Deadline: 30 August 2024
Applications are now open for the Youth Volunteering Programme of the 6th African Union Region 2024 . The African Union 6th Region Youth Division Volunteer Programme is a prestigious initiative designed to engage and empower young leaders worldwide. This programme offers a unique platform for personal and professional growth through leadership development, networking opportunities and hands-on experience.
Volunteers will work closely with the 6th region of the African Union, participating in impactful projects and collaborating with young leaders from diverse backgrounds. The programme focuses on areas such as communication, design and creativity, information technology, writing, community management and programme coordination, providing volunteers with invaluable experiences and opportunities to drive positive change, promote African unity and contribute to global youth and development discourses.
Benefits
- Leadership Development: Volunteers will improve their leadership skills through specific training sessions, workshops and mentoring programmes led by renowned professionals and AU staff.
- Networking opportunities: Participants will have the chance to connect with a vibrant network of young leaders, policymakers and influencers from around the world.
- Professional Growth: Volunteers will gain invaluable experience working on high-impact projects that address critical issues facing Africa and the diaspora.
- Cultural Exchange: The programme includes participation in exchange programmes, events and collaborative projects that promote cultural understanding and unity between the 6th and five other regions of Africa.
- Practical experience: Volunteers will gain practical experience working on programmes and initiatives that increase their capacity in their chosen field, whether it be communication, design and creativity, information technology, writing, community management or programme coordination.
- Recognition and Certification: Volunteers will receive a certificate of participation from the African Union, recognising their contributions and achievements. This certification will enhance their professional portfolio.
- Exclusive Access: Volunteers will have exclusive access to AU Region 6 events, conferences and forums, providing more learning and networking opportunities.
Eligibility
- Open to people aged between 18 and 38.
- Applicants must have completed college or university in Africa or abroad.
- They are looking for individuals who are dedicated to driving positive change, promoting African unity and contributing to the global discourse on youth and development.
- Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to the African Union agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Candidates with skills and experience in communication, design and creativity, information technology, writing, community management or programme coordination are encouraged to apply.
- The programme values diversity and encourages applications from individuals from different backgrounds, cultures and perspectives.
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