Candidates
-Medical and Accident Insurance
-Living Allowance: 2500 Yuan RMB for Bachelor Candidates, 3000 Yuan RMB for MS Candidates and 3500 Yuan RMB for PhD Candidates.

Read more at http://www.heysuccess.com/opportunity/2016-University-Postgraduate-Scholarship-Program-at-Beijing-University-12301#lSMRTKBRcRA0wGqX.99
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Creative workforce transition scholarship

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Creative workforce transition scholarship

Scholarships

Undergraduate Master PHD Fellowship & Research

Provided by: Bogdan Lytvyn

Location (s)

  • Australia
  • Canada
  • New Zealand
  • Online
  • Ukraine
  • United Kingdom
  • United States of America

Required Language (s)

English

Overview


We established Creative Workforce Transition scholarship to share the best ideas about how to find the first job. We are looking for a person who can demonstrate what it takes to make a creative entering to the workforce.

Details

Description:


About the scholarship

CraftResumes works to get you the career you love. We do a professional resume help packaged for entry / professional and executive level jobs. We can help with with career transitions, resume and CV updates and job specific targeting. We understand what it takes to get your resume noticed by the employers, and how hard it can be, especially for recent graduates. CraftResumes community involvement encompasses fostering of an effective transition from college to the workforce.

Scholarship Background

Traditionally, you have something to offer employers and we help to bring that out in our superb resumes, cover letters and follow-up letters. Yet, with a recent graduates resume things are getting a little more different. Right now the workforce is more educated and competitive than ever, with entry level positions requiring at least a year of experience, you need to prove to a potential employer that you are the right candidate for the job. It is important that students get empowered about how to market their personal brand to potential employers. We welcome your vision of an effective student transition to a successful career. The winning student will receive a $1000 scholarship and will get a chance to complete a 1-3 month paid internship in our Chicago office. The finalist entries will get chance of being published on CraftResumes blog and social.

How to participate

Send us your vision of an effective transition from student to a successful career. A scholarship submission letter shall include: title: Creative workforce transition entry: any format you think fit enclosure: PDF copy of student enrollment document for the 2015/2016 academic year. All entries shall be sent to: scholarship@craftresumes.com Entries format: essay, video (youtube), presentation, etc -- we are flexible enough. Entries guidelines: essay (other written doc) length must be not more than 1000 words; video length: not more than 5 mins. The main idea: your vision of how to facilitate the student transition to creative workforce. Get an inspiration ideas for your vision from our blog posts.
Opportunity is About:

Eligibility

Description of Ideal Candidate:

Eligibility

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:
  • A student (undergraduate or postgraduate) enrolled in a degree at an eligible university. If your university is not on a list, please contact us at university@craftresumes.com.
  • Your scholarship submission includes a PDF
  • Entries are sent within the deadline

Dates:

Deadline:
April 30, 2016

Cost for a participant:

Fully Funded

Read more at http://www.heysuccess.com/opportunity/Creative-workforce-transition-scholarship-12258#5xsbYPCUQeralqoL.99
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MSc European Forestry, University of Eastern Finland

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Scholarships

Master

Provided by: Ana Filipovic

Location (s)

  • Finland

Required Language (s)

English

Overview


MSc European Forestry is a top class taught masters programme in the field of forest sciences. The quality of the programme was acknowledged by the European Commission, which awarded the MSc European Forestry an Erasmus Mundus status for years 2004-2014.

Details

Description:


The MSc European Forestry programme provides academic education in forestry focusing on the international dimension of sustainable forest management issues. The programme is an extra dimension to the already existing educational markets in forestry and nature management in Europe. In this programme, European forestry universities collaborate intensively to offer joint courses as well as their existing curricula, based on the knowledge and experience of forest management for which European forestry was the cradle already centuries ago.
The MSc European Forestry programme responds to the increasing number of issues in forest and nature management at international as well as national levels, which provide a whole range of new challenges and demands for policy making and management at the national, European and wider international level. The European view on forest management is well founded both in the latest research results as well as centuries of experience.
Our graduates are amongst the most sought after in the field by national and international employers alike.
Opportunity is About:

Description of Ideal Candidate:

  1. Bachelor's degree in forestry or related field with good grades issued by an internationally recognised university. Eligible applicant must have considerable academic knowledge in forest management.
  2. Good command of English language. TOEFL IbT 79 / PbT 550 or IELTS 6.0.

Dates:

Deadline:
January 27, 2016

Cost for a participant:

Fully Funded

Accepted students to the MSc European Forestry programme may have the possibility to apply for a scholarship from the University of Eastern Finland scholarship scheme. The scholarships are given out on a competitive basis and although not yet announced, it is anticipated that MSc European Forestry programme might have 5 scholarships to award to the best new students (there are no separate applications or calls for these scholarships). In 2015 the scholarships were max. 5,000 euro per student (altogether 5 students).
In addition, accepted students can apply for Erasmus+ traineeship grant (300-350 EUR/month) for the applied period and Erasmus+ grant for studies (200-250 EUR/month) for conducting studies in one of the MSc EFpartner universities outside Finland during the second academic year. More information and instructions how to apply for these will be shared during the first academic year.

Read more at http://www.heysuccess.com/opportunity/MSc-European-Forestry-University-of-Eastern-Finland-12319#jwg3BMPHJV2bkR8v.99
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Sunday, January 10, 2016

100 FULLY FUNDED spots for Committee Directors at The Global Indian MUN!

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100 FULLY FUNDED spots for Committee Directors at The Global Indian MUN!

Events

Conferences

Provided by: Alex

Location (s)

  • India
New Delhi

Required Language (s)

English

Overview


The Global Indian Model United Nations Conference (TGIMUNC in further text) is issuing a CALL FOR STUDENT DIRECTORS who will perform duties of chairs, co-chairs, and recording secretaries at the upcoming edition of the TGIMUNC.

Details

Description:


50 Chair and Co-Chair positions are available for university students
50 Secretary positions are available for high school students
In order to achieve the high quality to which we aspire, we are looking for creative, talented and experienced student directors who are interested in building the most prestigious international MUN conference in India. 
ROLE OF A STUDENT DIRECTOR AT TGIMUNC 
Student Director is a person in charge of all committee activities. Among other things, Student Director will be dealing with: 
Writing the Study Guides for the assigned Committee
Assigning Delegates to countries
Screening delegate position papers
Maintaining the communication with delegates
Running the committee sessions
Opportunity is About:

Description of Ideal Candidate:

SELECTION CRITERIA
  • MUNPlanet Member (join here)
  • Outstanding Model United Nations Experience
  • Final year high school or university undergrad student (up to 25 years of age)
  • Sound oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to apply former Model UN knowledge and concepts to practical situations
  • Proven experience using information and technology
  • Able to operate effectively in a team, contributing positively to team operations and working relationships
  • Ability to contribute ideas and demonstrate initiative and flexibility in TGIMUNC organizing process
  • Demonstrated analytical and research skills, especially in the field of committee building and management
  • Attention to accuracy and detail
  • Ability to file, retrieve, shelve, and physically organised materials in a high volume environment
  • Good general knowledge with an interest in reading and current affairs
THE CALL FOR DIRECTOR PROCESS
All shortlisted candidates will be invited for a Skype interview 
The selection committee will consist of TGIMUNC Organizing Board members and MUNPlanet Board members.
Together with the organizing board of TGIMUNC, MUNPlanet  will read the submissions and generate a report of suggested candidates for committee spots. The selection committee will have until the end of January to actively negotiate on final selections, at which time the winners will be announced. The board may elect not to fill a particular spot if an acceptable candidate is not available.
All accepted candidates will be joining the organizing team immediately upon selection. The visa and travel costs, accommodation and meals for the duration of candidate’s stay in India will be covered by the conference organizers.

Dates:

Deadline:
January 15, 2016
Program Starts:
May 07, 2016
Program Ends:
May 11, 2016

Cost for a participant:

Fully Funded

PLEASE NOTE THAT
  • Round Travel costs will be covered by the organizers
  • Accommodation will be provided for the length of the conference
  • Conference meals will be provided

Read more at http://www.heysuccess.com/opportunity/100-FULLY-FUNDED-spots-for-Committee-Directors-at-The-Global-Indian-MUN!-12442#4M1SZvFxVlxzFfl5.99
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Merit360 - 360 global young leaders in NYC

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Merit360 - 360 global young leaders in NYC

Events

Conferences

Provided by: World Merit

Location (s)

  • United States of America
New York

Required Language (s)

English

Overview


The most significant program for 360 global citizens committed to tackle the UN Sustainable Development goals, in the United States September 2016.

Details

Description:


Merit360 is the world's most significant program for global citizens committed to tackle the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals. It is innovative and inspirational. End of August 2016, World Merit will gather 360 changemakers from all over the world in the USA for two weeks, to work on projects that will contribute in tackling the SDGs. These two weeks will focus on skill development, teamwork and sustainable development projects. The program is meant to be life- and world changing for the participants and the planet. It concludes in the United Nations Headquarters in New York and will include many global leaders as speakers and mentors. 
As participant, you will work as part of a team of 360 people representing (almost) every country, and what you develop will be presented at the United Nations and be implemented for the good of global society. You will lead hundreds of thousands of people, from World Merit and beyond, in taking action and ensuring a better future for all. 
You will start by getting to know the 360 participants in the World Merit community platform. After researching issues, this group will gather in the United States, with much of the program facilitated at Indian Head Camp, before the conclusion convenes in the United Nations in New York. The period from 27 August - 12 September 2016 will prove incredibly important for you as an individual and we will work to make sure it is also the start of something important for the planet.  
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MEDIA & CREATIVE TEAM
If you can’t quite decide what SDG you are most passionate about tackling, but you have awesome media or creative skills to bring to Merit360, then you can also apply to become part of the 360 Media and Creative Team. To make a real impact, we need to tell the world what we are doing! We are looking for 60 people to support the work of the teams that are working towards projects tackling the Sustainable Development Goals. Like the other 360 delegates, you will take part in many of the workshops, listen to the key notes and have the opportunity to work on the different projects.
Roles include: filmmakers, photographers, graphic designers, social media managers, researchers, tech experts, journalists, bloggers, artists and podcasters. 

HOW TO APPLY
All we ask of our applicants is that they are ready to make a change, and to do this now. Applying is easy.
Step 1: fill in the application form HERE
Step 2: take the short online eligibility interview
Step 3: get selected and pay the deposit to confirm your place
Opportunity is About:
Description of Ideal Candidate:

The eligible candidate:
- is between 18 and 30
- speaks (at least average) English
- has a passion to change the world for the better
- is interested in one of the Sustainable Development Goals or wants to utilize their media / creative skills to tackle these goals.

Dates:

Deadline:
March 31, 2016
Program Starts:
August 27, 2016
Program Ends:
September 11, 2016

Cost for a participant:

Partially Funded

The generosity of our partners, and the fundraising efforts of the World Merit team and World Merit members have led to the happy fact that once selected, 87.5% of your program fee has already been covered! This means that £5250 of the full £6000 cost of the program has been found for you! 
Upon selection you will be asked to pay or fundraise for the £750 balance of the total program costs. You will also be required to embark on a Pay It Forward campaign to raise money for scholarships for future Merit360 participants. 
The process will go like this:
1.   You apply and are interviewed.
2.   You are selected.
3.   We will deduct £5250 from the £6000 program fees.
4.   You will pay / fundraise the balance of your costs at £750. To be paid within the agreed timeframe.
5.   You will be asked to set a Pay It Forward fundraising target to provide scholarship funds for future people of merit. We will help you achieve those targets and raise finances that you will have some input to where it goes. You will be involved in selecting people from a specific country perhaps or to support developing activists in a specific SDG.
6.   You will join us for Merit360 in the US in August 2016, and work on the worlds most prestigious program explicitly tackling the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. 
Though all program costs, including food, accommodation, mid program transportation etc., are covered, you are responsible for your own logistics of getting to and from a set location in New York City.

Read more at http://www.heysuccess.com/opportunity/Merit360-360-global-young-leaders-in-NYC-10745#5hY7EHxHvX0i3yrj.99
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Tuesday, January 5, 2016

Sarah Pettit Doctoral Workshop for LGBT Studies

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Sarah Pettit Doctoral Workshop for LGBT Studies

Events

Trainings & Fellowships

Provided by: Ana Filipovic

Location (s)

  • United States of America

Required Language (s)

English

Overview


Yale LGBT Studies is currently inviting applications for its Sarah Pettit Doctoral Fellowship 2016 in Lesbian Studies at Yale University. The Fellowship welcome applicants from the humanities, social sciences, performing and fine arts, and beyond, within the field of lesbian studies (read broadly), to engage with the concept of freaks, conceived expansively as problem, provocation, subjectivity, ethic, and/or aesthetic.

Details

Description:


The 2016 Yale Pettit Doctoral Fellowship Workshop will take place May 16-20th, 2016 in New Haven, CT and will be organized around the theme “Freaks.”

Research Topics:
- Female masculinities, trans-femininities, and other queer subjects in freak shows, carnivals, and international exhibits;
- Lesbianized subjectivities and histories;
- “Savages” and “Freaks of Nature”;
- Disability and the cripped female body;
- Policed bodies and sexualities;
- Freaks in pop culture and media;
- Performances of the freaky and/or freak lifestyles;
- Transgender and transfeminist lesbian culture, politics and desire;
- Spectacles and the spectacular.
Opportunity is About:

Dates:

Deadline:
February 15, 2016

Cost for a participant:

Fully Funded

Following the workshop, fellows will stay in New Haven for an additional three days to take advantage of Yale University libraries and resources.  Selected fellows will receive small stipends and travel funding in addition to room and board for the week of the workshop.  It is also envisioned a follow-up meeting in 2017 of the fellows and mentors as part of a longer-term mentoring relationship.

Read more at http://www.heysuccess.com/opportunity/Sarah-Pettit-Doctoral-Workshop-for-LGBT-Studies-12407#d7Myl5SCiMIIOZZe.99
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