UAE: International Renewable Energy Agency’s (IRENA) Youth Forum 2023 – Call for Applications

UAE: International Renewable Energy Agency’s (IRENA) Youth Forum 2023 – Call for Applications. Apply below.

When is Application Deadline?

29th October 2022 (at midnight, Abu Dhabi local time).

What is the Award?

The International Renewable Energy Agency’s (IRENA) fourth IRENA Youth Forum: The New Generation of Decision Makers will convene on 13 January 2023 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates at the margins of the thirteenth session of the IRENA Assembly. The Assembly is the Agency’s ultimate decision-making authority where Heads of State/Government, Ministers and global stakeholders meet to discuss and advance the energy transition.

The 2023 IRENA Youth Forum will strengthen youth networks and connect them with global thought leaders, government representatives, and IRENA experts. The Forum will create a space for young people to contribute to the Agency’s mission of accelerating renewable energy deployment to achieve climate objectives and advance the sustainable development agenda.

Through a series of interactive sessions, including open dialogues and thematic workshops, participants will be able to add a youth perspective to the global energy discourse.

Which Countries are Eligible?

The event strives for a global and balanced geographical representation of youth and highly encourages applications from youth in LDCs, SIDS and developing countries.

Where will Award Take Place?

Dubai, UAE

What Type of Award is This?

Workshop

Who is Eligible?

Interested youth of a minimum age of 16 years.

What is the Benefit of Award?

The event strives for a global and balanced geographical representation of youth and highly encourages applications from youth in LDCs, SIDS and developing countries.

Upon selection, full sponsorship, including travel and accommodations, will be provided for up to 35 participants.

How to Apply:

Interested youth of a minimum age of 16 years can submit their application by completing an application form and providing the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Brief essay on a topic of particular interest to youth pertaining to renewable energy and sustainable development; this could also include a project the applicants have worked on or are working on at the moment (1000/1200 words)

The deadline for individual applications is 29 October 2022 (at midnight, Abu Dhabi local time). Participants will be selected based on their commitment to accelerating progress on renewable energy deployment.

Submit your application and be part of the new generation of decision-makers!

Should you have any questions, please contact youth@irena.org.

Goodluck!

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