AJPRODHO-JIJUKIRWA

GLOBAL YOUTH CONNECT

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

Rwandan Youth Participants (ages 17 35) for a Cross Cultural Human Rights Learning and Action Youth Program
Apply for One or Both of these Programs You will be Selected for Only One June 20 July 10, 2011 (Program #1) July 25 August 14, 2011 (Program #2) Includes at least 4 days of volunteer service with an NGO in Kigali

Jointly Organized by AJPRODHO-JIJUKIRWA, Global Youth Connect & other members of the Turikumwe! HR Learning and Action Community

Global Youth Connect and the Youth Association for Human Rights Promotion and Development (AJPRODHO-JIJUKIRWA) are looking for Rwandan participants (ages 17 - 35) to join a group of young leaders from the US in an interactive human rights learning and action program. This program will provide a space for youth to share ideas across cultures, learn effective strategies for promoting human rights and enhance skills through the collaborative development of new project ideas and strategies.

MAIN GOAL OF THE PROGRAM: To empower youth to advance human rights and create a more just world.

Specific Objectives of the Program

Increase young activists' understanding of both the context and practice of human rights activism. Facilitate cross-cultural dialogue, enable critical thinking and analysis of complex issues and encourage joint problem solving to address shared human rights concerns. Build the skills, knowledge and confidence of youth to raise awareness, take action and work collaboratively on projects to promote and defend human rights in collaboration with grassroots NGOs, INGOs, policy makers and other stakeholders.

Program Schedule & Themes (example precise schedule is open to change within the dates range of the Program) ** Note Orientation will be in May or June Day 1,2 Day 3-4 Day 5 6 Day 7 Day 8-12 Day 13-14 Day 15-17 Day 18-19 Exploring a Common Understanding of Human Rights (Kigali) Human Rights and Development (Kigali) Human Rights Advocacy and Action in Karongi District Day Off Volunteerism at NGOs (Kigali) Days Off Volunteerism at NGOs (Optional trip to Nyamata Memorial) Workshop Wrap-Up and Site Visits with Government and Institutions (Kigali)

Language: All workshop sessions will be conducted in English and formal translation will not be available. Therefore, English skills are essential. English language skills will be tested and verified by a short telephone interview between the applicant and a member of selection committee. Selection Criteria Interested applicants must meet the following selection criteria:

Rwandan citizen, age 17-35 Demonstrated interest and experience in human rights, social justice and/or Rwandan social issues Fluency in English (intermediate/advanced conversation and reading skills required) Availability to attend all days of the training and orientation

We are strongly committed to selecting participants who represent a variety of voices, opinions, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives.

We strongly encourage young women to apply!

Other Important Information There will be no fee/cost for the participants selected from Rwanda to participate in the workshop. Stipends: Travel stipends will be granted to all participants and will be determined on a personal basis in consultation with AJPRODHO according to public transportation rates. Please do not apply to this program if you plan on trying to save money from these travel stipends. Food: Lunch will be provided during full workshop days, and when outside Kigali all meals will be catered for. During the volunteer service days, the NGOs will provide for lunch on those days. Housing: No housing will be provided in Kigali. Participants coming from outside of Kigali are encouraged to stay with friends or family in Kigali. If you live outside of Kigali, you will need to arrange for your own accommodation in order to be able to attend the training. In Karongi, we will provide housing and food. Certificate of participation: At the end of the program, each participant shall be issued a certificate of participation signed by GYC and AJPRODHO. Only participants who attend all the days shall be given the certificate. About Global Youth Connect and AJPRODHO - JIJUKIRWA Global Youth Connect is a U.S.-based organization dedicated to building and supporting a community of youth who are actively promoting and protecting human rights, and to educate and inspire the next generation to work for peaceful change. This year we are focused on Rwanda and Bosnia. AJPRODHO-JIJUKIRWA is a national, Rwandan human rights and youth organization whose mission is to empower the youth to respect human rights and to advocate for socio-economic betterment. For more information: www.globalyouthconnect.org and www.ajprodho.org

Application Procedures Instructions

Please answer all questions on this application clearly and in the space provided. All information shared will be treated with confidentiality
Attach a copy of your CV (with 2 telephone references listed), and, if you are a member or staff of an organization, please attach a letter of recommendation from your organization Application must be completed in English You MUST be available for ALL DATES of the Program.

Please email your completed application and your Curriculum Vitae by 5pm, April 20, 2011 to:
turikumweLAC@gmail.com

Or you can send through regular mail:

AJPRODHO-JIJUKIRWA, BP 6811 Kigali

or Take your application to the AJPRODHO JIJUKIRWA Office near US Embassy, Kacyiru.

Receipt of your application will be acknowledged within 72 hours of receipt. Decisions about applications will be communicated to participants no later than 5pm April 29th, 2011

PERSONAL INFORMATION First Name __________________________ Family Name________________________________ Address:____________________________________________________

Home Phone _____________________________________________________________________ Work Phone ______________________________________________________________________ Cell Phone: _______________________________________________________________________ E-mail ___________________________________________________________________ Date of Birth: ___________________ Age:_______ Female:___ Male:___

N.B: If you live outside of Kigali, you will need to arrange for your own accommodation in order to be able to attend the training.

PROFESSIONAL INFORMATION (if Any) Organization___________________________________________________________ Job Title______________________________________________________________ __ Responsibilities________________________________________________________ _ Mission of organization _______________________________________________________________________ _ _______________________________________________________________________ _ ________________________________________________________________________ EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND Level of Education: _________________________________ Name of School or University: _______________________________________________________________________ _ City, Country: ________________________________ Subject(s) of Study: ______________________________________________________________ Languages and Proficiency (Excellent/Good/Fair): _______________________________________________________________________

Please answer the following questions honestly and concisely. Attach an additional sheet of paper if necessary. Please provide us with a 5 sentence description of yourself, including any relevant personal information and professional experiences. And please tell us where you would like to be in 5 years.

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Why are you interested in participating in this program? What do you hope to experience and learn?

3) What experience do you have in advocating for positive social change?

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What is your understanding of the meaning of Human Rights?

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What is one human rights issue (or question) that you want to learn about during this program?

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How do you expect to use the knowledge and experience gained in the workshop in your life?

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Which Program dates are you applying for? June 20 July 10, 2011 (Program #1) and/or July 25 August 14, 2011 (Program #2) Apply for One or Both of these Programs You will be Selected for Only One. If you are available and applying for both Programs, but you prefer one over the other, please tell us which one you prefer and why.

Signature: _______________________ _______________________

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