The deadline for applications for the DAAD Public Policy and Good Governance scholarship program is on July 31! Submit your requirements as soon as possible. For more information about the program, click on this link:
www.daad.de
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Public Policy and Good Governance 2013 - Information for Students
The deadline for applications for the DAAD Public Policy and Good Governance scholarship program is on July 31! Submit your requirements as soon as possible. For more information about the program, click on this link:
www.daad.de
Help Send a Mndanaoan Indigenous Student Attend a Summer Camp in the US
A young Filipino student named Arjean has the opportunity to represent the Philippines this July in an international summer camp in the US called Camp Up with People, and GoodX needs you to help make it happen!
Arjean is from the Talaandig tribe in Bukidnon, Mindanao and is a Cartwheel Foundation college scholar.
For details, like Goodxorg on fb! or check their website at http://www.goodx.org
PhD 2013 Scholarships (Fiosraigh Scholarship Program), Dublin Institute of Technology, Ireland
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: PhD 2013 Scholarships (Fiosraigh Scholarship Program), Dublin Institute of Technology, Ireland
The Dublin Institute of Technology is delighted to announce its PhD 2013 Scholarships under the Fiosraigh Scholarship Programme. The Irish word Fiosraigh, which means to explore or inquire, underlines the purpose of this scholarship programme which is to promote the exploration and application of knowledge.
The Fiosraigh Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis and research proposals should be aligned with the DIT Research Thematic areas:
- Environment and Health
- Information and Media Technologies
- New Materials and Technologies
- Society, Culture and Enterprise
There are eight schemes within the DIT Fiosraigh Scholarship Programme. Each scheme has its own application process and terms and conditions and therefore applicants are advised to read each scheme carefully before applying.
Further information and application forms are available at http://www.dit.ie/fiosraigh
The Dublin Institute of Technology is delighted to announce its PhD 2013 Scholarships under the Fiosraigh Scholarship Programme. The Irish word Fiosraigh, which means to explore or inquire, underlines the purpose of this scholarship programme which is to promote the exploration and application of knowledge.
The Fiosraigh Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis and research proposals should be aligned with the DIT Research Thematic areas:
- Environment and Health
- Information and Media Technologies
- New Materials and Technologies
- Society, Culture and Enterprise
There are eight schemes within the DIT Fiosraigh Scholarship Programme. Each scheme has its own application process and terms and conditions and therefore applicants are advised to read each scheme carefully before applying.
Further information and application forms are available at http://www.dit.ie/fiosraigh
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
4th University Scholars Leadership Symposium
Humanitarian Affairs, with the support of The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, The United Nations Office on the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs and The Philippine Government (under the Commission on Higher Education and Department of Tourism), is hosting its 4th University Scholars Leadership Symposium in Manila, Philippines on August 1 to 7, 2013. The event is a gathering of 1000 youth leaders and representatives from Leading NGOS, Government Agencies and other stakeholders from all over the world.
The 4th University Scholars Leadership Symposium aims to inspire, motivate and train Global Youth Leaders to do their own Humanitarian Work and make a positive change in their own local communities. The programme is held annually in different countries in Asia and the Pacific: Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia.
This year’s programme is composed of workshops from 12 World Renowned Expert Humanitarians, plenary sessions with 1,000 Global Youth Leaders and outreach activities in partnership with World Vision, Save the Children and Habitat for Humanity.You may wish to check this site for more information: http://universityscholars.
For enquiries and RSVP, please contact Ms. Bianca Endaya on +44-77-2299-1311 or send an email to bianca.endaya@
Be the Cat@lyst
What is Cat@lyst?Cat@lyst is a T@ttoo branded initiative that seeks to harness creativity, energy and technology to create change and empower the youth to make a difference in society. In collaboration with Globe Bridging Communities, and the Global Shapers Manila, the CSR initiative will involve a youth challenge that will award cash grants, mentorship, and ICT support to see through the ideation, distillation and incubation of technology-based innovations useful to catalyze change in local communities.
WHAT ARE THE OBJECTIVES OF CAT@LYST?
- To promote the use of innovative ICT solutions as a tool for social change
- To provide an effective platform where young Filipinos can incubate and transform their ideas into viable programs
- To provide an avenue for young Filipinos to further develop their initiatives through a multi-stakeholder dialogue and mentorship from development professionals and Information and Communications Technology (ICT) experts
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
A technology-based solution for the existing community problemCriteria for selection:
- Innovation: Demonstrates creativity and originality
- Implementation Feasibility: Proposal should be executable in the given timeline and proponents should demonstrate capability to mobilize stakeholders involved
- Impact: Provides a long-lasting solution to an existing social problem
WHO MAY JOIN?
- The applicant must be a Filipino citizen, 18-30 years old.
- Proposals may be submitted by individuals or a representative of an organization, company, or community.
- The applicant must be available to attend the development forum, Shapers Lab, on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at the ADB Headquarters in Ortigas, Metro Manila. Financial assistance for transportation and accommodations will be provided for non-NCR based participants.
- The proposal should not have won in other business plan or project grant competitions of the same magnitude (national, regional, provincial or district), or have received the same amount of funding for its implementation.Proposals may be submitted by individuals or representatives of an organization, company, or community.
HOW TO JOIN?
All participants must provide the following:
- A completed application form downloaded from the GLOBE Catalyst website (click here to download application form).
- One-minute video pitching their solution for an existing community problem. Applicants must upload the video on YouTube or Vimeo and ensure that the URL/link is provided in the application form.Guide questions:
- What existing problem in your community do you want to solve?
- What is your proposed ICT-based solution?
- What kind of impact do you hope to make through your project?
- Photo/s showing the community you want to help and empower. You may also include links to news articles, videos, or blog entries about the community and/or your project, if already existing.
Email the application form and supplementary materials to globalshapersmanila@gmail.com with the subject “Cat@lyst:
DEADLINE OF ENTRIES: May 31, 2013
PRIZES
The project will award five (5) winners.PhP 200,000 cash grant, inclusive of ICT supportMaximum of 25% (PhP50,000) only may go to admin cost
For more info, visit http://www.catalyst.com.ph
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Are you an 18 to 30 year old blogger with a passion for “Development Through Empowerment”? Would you like to be the official Social Media Correspondent for the Asia’s Young Partners Forum (AYPF) and the Civil Society Program at the ADB Annual Meeting on 30 April to 05 May 2013 in New Delhi, India?
Here’s how to join the contest:
- Write a compelling blog post on the importance of the youth in driving development. The entry must be refreshing, inspiring, and reflective of your unique views on the topic.
- Follow @ADBandNGOs on Twitter.
- Tweet @ADBandNGOs the link to your blog entry. Use the hashtag #whyyouth
- Fill up the registration form and send to whyyouth2013@gmail.com
- Make sure your entries are in by 30 March 2013 (23:59hrs +8 GMT)
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies (CCDS)
Academic Programs & International Conferences
The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies
Forthcoming Academic Programs
www.ccds-berlin.de
The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies (of the ICD Academy for Cultural Diplomacy) offers educational programs in partnership with other leading organizations. Educational programs include Certificate Programs, Study Abroad Programs, Distance Learning Programs (designed specifically for governmental officials, academics, and professionals who are not able to leave their current positions), and Postgraduate Programs (for individuals pursuing careers in academia, diplomacy, government, and/or the private sector, related either wholly or in part to the field of Cultural Diplomacy).
The CCDS is currently accepting applications for the following programs:
Distance Learning Programs in Cultural Diplomacy
(Start: April 1st – 26th, 2013)
MA Program in Euro-Mediterranean & Cultural Diplomacy Studies
(Start: Summer Semester – Berlin, June 3rd, 2013)
MA Program in International Relations & Cultural Diplomacy
(Start: Fall Semester – Berlin, October 2nd, 2013)
MA Program in International Economics & Cultural Diplomacy
(Start: Fall Semester – Berlin, October 2nd, 2013)
Study Abroad Programs in International Relations & Cultural Diplomacy
(Spring Semester: Berlin, April 15th – June 14th, 2013)
Certificate Programs in International Relations & Cultural Diplomacy
(Spring Program: Berlin, May 1st – 31st, 2013)
To apply, please visit http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/academy/index.php?en_ccds
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ICD International Conferences
Forthcoming Conferences 2013
(Berlin, London, Reykjavik, Pretoria, Brussels: March - April, 2013)
www.icd-conferences.org
The ICD organizes a number of international conferences which take place throughout the year and around the world. The international conferences provide an opportunity for larger audiences to actively participate and engage in lectures, debates, and discussions featuring high-profile figures from the fields of international politics, diplomacy, culture, academia, and the private sector. The events have an inclusive participation policy and are open to individuals from all academic, cultural, and professional backgrounds.
We are currently accepting applications for the following conferences:
The London Conference on Cultural Bridges
"State Multiculturalism: An Interdisciplinary Analysis of Political, Economic, and Cultural Dimensions"
Co-hosted by the Lord McConnell International Foundation, the Royal Commonwealth Society and the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy
(London, March 20th - 22nd, 2013)
www.uk-multiculturalism.org
In our globalized world, Multiculturalism can be viewed as a natural phenomenon and result of the ever-changing global migration patterns. Many countries such as the UK, Germany, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Spain, Italy, USA, Australia, and Canada are constantly engaging with active multiculturalism policies, which are continually being amended and reinvented.
The pattern and process of multiculturalism is in fact transforming and increasing following economic, social and political changes in an interdependent and globalized world. It is therefore, essential that governments do not negate from the need to integrate their minority populations, while accepting and accommodating for diversity through policies that ensure better and sustained cultural cohesion.
The London Conference on Cultural Bridges will offer therefore a wide diversity of perspectives on the issue of intercultural relations internationally with a particular focus on the UK. The Conference will create and provide a proposal document that will be presented to the international community on how to overcome multicultural challenges. In addition the proposal document will offer best practices to achieve a successful and harmonic multicultural society. The Conference will also examine, in depth, different examples and best practices of Cultural Diplomacy that might be applied in a different context.
If you would like to reserve a position and participate in the conference, please click HERE
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The ReykjavÃk Congress on Human Rights
“Human Rights Protection & International Law: The Multifaceted Dilemma of Restraining and Promoting International Interventions”
Co-hosted by the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy & Ministry of Interior of Iceland
(Reykjavik, Iceland; April 10th – 13th, 2013)
www.reykjavikcongress.org
The international community acknowledges the increasing and persistent cases of mass atrocities and crimes against humanity occurring on a vast scale.
Understanding the complexity in bringing these crimes to an end, the ReykjavÃk Congress on Human Rights aims to argue and debate the notion of the responsibility to protect from a human rights perspective, taking into account the divergent dimensions in restraining or promoting international intervention.
Through the discussions and exchange of this conference we aim to consider the current most vehement cases of human rights violations, and further comprehend the varied issues and approaches to these mass atrocities and crimes against humanity from a theoretical perspective, analyzing the complex layers and structures, and taking into account the ethical dilemma surrounding the responsibility to protect and international intervention.
The 2013 Congress will create and publish a discussion document that will be presented to the international community on how to overcome the dilemma of restraining and promoting all forms of International Interventions based on coordinated global coalition efforts between governments, NGOs and International Institutions.
If you would like to reserve a position and participate in the conference, please click HERE
The 2013 International Conference on the African Union & Cultural Diplomacy
“African Perspectives: An African Vision for Positive Developments in Africa”
The Conference is Co-organized and Co-hosted by Brand South Africa and the ICD
(Pretoria, April 8th – 12th, 2013)
www.au-culturaldiplomacy-conference.org
This unprecedented gathering within the African continent will seek to highlight Africa´s self-attained achievements with regards to its standing in the international community, as well as its increasing emancipation from the often assumed dependency on the Western world. The focus will be on the role and successes of the African Union as an intergovernmental regional organization seeking to combat political, social, and economic inequalities. Past achievements will be considered while simultaneously accenting the future challenges the AU faces.
It will be demonstrated that the application of Cultural Diplomacy is pervasive within the African Union´s activities, as it has charged itself with the task of uniting highly differentiated cultures within Africa with the aim of achieving ´greater unity and solidarity between the African countries and the people of Africa. Cultural Diplomacy will be shown to support and solidify such efforts.
Conference Location
Based in Pretoria, South Africa, the conference will be hosted at the African Union Parliament and at a number of important political, historic, and cultural locations across the city.
Conference Speakers
Speakers during the Conference will include head of state and ministers, leading figures and experts from international politics, economics, academia, diplomacy, civil society, and the private sector. The speakers will also include a number of individuals from the ICD Advisory Board. For further information on the ICD Advisory Board, please click here.
Conference Participants
Participation in the conference is open to governmental & diplomatic officials, academics & scholars, economists, journalists, artists, civil society practitioners, private sector representatives, young professionals, and students, as well as other interested individuals from across the world
If you would like to reserve a position and participate in the conference, please click HERE
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The European-African Alliance Conference 2013
“Enhancing the Inter-cultural Dialogue between Europe and Africa to promote the Stability and economic Development within the two Continents”
(Brussels, April 17th – 19th, 2013)
www.au-eu-partnership.org
The ICD recognizes the unique partnership shared by Africa and Europe, two highly diverse yet interdependent continents. To exemplify this fact and further build on this mutually beneficial relationship, the second European-African Alliance will be held by the ICD. As the political epicenter of Europe, Brussels will serve as the venue for this unparalleled conference.
The first part of the conference will begin by exploring the novel opportunities that Africa and Europe can seize in the quest to promote their cooperation in the fields of youth education, women empowerment, and peace and security. The second topic will offer an in-depth analysis of the current economic situation in both continents, and will provide an insight into corporate behavior and entrepreneurship, allowing parties to exchange expertise. Finally, the conference will integrate Cultural Diplomacy as a highly conducive means of strengthening the European-African alliance.
If you would like to reserve a position and participate in the conference, please click HERE
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ICD Young Leaders’ Conferences
Forthcoming Conferences
(Berlin, Brussels, London, Belgrade: March – May, 2013)
www.icd-ylf.org
The ICD Young Leaders´ Forums are international networks of like-minded young individuals with an interest in developing, supporting, and sustaining intercultural relations. Over the past decade, the ICD Young Leaders’ Forums have grown to become one of Europe’s largest independent cultural exchange organizations, hosting programs that facilitate interaction among young individuals of all cultural, academic, and professional backgrounds from across the world.
We are currently accepting applications for the following conferences:
Cultural Diplomacy in Europe: A Forum for Young Leaders
(Belgrade, April 15th - 19th, 2013)
www.icd-europe.org
Cultural Diplomacy in Africa: A Forum for Young Leaders
(Brussels, April 15th - 19th, 2013)
www.icd-africa.org
Europe Meets Russia: A Forum for Young Leaders
(Berlin, April 22nd - 26th, 2013)
www.icd-emr.org
Europe Meets China: A Forum for Young Leaders
(Berlin, April 29th – May 3rd, 2013)
www.icd-emc.org
The USA Meets Europe: A Forum for Young Leaders
(Berlin, May 6th - 10th, 2013)
www.icd-usame.org
To apply, please click HERE
The Australia Awards Scholarships are for high-achieving Filipinos who demonstrate passion for intellectual pursuit and who are committed to development work. The program doesn’t have an age limit and is open to qualified applicants who meet the program’s criteria.
To be eligible for scholarship, applicants must:
- be a citizen of a participating country and be residing in and applying for the scholarship from their country of citizenship, except for
- applicants working for their government in a third country
- applicants residing in the immediate region to which they would be willing to grant an award (e.g. Pacific Island countries considering applicants from other eligible Pacific Island countries), noting that the award will be reported as belonging to the applicant’s country of citizenship.
- not be married, engaged to, or a de facto of a person who holds, or is eligible to hold, Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency, at any of the application, selection or mobilisation phases
- not be current serving military personnel
- not be applying for a visa to live in Australia
- not be applying for another long-term Australia Award unless they have resided outside of Australia for twice the length of the total time that they were in Australia (for example, a previous awardee who has been on an Australia Awards Scholarship in Australia for four years will not be eligible to apply for another Australia Awards Scholarship until they have been home for eight years)
- have satisfied any specific criteria established by the applicant’s country or government of citizenship.
The Philippine program also requires that applicants must
- have completed a formal undergraduate degree (for Master’s applicants) or a formal Master’s degree (for PhD applicants)
- have at least two years of work experience (On-the-job training and internships will not be credited to work experience)
- be able to satisfy the admission requirements of the institution at which the award is to be undertaken (this may mean that Post will need to withdraw an award offer if the recipient cannot satisfy the institution’s admission requirements. This may not be known until Post requests a placement at selected institutions)
- be able to satisfy all requirements of the Department of Immigration and Citizenship for an AusAID Temporary Visa (subclass 576). This may mean that Post will need to withdraw an award offer if the recipient cannot satisfy the visa requirements.
- have met the required English language proficiency result << hyperlinked to section on English Proficiency Certification>>
For more information:
Friday, January 27, 2012
Scholarships in Australia
DEVELOPMENT AWARDS IN THE PHILIPPINES
Australia’s international development assistance in the Philippines aims to- improve basic education
- promote national stability and human security
- support economic growth
AusAID offers Development Awards on the basis of merit, transparency and equal access. We strongly encourage applications from women, people with disability, and people from minority groups.
SCHOLARSHIP CATEGORIES AND PRIORITY SECTORS
Targeted Category
- awarded to partner organisations (government/ non government, private) with mandates supporting mutual priorities of Australia and the Philippines as reflected in the Development Assistance Strategy. The Facility Board of the Philippines Australia Human Resource and Organisational Development Facility (PAHRODF) determines the partner organisations.
Open Category
- are open to individuals (public and private sectors) planning to pursue post-graduate studies in:
- Basic Education
- Social Protection/Welfare
- Peace and Development
- Public Financial Management
- Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
- Climate Change Adaptation
- Organisational Development/Human Resource Management and Development
- Trade
- Foreign Relations
- Pandemics (Preparedness and Management)
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Asian Development Bank-Government of Japan Scholarship Program
What is the Asian Development Bank-Government of Japan Scholarship Program?
The Asian Development Bank-Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP) was established in April 1988 with financing from the Government of Japan.It aims to provide an opportunity for well-qualified citizens of ADB's developing member countries to undertake postgraduate studies in economics, management, science and technology, and other development-related fields at participating academic institutions in the Asian and Pacific Region.
Upon completion of their study programs, scholars are expected to contribute to the economic and social development of their home countries.
TopWhat does the scholarship cover?
The ADB-JSP provides- full tuition fees
- a monthly subsistence and housing allowance
- an allowance for books and instructional materials
- medical insurance
- travel expenses
In special circumstances computer literacy, preparatory language and other similar courses may be covered under the scholarship.
What is the duration of the scholarship award?
The scholarship is for one year with an extension to the second year of study, as appropriate, which shall be conditional on the scholar maintaining a satisfactory level of performance as determined by the institute.The maximum duration of scholarship award is two years for masters and doctorate programs.
What are the eligibility requirements for ADB-JSP?
- A national of an ADB borrowing member country (applicants from countries that are no longer borrowing from ADB are not eligible for the ADB-JSP Scholarship).
- Gained admission to an approved MA/PhD course at an academic institution .
- A bachelor's degree or its equivalent with superior academic record.
- At least two (2) years of full-time professional working experience (acquired after a university degree) at the time of application. Proficiency in oral and written English communication skills to be able to pursue studies.
- Not more than 35 years old at the time of application. In exceptional cases, for programs which are appropriate for senior officials and managers, the age limit is 45 years old.
- In good health.
- Should agree to return to his/her home country after completion of studies under the Program.
- Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management and staff of ADB, consultants, and relatives of the aforementioned are not eligible for the Scholarship.
- Staff of academic institutions are not eligible for the Scholarship.
- Applicants living or working in a country other than his/her home country are not eligible for scholarships.
- ADB-JSP does not support applicants who are already enrolled in graduate degree programs.
- ADB-JSP does not sponsor undergraduate studies, distance learning programs, short-term training, conferences, seminars, thesis writing, and research projects.
World Bank Young Professional Program
The Young Professionals Program (YPP) is a starting point for an exciting career in the World Bank.
It is a unique opportunity for young people who have both a passion for international development and the potential to become future global leaders. The Program is designed for highly qualified and motivated individuals skilled in areas relevant to the World Bank’s operations such as, economics, finance, education, public health, social sciences, engineering, urban planning, and natural resource management. In order to be competitive for this highly selective program, candidates need to demonstrate a commitment to development, proven academic success, professional achievement, and leadership capability. We value diversity in our workplace, and encourage qualified men and women with diverse professional, academic and cultural backgrounds to apply. Since its inception, the YP Program has hired over 1,500 people who now hold position ranging from entry-level to vice presidents and managing directors. It is a unique opportunity to experience development and gain exposure to the World Bank’s operations and policies.Minimum Requirements
The following are minimum requirements to be eligible for the Young Professionals Program.- Be 32 years of age or younger (i.e. born on or after September 30, 1979)
- Have a Master’s degree or equivalent [?]
- Be fluent in English
- Be fully proficient in one or more of the Bank’s working languages: Arabic, Chinese, French, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish
- Specialize in a field relevant to the World Bank’s operations such as economics, finance, education, public health, social sciences, engineering, urban planning, and natural resource management
- Have at least 3 years of relevant experience at the policy level or continued academic study at the doctoral level.
Additional Qualifications
In order to be competitive for the limited number of positions, a combination of the following credentials is highly desirable:- Display a commitment and passion for international development
- Possess outstanding academic credentials
- Exhibit excellent client engagement and team leadership skills
- Have international development country experience
- Be motivated to relocate and undertake country assignments
More info: http://siteresources.worldbank.org/EXTHRJOBS/Resources/1058432-1304013341703/ypp_at_a_glance.html
Rotary Peace Fellowships International Program
Overview
Rotary Peace Fellows are leaders promoting national and international cooperation, peace, and the successful resolution of conflict throughout their lives, in their careers, and through service activities. Fellows can earn either a master’s degree in international relations, public administration, sustainable development, peace studies, conflict resolution, or a related field, or a professional development certificate in peace and conflict resolution.
Alumni work in a variety of areas, including grassroots and local nongovernmental organizations, national governments, the military, law enforcement, and bilateral and international organizations such as the United Nations, World Bank, International Organization for Migration, and Organization of American States. Graduates of the Rotary Peace Centers program also benefit from the support of a worldwide network of more than 500 alumni committed to building peace.
Through the Rotary Peace Centers program and The Rotary Foundation, Rotarians can increase their effectiveness in promoting greater tolerance and cooperation among peoples,
leading to world understanding and peace.
Rotary Peace Fellows must locate funds to pay for all expenses that are not specifically funded by their fellowship, such as mandatory health insurance (excluding the certificate program, which covers this expense) and visas. (professional development certificate)
Applicants for a Rotary Peace Fellowship should have:
• A commitment to international understanding and peace, demonstrated through their professional and academic achievements and personal and community service activities
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field with strong grades at the time of application
• Minimum three years’ combined paid or unpaid full-time relevant work experience for the master’s degree program
• Minimum five years’ relevant work experience with current full-time employment in a mid- to upper-level position for the certificate program
• Proficiency in English and a second language for the master’s program or in English for the certificate program
• Excellent leadership skills
Rotary Peace Fellowships fund either master’s degree or professional development certificate study at one of the six
Rotary Peace Centers for International Studies in peace and conflict resolution at seven universities worldwide.
Fellowship funding includes
• Tuition and fees
• Room and board
• Round-trip transportation
• Internship (master’s degree) or field study expenses
(professional development certificate)
Applicants for a Rotary Peace Fellowship should have:
• A commitment to international understanding and peace, demonstrated through their professional and academic achievements and personal and community service activities
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field with strong grades at the time of application
• Minimum three years’ combined paid or unpaid full-time relevant work experience for the master’s degree program
• Minimum five years’ relevant work experience with current full-time employment in a mid- to upper-level position for the certificate program
• Proficiency in English and a second language for the master’s program or in English for the certificate program
• Excellent leadership skills
Read more http://scholarization.blogspot.com/2011/06/rotary-peace-fellowships-international.html
Rotary Peace Fellows are leaders promoting national and international cooperation, peace, and the successful resolution of conflict throughout their lives, in their careers, and through service activities. Fellows can earn either a master’s degree in international relations, public administration, sustainable development, peace studies, conflict resolution, or a related field, or a professional development certificate in peace and conflict resolution.
Alumni work in a variety of areas, including grassroots and local nongovernmental organizations, national governments, the military, law enforcement, and bilateral and international organizations such as the United Nations, World Bank, International Organization for Migration, and Organization of American States. Graduates of the Rotary Peace Centers program also benefit from the support of a worldwide network of more than 500 alumni committed to building peace.
Through the Rotary Peace Centers program and The Rotary Foundation, Rotarians can increase their effectiveness in promoting greater tolerance and cooperation among peoples,
leading to world understanding and peace.
Rotary Peace Fellows must locate funds to pay for all expenses that are not specifically funded by their fellowship, such as mandatory health insurance (excluding the certificate program, which covers this expense) and visas. (professional development certificate)
Applicants for a Rotary Peace Fellowship should have:
• A commitment to international understanding and peace, demonstrated through their professional and academic achievements and personal and community service activities
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field with strong grades at the time of application
• Minimum three years’ combined paid or unpaid full-time relevant work experience for the master’s degree program
• Minimum five years’ relevant work experience with current full-time employment in a mid- to upper-level position for the certificate program
• Proficiency in English and a second language for the master’s program or in English for the certificate program
• Excellent leadership skills
Rotary Peace Fellowships fund either master’s degree or professional development certificate study at one of the six
Rotary Peace Centers for International Studies in peace and conflict resolution at seven universities worldwide.
Fellowship funding includes
• Tuition and fees
• Room and board
• Round-trip transportation
• Internship (master’s degree) or field study expenses
(professional development certificate)
Applicants for a Rotary Peace Fellowship should have:
• A commitment to international understanding and peace, demonstrated through their professional and academic achievements and personal and community service activities
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field with strong grades at the time of application
• Minimum three years’ combined paid or unpaid full-time relevant work experience for the master’s degree program
• Minimum five years’ relevant work experience with current full-time employment in a mid- to upper-level position for the certificate program
• Proficiency in English and a second language for the master’s program or in English for the certificate program
• Excellent leadership skills
Read more http://scholarization.blogspot.com/2011/06/rotary-peace-fellowships-international.html
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Public Policy and Good Governance Master 2011
Corruption, non-transparent decision-making, limited possibilities of participation and social discrimination continue to pose a challenge for every society – including Germany. Professionals and leaders with an awareness of related problems and the knowledge and capacity to find solutions for them are required for the implementation of transparent, efficient and democratic governance based on the rule of law and social justice. Development agencies have promoted and advocated Good Governance in developing countries for some twenty years now. German universities have also taken up this topic and have developed practise oriented degree programmes that qualify students to assume leading positions in politics and administration.
Since 2009, the DAAD programme "Public Policy and Good Governance” (PPGG) is supporting future leaders from Africa, Latin-America, South-Asia, Southeast-Asia and the Middle-East who want to promote democracy and social justice in their home countries. The programme, which is funded by the German Federal Foreign Office, offers the chance to acquire a Master’s degree in Master programmes of particular relevance for the social, political and economic development in the students’ countries of origin. In the light of the principles of Good Governance, highly qualified graduates with a first academic degree are being educated in political science, law, economics and administration and prepared for future leading positions in their home countries. In addition, the scholarship holders will hopefully continue to be qualified contact persons for German politics and economy after their return.
Besides supporting Good Governance and civil society structures in selected partner regions, the PPGG-programme also contributes to the internationalisation of the participating German universities and provides the German fellow students with insights into the world beyond Western industrialized countries.
More info here: http://www.daad.de/deutschland/foerderung/16983.en.html
Deadline: 31 July 2011
Monday, May 23, 2011
Australia Awards - Development Awards
The Australia Awards – Development Awards support the objectives of the Australia-Philippines Development Assistance Strategy (DAS) 2007-2011 in:
- improving basic education
- promoting national stability and human security
- supporting economic growth
In line with these objectives, scholarships are awarded to select partners and individuals to support capacity building, human resource and organisation development.
Scholarship Categories
1. Targeted – awarded to partner organizations (government/ non government, private) with mandates supporting mutual priorities of Australia and the Philippines as reflected in the DAS. The Facility Board of the Philippines Australia Human Resource and Organisational Development Facility (PAHRODF) determines the partner organizations.
2. Open-targeted – are open to individuals (public and private sectors) planning to pursue post-graduate studies in:
1. Targeted – awarded to partner organizations (government/ non government, private) with mandates supporting mutual priorities of Australia and the Philippines as reflected in the DAS. The Facility Board of the Philippines Australia Human Resource and Organisational Development Facility (PAHRODF) determines the partner organizations.
2. Open-targeted – are open to individuals (public and private sectors) planning to pursue post-graduate studies in:
- Basic Education
- Social Protection/Welfare
- Peace and Development
- Public Financial Management
- Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
- Climate Change Adaptation
- Organisational Development/HRMD
- Trade
- Foreign Relations
- Pandemics (Preparedness and Management)
Successful candidates from both categories will be awarded post-graduate (Masters Degree or PhD) Australian Development Scholarships (ADS). Exceptional nominated awardees are eligible to compete for the global Australian Leadership Awards Scholarships (ALAS).
Equal opportunities are accorded to female and male applicants. Special considerations are given to Persons with Disabilities.
Equal opportunities are accorded to female and male applicants. Special considerations are given to Persons with Disabilities.
Deadline: 31 May 2011
More info on application, and application forms:http://www.pahrodf.org.ph/page/australia-awards-development
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
I am A Changemaker
Social Enterprise business plan competition
THE CALL
We are looking for a new breed of entrepreneurs who dream up innovative solutions to help solve problems in their communities.
This new breed of people are called Social Entrepreneurs - a distinct group of individuals with a definite and more positive attitude towards entrepreneurship.
Social Entrepreneurs* act as change agents for society, seizing opportunities others miss and improving systems, inventing new approaches, and creating solutions to change society for the better.
They change the face of business by spotting social problems and issues and find innovative ways to address them.
They are ambitious and persistent, tackling major social issues and offering new ideas for wide-scale change.
Rather than leaving societal needs to the government or business sectors, social entrepreneurs find what is not working and solve the problem by changing the system, spreading the solution, and persuading entire societies to take new leaps.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
I am A Changemaker operates like a business plan competition, awarding seed capital directly to the best social enterprise idea that best meets our criteria.
It provides a vehicle for taking innovations from idea to reality, and is a real-world exercise for improving your skills in:
Starting a Project/Business
Pitching ideas to possible investors
Building networks
No matter what your idea may be, we challenge you to unleash your ideas, energy and idealism to affect positive social change in our society. The only limit to the range of projects eligible for the award is your ambition and imagination.
http://www.britishcouncil.org/philippines-common-know-our-projects-current-projects-i-am-a-changemaker.htm
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
3rd DREaM International Students Summer Program
June 26 – July 6, 2011
Indonesia
Indonesia
The 3rd DREaM International Students Summer Program is proudly organized by the Office of International Affairs with the relentless support and contribution of student volunteers. It is scheduled to be taking place on June 26 – July 6, 2011. We expect 100 students from different countries to join in this event.
DREaM 2011 highlights “Social Entrepeneurship” as the theme for the entire upcoming programs and this is in consonance with University’s mission of contributing to the development of our society. Social entrepeneur will identify social issues and fing solutions by applying entrepeneural approach. Furthermore, a social entreprise performs as an agent of change that improves system, discovers and spreads new strategies, and enhances solutions based on the involvement of local changemakers. Their ideas are practical, visionary, engaging people, and targeted towards long-term transformation. The most distinguished features of social entrepeneurship shall be its efforst in providing access for the disadvantaged and unleashing potentials of society to impact social change.
More info here
HUBERT H. HUMPHREY FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM- 2011-2012
APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION TO THE
HUBERT H. HUMPHREY FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM- 2011-2012
FOR MID-CAREER PROFESSIONAL STUDY IN THE UNITED STATES
http://yaounde.usembassy.gov/media/pdfs/fulbright-2010/prel-humphrey-application-2011.pdf
HUBERT H. HUMPHREY FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM- 2011-2012
FOR MID-CAREER PROFESSIONAL STUDY IN THE UNITED STATES
http://yaounde.usembassy.gov/media/pdfs/fulbright-2010/prel-humphrey-application-2011.pdf
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