The world’s future changemakers are here! Are you ready to be part of the solution? Apply now for GOAL’s NextGen Youth Program. Apply below:
When is the Application Deadline:
The application deadline is April 1st.
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Tell Me About The GOAL’s NextGen Youth Program:
GOAL’s NextGen Youth Program brings together young people from all over the world to better understand global justice issues and deepen their understanding of Global Citizenship. This program will guide young, motivated changemakers to learn about the growing crises facing our world with a focus on climate and health systems. Participants will then work together to imagine solutions for the future by creating awareness-raising materials that will feed into GOAL’s public engagement activities.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
All fields
Type:
Fellowship
Who can Apply for the GOAL’s NextGen Youth Program?
Also, to be considered, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Current resident of Ireland, Ethiopia, Honduras, Iraq, Sierra Leone, Syria, Turkey, Uganda, or Zimbabwe.
- Comfortably fluent in English.
- Between 18 and 25 years old.
- Available for 10 seminars between May and July. Sessions will fall on Thursdays and Saturdays (see timeline for actual dates).
- Be open and willing to engage in teamwork in between seminars.
- Demonstrate basic/emerging understanding of local and global issues.
- Show clear initiative and desire to be a part of positive change (this could be demonstrated through volunteering, participation in local events, workshop facilitation, tutoring, creative extra-curricular activities, etc.).
- Interest in participating in artistic methods of learning (this could be demonstrated through a passion for drama, art, creative writing, journalism, music or any other artistic discipline).
- Reliable access to a “device” and internet is desired but not essential. If you do not have access to a device, please let us know in your application, and we will endeavour to support your participation.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
The following countries are eligible: Ireland, Ethiopia, Honduras, Iraq, Sierra Leone, Syria, Turkey, Uganda, Zimbabwe.
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Where will the Award be Taken?
The 2025 program will take place online, with in-person sessions for Irish-based participants.
How Many Awards?
Not specified
What is the Benefit of the GOAL’s NextGen Youth Program?
Additionally, participants will gain valuable skills in critical thinking, intercultural communication, teamwork, and project management. They will also receive stipends of €400 to cover internet, data, and travel costs. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to contribute to public awareness campaigns and engage in dialogue on global challenges.
How Long Will the Award Last?
2 months
How to Apply:
Email [email protected] with the subject line ‘Country, Full Name,’ by April 1st. Applications who do not follow this format will not be accepted.
- In your email let us know if you have access to a phone or laptop
- Attach your CV (keep it simple! An outline of your educational background, voluntary and/or professional work is enough) and a 1-page cover letter to address the following points:
- Tell us about yourself! Why are you applying for this programme, and why do you think you are a good fit?
- What skills do you bring to this programme, and what would you like to gain from it?
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Record a short video (1-2 minutes) detailing your educational background, voluntary and/or professional work and addressing,
- Why are you applying for this programme, and why do you think you are a good fit?
- What skills do you bring to this programme, and what would you like to gain from it?
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