Applications for South American Business Forum 2016 in Argentina

Deadline: May 1, 2016

Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Date: August 5 – 7, 2016.

Type: Partially Funded.

The South American Business Forum is an annual conference which 100 students from all over the world attend together with 40 current leaders from academic, social, political and business backgrounds. The objective of the forum is to debate topics of global relevance, exchange opinions and experiences, and generate connections between the different actors that will contribute to the sustainable development of the South American region. This year, the main topic is about “A Conversation Across Borders” with subtopics namely “A Fragmented World“, “Human Technology“, and “Logics of Emotions.”

The conference covers all of the expenses for each participant since the moment they arrive to Buenos Aires. This includes the conference, hotel, food, ground transportation and materials. Also, there is no participation fee!

Eligibility:

It is required to:

• Have been born from January 1st, 1990;
• Complete the registration process;
• Be either a regular undergraduate student, graduate student, or to have finished your studies (graduate or undergraduate) in 2015 or 2016.

Benefits:

Aside from the participation in the 2016 SABF edition, all selected participants will enjoy the benefits detailed below:

• Meals during the 5th, 6th and 7th of August.
• Entrance to a night event.

For participants from Argentina (excluding Buenos Aires) and other countries the following expenses are also covered:

• Accommodation in a hotel during the nights of the 4th, 5th and 6th of August.
• Transfers from the hotel to the different places where activities are carried out.

Application Process:

Be able to complete the application at https://apply.sabf.org.ar and write an essay to be evaluated under the following criteria:

• Degree of relationship with chosen theme or sub-theme.
• Writing, coherence and clarity of expression.
• Logical approach to ideas.
• Argument’s content.
• Originality and innovative ideas.
• Degree of relation to the current context.

Formal requirements of the essay are as follows:

• Length: between 1200 and 1800 words.
• Language: Spanish or English

Applications for See-Conic 2016 Student Exchange Program in Indonesia

Deadline: April 30, 2016

Location: Semarang, Indonesia.
Date: July 18  – July 30, 2016.
See-Conic stands for Short Course of Environmental Conservation and Indonesian Culture. The aim of this program is to invite the international university students to learn more about environmental conservation and Indonesian culture at Semarang State University. The program has been initiated since 2012 and has been successfully held annually. The program will be held for two weeks. During the program the participants will learn about conservation which covers Bahasa Indonesia class, Traditional Dance class, Culture of the Archipelago, Biodiversity Conservation, Batik Workshops, Gamelan (Tradational Javanese Music Instruments), Sports, Art Performance, etc. In the following years, we also welcome a group of students from partner universities to join this program as past of the partnership program.
Eligibility:

• Age 18 – 25 years old;
• International undergraduate Students currently enrolled at the university;
• Speak English (all the classes will be in English);
• Willing to stay in dorms.

Requirements:

• A copy of valid student card;
• A copy of valid passport;
• A copy of TOEFL/IELTS certificate, minimum 500 for TOEFL and 6 for IELTS;
• Letter of recommendation from the University of the candidates;
• Completed application form (you can request the application form to betymawarni@gmail.com or istiandaru@gmail.com);
• A passport size photograph;
• Health certificate.

Benefits:
See-Conicers will get a live experience on how to preserve the natural conservation as well as cultural conservation. Local students will introduce them to Indonesian culture and involve them in some activities on conservation.
See-Conicers will get opportunities to visit some historical and tourism areas in Central Java such as Borobudur Temple, Lawang Sewu, and outbond activities in Umbul Sido Mukti. The purpose of the activity is to introduce them to Indonesian history and natural landscape as well as to encourage them to promote Indonesian tourism places abroad.
Application Process:

• All documents must be completed and scan in PDF format.
• All documents should be send via e-mail to io@mail.unnes.ac.id cc to istiandaru@gmail.com.
• The announcement of selected candidates will be posted on the website io.unnes.ac.id and further information related to the program will be sent to the selected candidates’ email.

Location: Semarang, Indonesia.Date: July 18  – July 30, 2016.See-Conic stands for Short Course of Environmental Conservation and Indonesian Culture. The aim of this program is to invite the international university students to learn more about environmental conservation and Indonesian culture at Semarang State University. 

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Application for Asia Pacific Week Conference 2016 in Australia

Deadline: April 29, 2016

Location: The Australian National University, Canberra, Australia.
Date: June 27 – July 1, 2016.

Applications are invited for the Asia Pacific Week Conference 2016 will be held at The Australian National University, Canberra, Australia on June 27 – July 1, 2016. Delegates will be hosted by the ANU College of Asia and the Pacific and provided accommodation on campus.

The Australian National University’s Asia Pacific Week is an interdisciplinary conference aimed at high-achieving students from around the world who have an interest in Asia and the Pacific. Now in its sixth year, the 2016 conference explores the theme ‘Forward Thinking‘.

This year’s Asia Pacific Week Conference returns for its sixth year to explore the theme ‘Forward Thinking’ to examine what the future holds for the Asia Pacific region. In a time dubbed as the ‘Asian Century’, the rapid pace in which the region has transformed is also dogged by rising threats and challenges that affect the development and progress of the region. Are there patterns of continuity that may be drawn from an examination of the past? How do we seek to manage unprecedented challenges such as Climate Change?

The complexities of these questions demand all hands on deck and that innovative approaches are born.

For this reason, this year we invite delegates from all over the world who are passionate about the Asia Pacific and future leaders in the region, to engage in a dialogue about the path ahead. Distinguished academics, high-ranking diplomats and policymakers in these discussions will join them.

Eligibility: Delegates must be a current student at a university.

Benefits:

Delegates will have the opportunity to form global networks with other international delegates, leading academics and high-ranking officials. They will be provided full access to highly interactive and thought provoking panels, free accommodation and all meals throughout the week. There is no conference fee.

Application Form.

Applications for United Nations-Mandated Summer School Programme 2016 in Costa Rica

Deadline: April 30, 2016

Location: El rodeo, Costa Rica.
Date: June 13 – July 22, 2016.
The United Nations-mandated University for Peace is pleased to announce the launch of its first annual summer school programme designed for students who want to build an International career in Peace, the course will take place from June 13 to July 22, 2016 at the picturesque main campus of UPEACE, headquartered in Costa Rica. This summer programme is part of the ‘India Initiative’ launched by UPEACE in 2015 in order to enhance its outreach to India, one of the most important emerging economies and actors at the global stage. International applicants are also encouraged to apply!
Eligibility:

• Fluency in english.
• Enrolled in a bachelors or masters programme.
• Drive to work for social issues and PEACE.

Benefits:

• Study at diverse campus with 50 nationalities.
• Study at UN mandated university.
• Preferential treatment if the applicant desires to pursue masters from UPEACE.
• Network with former diplomats and UN- officials.
• Costa Rica (Pura Vida mae !!)

Application Process:
Send your short CV and 500 word motivation letter to smohammad@upeace.org

Location: El rodeo, Costa Rica.Date: June 13 - July 22, 2016.The United Nations-mandated University for Peace is pleased to announce the launch of its first annual summer school programme designed for students who want to build an International career in Peace, 

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Call for Delegates: Padjadjaran Model United Nations in 2016

Deadline: April 25, 2016

Date: 25- 27 May, 2016
Venue: Bandung, Indonesia

Padjadjaran MUN 2016 is a Model United Nations served by International Relations students Universitas Padjadjaran. In 2012, Padjadjaran Model United Nations made history as the first Model United Nations to be held in Bandung. This year also, the secretariat will continue to give the best to the upcoming delegates of Padjadjaran Model United Nations 2016 to keep up to the reputation.

 

The Councils:

 

• Mars Constitution Convention 2121
• UN Women
• Expanded ASEAN Maritime Forum
• Paris Peace Conference 1919

Cost:

 

Local Delegates (Indonesian):

• Non-Accommodation : IDR 850,000
• +Accommodation : IDR 1,750,000

International Delegates:

• Non-Accommodation : USD 80
• +Accommodation : USD 150

To read details about payment procedure and to apply visit here.

Your Meal Summer School in Austria

Deadline: April 10, 2016

Type: Fully Funded
Location: Yspertal- Austria
Date: 26 June – 02 July 2016.

The Summer School will include interactive workshop sessions exploring the key concepts of Global Education within the context of the Sustainable Development Goals, sessions with invited guest speakers on food security and food sovereignty, as well as visits to local farms or other sustainable agricultural projects. The summer school will also offer the space for participants to share their own experiences and learning, to develop new links between those active in global learning settings and those involved in sustainable agricultural projects, as well as provide sufficient space for participants to develop their own plans for future actions.

Eligibility:

This summer school is targeted at young people between the ages of 18 and 30, who are currently involved in youth work and youth-related activities or who are active in alternative/ sustainable food and agricultural initiatives. Having experience in global education is considered an advantage. Participants are further expected to have a good command of the English language, as all sessions will be conducted in English. Participants need to be currently residing in Austria, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, the UK, Ghana or Benin.

Cost:

The Map Your Meal project will cover all participants’ travel and accommodation costs as well as visa expenses. The project team will organise transportation from Vienna to the venue of the Summer School on 26 June, and transport back to Vienna on 2 July.

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7th Universitys Scholar Leadership Symposium

Deadline: June 30, 2016

The University Scholars Leadership Symposium is a week-long leadership development training program. The Symposium will bring together 1,000 of the world’s most promising leaders to one stimulating platform in the heart of Asia. The Program has been designed for young persons who are committed to making this world a much better place for the human race.

The USLS is a truly humbling experience; the various testimonials of participants attest to this fact. The symposium will provide you with the opportunity to network with like-minded individuals from across diverse cultures and backgrounds, and build on your professional network.The symposium serves as a platform for participants to share their ideas freely and views as well as expanding their intellectual and cultural horizons through a diverse range of activities, insightful life lessons, and vibrant exchanges. For future leaders, the one-week learning experience is a platform for personal development and attaining practical life skills.

At the USLS you will learn to enhance your self-perception and build upon your leadership presence. By attending the USLS, you will be able to improve your personal efficiency, communication skills and emotional intelligence so that you can develop upon your personal as well as professional self. 

Eligibility:

Undergraduates or Post Graduates students from Leading Universities of the World.

Cost: 

See the official page to view the details.

Scholarship opportunity for International Students at University of Westminster

Deadline: May 3, 2016

Type: Fully Funded
These Scholarships are open for International students to pursue Undergraduate and Postgraduate degree at the University of Westminster, London, UK.
The scholarships are full scholarship and will cover full tuition fee award, accommodation, living expenses and flights to and from London.
Undergraduate Scholarships:

• WESTMINSTER FULL INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP– For students from developing countries.
• UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER SCINDIA SCHOOLS SCHOLARSHIP– For International Students.
• KEN BIRD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP– Preference will be given to female students from India or Sri-Lanka.

Criteria:
Academic excellence, financial need and development potential.
Postgraduate Scholarships:
To see a list of full scholarship for international students visit here.

 

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Apply for Commonwealth Scholarships at NUS

Deadline: May 15, 2016

Type: Fully Funded
The Commonwealth Scholarship is awarded to talented students with an aptitude for innovative, high calibre PhD research.
Eligibility:

• All students from any Commonwealth countries and meet the NGS requirements are eligible to apply.
• Graduates with a passion for cross-disciplinary research in science, engineering, computing, and related aspects of medicine.
• Graduates with at least 2nd Upper Honours, or equivalent qualifications.
• GRE is compulsory for all except for applicants from NUS or NTU. Note that GATE is NOT acceptable.
• TOEFL is compulsory (ONLY applicable for applicants whose native tongue or medium of undergraduate instruction is not in English).

Terms:

• Monthly stipend, up to 4 years of the PhD studies, OR up to date of graduation,.
• Full tuition fee subsidy for 4 years.
• Other allowances including computer allowance, book allowance and conference allowance.
• Student must commit to PhD from the outset, cannot exit with MSc.

Conditions:
Students are not eligible for the President’s Graduate Fellowship (PGF).
Award is renewable, subject to satisfactory academic performance of CAP ≥ 3.8 at the end of every semester.
Application
Click here to apply online*. All supporting documents, together with a printed copy of the application form are to be submitted by post to:
NUS Graduate School for Integrative Sciences & Engineering (NGS)
Centre For Life Sciences (CeLS)
28 Medical Drive, #05-01
Singapore 117456
Republic of Singapore
For enquiries send email at ngsenquiry@nus.edu.sg, please indicate the subject as “Enquiries on Commonwealth Scholarships”

Call for Nominations: Champions of The Earth in 2016

Deadline: April 30, 2016

UNEP invites nominations from individuals and organizations who exemplify leadership and advocate action on sustainable development and climate change at the national, regional and global levels. The awards will be given in four categories:

• Policy Leadership
• Science and Innovation
• Entrepreneurial Vision
• Inspiration and Action

The Programme will focus or address the sustainability of natural resources poverty, health, food and agriculture, water and sanitation, human settlements, energy, climate change, sustainable consumption and production, oceans, and terrestrial ecosystems.

Persons may nominate themselves, their own organizations, or a third party whom they believe should receive recognition.

 

All nominations must be supported by three endorsers.

 

Press clippings, testimonials and photographs may be sent to support the nomination. Please do not send books, videos, etc. Short-listed applicants will be contacted for further supporting information.

 

Applications:

 

Applicants must fill the Nomination form via given website.

 

All nominations will be reviewed and judged by the UNEP Executive Committee.

For more information please e-mail : championsoftheearth@unep.org

Note: Short-listed applicants will be contacted for further supporting information.

Constanta International Model United Nations (CTAMUN) in 2016

eadline: April 14, 2016

Date: 21- 24 April, 2016
Location: Constanta, Romania

“Constanta International Model United Nations (CTAMUN), 21-24 April 2016, opens its gates for every individual ready to expand one’s political thought and diplomacy perspectives or simply for those willing to gain a sense of what a varied, fascinating world we live in.
Model United Nations (informally abbreviated as Model UN or MUN) is an academic simulation of the United Nations that aims to educate participants about civics, effective communication, globalization and multilateral diplomacy.
The conference takes place on duration of 4 days in Ovidius University of Constanta.
The delegates will role play as diplomats in 3 of the most compelling committees of the United Nations: General Assembly, Human Rights Council and Security Council over riveting topics and current affairs. MUN resembles a real political summit. The issues tackled during the conference are to be decided upon by the chairs and announced within a month before the conference alongside with the study guides.

DEADLINE:
-For Chairs and Journalists: 1st of February 2016
-Individual Delegates and Delegations: 14th of April 2016

The DELEGATE FEE includes:
-Conference Supplies
-Coffee&Lunch Breaks during the Conferences
-Receptions at the Galas
-Entrance to the Social Events
Application has to be done online.

International Video Contest Anti-Corruption Day 2016

Deadline: April 15, 2016

Young people in the South East Asia Region are invited to make a stand against corruption via a short video clip of up to 3 minutes.
You may use mobile devices, video recorders, or any other camera devices to create a digital storytelling narrative, documenting the negative impacts of corruption.
The objectives of the videos should be as follows:
1. Drive awareness about the bad effects of corruption in our society and get young to take a stand against corruption.
2. Show how corruption impacts the daily life of normal people, especially the youth and women.
3. Encourage people to say “NO” to corruption.
4. Make corruption worth fighting against by showing what can each of us do to stand against  corruption, “Break the corruption chain” and uphold ethics and integrity.

Awards:

The best three videos will be awarded:

• An official award certificate ceremony will be hosted during the “Governance & Social Responsibility” Forum to be held in Singapore in July 2016.

• Selected videos will be officially used during the 2016 UN Anti-corruption Day Campaign (the potential audience is 200 million people around the world).

• Selected videos will also be featured on various UNDP/ ASEAN CSR Network media platforms including website, Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, Youtube and at selected events.

How to Submit:

 

• To participate in the contest, please send an e-mail to israel.maranon@undp.org with the

subject line “IACD video contest + [your name]”. In the e-mail please include the completed Basic Information Form (download from the officail page) as attachment. DO NOT include the video file as attachment but provide a direct download link to the video file

• If you are not able to host the file on your own website, many free file hosting services are available on the internet: https://www.wetransfer.com/ , http://www.filemail.com/ , https://www.google.com/drive/

• Please note that files uploaded to Youtube, Vimeo or other video-sharing websites not supporting direct downloads will not be considered.