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Hurford Youth Fellows Program

You are invited to apply for the Hurford Youth Fellows Program in Washington, DC.

Hurford Youth Fellows Program
Hurford Youth Fellows Program

Youth leaders from around the world will be considered for two positions throughout the year. For a period of four months, each fellow will have the opportunity to build his or her leadership and organizational skills and benefit from and contribute to the development of the World Youth Movement. A project developing online discussion to generate active engagement among youth activists around the world will be central to each fellowship. Hurford Youth Fellows will engage in strategic meetings; conduct research; and organize and lead presentations, online discussions and information-sharing sessions on key democracy issues that they will identify in consultation with the World Movement Secretariat.

Fellows will identify, compile, present, and creatively share discussion materials and results.

Youth leaders up to the age of 30 with a demonstrated interest in the advancement of democracy are welcome to apply; particularly those affiliated with democracy/civil society organizations are especially encouraged.

A monthly cost of living stipend and roundtrip airfare will be provided by the Program. Specifically, each fellow will engage in the following activities:

Conduct research on topics such as civic education, the role of youth in policy development, and youth activities against corruption;

Develop online resources, such as a collection of related publications and training materials;

Facilitate online discussions;

Contribute to the World Movement/World Youth Movement social media posts

Take part in planning and implementing other activities of the World Movement/World Youth Movement Participate in relevant events and discussions in Washington, D.C., to deepen understanding of issues and build working relationships.

Each fellow will also make at least one formal presentation of their work during their fellowship. Presentations may be open to the public or geared to a more select audience and will typically focus on the fellow’s research topic. Upon the successful completion of each fellowship at NED, the fellow will serve as a regional/country focal point, working with the Hurford Youth Fellowship Alumni Network to remain involved and take the lead in World Youth Movement activities.

Eligibility

Applicants interested in the Hurford Youth Fellows Program must be no older than 30 years of age.

They must demonstrate strong interest in democratic activism and in the advancement of democracy in their respective communities, as well as worldwide. Youth affiliated with civil society organizations are especially encouraged to apply

Application Deadline: 17 April, 2017

For more information and application materials, please visit the official link here.

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