*UNESCO: International Human Rights Leadership Programme* [call for applications/event]
Date: 4-12 August 2007 Location: Connecticut, USA The UNESCO Chair and Institute of Comparative Human Rights at the University of Connecticut invites applications for the third annual International Leadership Programme: A Global Intergenerational Forum. The Forum seeks to empower young leaders by involving them in finding solutions to emerging human rights problems, and nurturing individuals to be effective leaders in the field of human rights. To this end, the forum will: - introduce participants to the United Nations Millennium Development Goals and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; - build a network of solidarity among human rights leaders; - expand the knowledge relevant to human rights practice; - provide tools and a platform for open debates; - provide programmes, activities and processes necessary for human rights leadership; - promote the sharing of experiences and understanding; and - showcase speakers on such topics as: health and human rights, the environment, the plight of child soldiers, the use of media, fundraising, conflict resolution and transformation; litigation and advocacy. Young people between the ages of 18-30, with community service experience, and with demonstrated ability to work on solutions to human rights problems, should apply. Relevant issues include, but are not limited to, human trafficking, the plight of children, refugees, hunger, HIV and AIDs, gender discrimination, racism, classism, the environment and peace education. Fluency in English is required, as the conference will be held in English only. Applicants will be selected based on their application essay about the ways in which they expect to apply the skills learned during the forum. Application deadline: *23 February 2007 *Visit: http://www.crin.org/resources/infoDetail.asp?ID=12548&flag=event For more information, contact: University of Connecticut UNESCO Chair and Institute of Comparative Human Rights 233 Glenbrook Road, Unit 4124, Storrs, CT 06269-4124, USA Tel: +1 860 486 0647; Fax: +1 860 486 2545 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Website: http://web.uconn.edu/unescochair/home.htm
