Would you like to support the next generation of Queen’s Young Leaders?
The Queen’s Young Leader Award recognises young people from across the Commonwealth, who are taking a lead in their communities and using their skills to transform lives.
Application Deadline: 18th February 2018
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: Commonwealth countries
About the Award: As a mentor on the mentors Queen’s Young Leaders Mentoring Programme, you will be connected to a unique global network of experts in enterprise, investment, education, development and more. Mentors also get a free coaching course provided by the University of Cambridge’s Institute of Continuing Education.
This voluntary role is an opportunity to give a helping hand to the next generation of young leaders from across the Commonwealth.
Type: Training
Eligibility:
- Commitment to Commonwealth values – equality, diversity, sustainability, democracy, community, universalism
- Significant relevant experience
- The ability to complete mentor orientation and an end-of-programme review
- Regular reporting to the University of Cambridge following interaction with your mentee – while respecting confidentiality.
Number of Awardees: Not specified
Value of Programme: Successful candidates will be connected to a unique network of Commonwealth-based mentors with significant expertise.
Personal mentors are offered free training on specified University of Cambridge online coaching courses and receive a letter of recognition from the Queen’s Young Leaders partners – the Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Trust, Comic Relief, the Royal Commonwealth Society and the University of Cambridge.
Duration of Programme: Mentoring takes place between June and December each year.
How to Apply:Apply here
Visit Programme Webpage for details
Award Provider: University of Cambridge