Transatlantic – Russia Civic Workshops

Deadline: 1 April 2018
Open to: minimum 23 years old, from Russia, United States, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia
Benefits: fully funded

Description

The 2018 new program entitled the Transatlantic – Russia Civic Workshops is designed to support and strengthen civil society, bridge the U.S.-Russia-Visegrad cooperation and promote collaborative projects between participating countries. All participants, including social and civil campaigners and representatives of NGO sector, will build their personal and organizational capacity, increase their outreach and effectiveness as civic activists working within their communities, as well as integrate with a larger network of like-minded leaders.

Over 3 editions the program will gather 60 civic activists from the United States, the Russian Federation and Central Europe (Czechia, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia), who will gain practical skills, exchange experience, broaden the network and build long-lasting networks.

The editions will take place in three different Visegrad capitals (Warsaw, Prague and Budapest), which will enable to broaden the experience-sharing by presenting three countries’ various perspectives. Through practical workshops, discussions and simulations, the participants will be equipped with a tool kit necessary for their everyday work in civil society organizations.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship of one of the following countries: Russia, United States, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia;
  • Minimum 23 years of age;
  • Minimum 2 years of working experience and proven track history of involvement and engagement within their community (i.e. involvement in the NGO sector, student unions, civil society organizations);
  • English language competency: C1.

The ideal candidate demonstrates a desire to take an active role in positively shaping the world around them.

Candidates will be selected based on the information provided in their online application forms and a phone/skype interview.

Benefits

All scholarships cover participation fee (5 days of workshops), materials, certificates, lunches, coffee brakes, accommodation and travel expenses. The European Academy of Diplomacy arranges participants’ travels and accommodations (for more details, see application form) and provides visa invitation letters.

How to apply?

Participants must submit the online application form, including: CV, Letter of motivation and essay on the topic: What is the change you would like to make locally or globally?

For more information please visit the official website.