[hr-education-na] Human rights delegations for young leaders - Summer 2006

I would appreciate it if you could pass along the following message to any
young leaders ages 18-25 that you think might be interested in taking part
in nay of these programs. Thanks for your assistance!

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Human Rights Delegations for Young Leaders

Summer 2006 Programs
Bosnia, Cambodia, Guatemala and Rwanda

Global Youth Connect, an international human rights organization, is
pleased to announce that we are currently recruiting young leaders (ages
18-25) to participate in human rights delegations during the summer of
2006. Program locations include: Bosnia, Cambodia, Guatemala and Rwanda.

Human rights delegations are a unique, first-hand opportunity to cross
cultural boundaries and learn about the daily reality of human rights as
experienced in a complex and increasingly globalized world.

 
Bosnia

Program Dates: June 26 - July 15, 2006

This delegation will explore the roots of conflict and the dynamics of
justice, reconciliation and peacebuilding as experienced in Bosnia. In
particular, participants will gain experience in conflict resolution and
transformation and deepen their understanding of the post-conflict
challenges faced by Bosnians today, especially youth.

 
Cambodia

Program Dates: July 16 - August 15, 2006

Participants will learn about the historical roots of conflict and
genocide in Cambodia. We will examine how current human rights challenges,
especially landlessness, are impacting the country, particularly their
effect on the lives of Cambodian youth. We will connect with young
Cambodians and get involved in collaborative projects to support the
development and rebuilding process already underway.

 
Guatemala

Program Dates: July 1 - July 31, 2006

This delegation will analyze the roots of historical and current violence
in Guatemala as well as seek to better understand how this violence, both
past and present, has impacted the people of Guatemala. In particular we
will focus on connecting with youth in indigenous communities in the
Western Highlands as well as reflect on how policies and practices in the
U.S. have affected the lives of ordinary Guatemalans. Spanish proficiency
is required.

 
Rwanda

Program Dates: May 21 - June 19, 2006

This program will explore the roots of the 1994 Rwandan genocide and how
this legacy of violence has impacted the country and its people,
particularly Rwandan youth. Participants will learn more about the current
situation in Rwanda, connect with young Rwandans, and get involved in
collaborative projects aimed at promoting peace and reconciliation.


How to Apply

We invite interested young leaders to apply. We are looking for
participants who are between the ages of 18-25, possess U.S. citizenship
or residency, or are studying full-time at a U.S. college or university.
Most importantly, applicants should wish to expand their knowledge and
understanding of human rights and social justice. The deadline to receive
applications is December 2, 2005.

For more information on the program details, costs, and how to apply,
please visit our website: www.globalyouthconnect.org/participate

Best wishes,

Jennifer Kloes
Executive Director
Global Youth Connect
www.globalyouthconnect.org

 


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