November 23, 2011
Young High School Leavers in Calabar roll out of Youth LEAD 2011: A rare blend of Fun and Impact!
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Starting on November 9 and ending on November 15, 2011, selected Young School leavers in Calabar successfully completed the 5-day intensive and hands-on Youth Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Academic Development (YLEAD) training organized by RYPE Initiative in partnership with American Corner Calabar.
October 30, 2011
Interview with Fab-Ukozor Somto Sharon, winner of the ITU Young Innovators contest
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MS2C (Mobile Skills to Cash) is essentially an Application platform that connects young Nigerians willing to provide services or products to Companies or Individuals who need those services, as well NGOs and Government bodies focused on skill acquisition, extension services or SME funding. The young folks can interact via sms or smart phone clients.”
Fab-Ukozor Somto Sharon, recently won the ITU Young Innovators contest. She was in Geneva, Switzerland with other young innovators from across the world where she presented her MS2C idea and emerged winner of the prestigious contest.
October 25, 2011
Young people to write new UNAIDS strategy on youth and HIV
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(Press Release)
UNAIDS will use crowdsourcing technologies and social media platforms to engage young people in developing AIDS policy
GENEVA, 25 October 2011—The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) is launching CrowdOutAIDS.org, an online collaborative project to crowdsource its new strategy on youth and HIV—a first in the UN system.
Crowdsourcing is a technique used to rapidly engage large numbers of interested people to develop strategies, solve problems or propose relevant and fresh ideas. With around 3000 young people aged 15-24 becoming infected with HIV daily, leveraging new modes of communication and online collaboration with young people is essential for an effective response to HIV.
October 21, 2011
Sauvé Scholars Program 2012-2013 open for Young Leaders
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Applications are now open for the 2012-2013 Sauvé Scholars Program. A great opportunity for energetic young leaders from across the globe who want to change the world to spend nine months in Montreal, Canada.
- Are you a highly motivated independent thinker between 23 and 31 years of age?
- Do you have demonstrated skills as an agent of change?
- Are you seeking the time and opportunity to:
· -Grow, both personally and professionally?
· -Enhance your ability to effect change?
· -Undertake or complete an important project or field of study?
Youth Leadership and YLEAD Empowerment Program by @graceiheji
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Originially Published in The Nation (Disgeneration Column) on Oct 9 2011 via Jennifer Ehidiamen. Visit her Blog at Disgeneration
Guest Writer: Grace Ihejiamaizu
That young people constitute the majority of the Nation’s population is a well known fact. There is no doubt also that the future of the nation rests on the shoulders of the youths. Without youths, the nation’s future and existence is threatened. Youths are like the catalysts that will lead to progress and change especially in the economy of the nation. They are the hub of the nation and the agents that will foster development. Their concerns and needs must therefore be taken care of if we must have sustainable development in Nigeria. It is however overwhelming that most of our youths do not have the necessary leadership skills to serve as agents of change in Nigeria. The value system and principles of ethics seem to have been swept down.
Recognizing these challenges, RYPE Initiative has introduced the “Youth-Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Academic Development (YLEAD)” program supported by the Michelle Obama’s Young African Women Leader’s Forum. YLEAD begins with a 5-day intensive training program for 15-24 year old secondary school leavers who are awaiting admission or JAMB examination.
YLEAD goes beyond the training program to provide mentoring and place these young people on internship programs to learn various skills. YLEAD also creates the platform for them to develop and start their own small businesses. It is positively aimed at engaging young people and helping them develop their personal, leadership and entrepreneurial skills for positive engagement. We want to help them utilize the one year period that they have to stay at home before enrolling in a University Program.
The essence of this program is to infuse independence, self-awareness, ethical values, leadership and entrepreneurial skills into young people. Instilling these values and skills in them at a young age would help them recognize the challenges we face and develop problem-solving ideas to make a difference in Nigeria. In the long term, it would curb youth restiveness and unemployment. Rather than engage in criminal activities, idleness and other unproductive activities, we want young people to use their inherent talents and leadership capabilities to initiate innovative ideas that will develop into small sustainable businesses in Nigeria. Entrepreneurship is key in the growth of any nation’s economy and must be encouraged.
Since the youths are the ones who would meet the specific manpower needs of the nation, then they must be inspired, empowered and prepared to become leaders, movers and shakers of Nigeria and the world at large.
Bio: Grace Ihejiamaizu is the founding coordinator of Y-LEAD, a youth empowerment program for young people in Calabar. For more information on how to get involved, please visit: http://youthleadcamp.wordpress.com
October 18, 2011
The New and Emerging Talent Initiative (NETI): Opportunity to work for UNICEF - APPLY!
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The New and Emerging Talent Initiative (NETI) is an entry point for dynamic professionals interested in an international career with UNICEF. As part of UNICEF's global talent management strategy to achieve its current and future goals, NETI focuses on attracting, selecting, developing and retaining new talent from entry to mid-career levels to grow and to develop in the organisation. NETI participants will work actively in a multicultural environment within the development and humanitarian arenas, while contributing to delivering results for children.
The NETI Programme is currently recruiting suitable candidates in the following areas: Communication for Development, Social and Economic Policy, Monitoring & Evaluation, and Education.
Apart from recruiting suitable candidates for the NETI programme, UNICEF is also seeking qualified applicants in the following areas: Health, Nutrition, WASH, and Child Protection to be included in the Talent Groups.
For full programme details and information on how to apply, please visit the NETI website at: http://www.careersatunicef.org/neti/
New and Emerging Talent Initiative
The New and Emerging Talent Initiative (NETI) is an entry point for dynamic professionals interested in an international career with UNICEF. As part of UNICEF's global talent management strategy to achieve its current and future goals, NETI focuses on attracting, selecting, developing and retaining new talent from entry to mid-career levels to grow and to develop in the organisation. NETI participants will work actively in a multicultural environment within the development and humanitarian arenas, while contributing to delivering results for children.
The NETI Programme is currently recruiting suitable candidates in the following areas: Communication for Development, Social and Economic Policy, Monitoring & Evaluation, and Education.
Apart from recruiting suitable candidates for the NETI programme, UNICEF is also seeking qualified applicants in the following areas: Health, Nutrition, WASH, and Child Protection to be included in the Talent Groups.
To Check if you are eligible, Test Yourself >>> Click here
October 11, 2011
YouWIN! Business Plan Competition #Nigeria
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For more information on how to APPLY, visit www.youwin.org.ng
The Nigerian President, President Goodluck Jonathan has formally flagged off YouWiN!
YouWiN! stands for Youth Enterprise with Innovation in Nigeria. It is an innovative business plan competition aimed at job creation by encouraging and supporting aspiring entrepreneurial youths in Nigeria to develop and execute business ideas.
The You WiN!) Programme is a collaboration of the Ministries of Finance, Communication Technology, and Youth Development that will launch an annual Business Plan Competition (BPC) for aspiring young entrepreneurs in Nigeria, in line with the Federal Government’s drive to create more jobs for Nigerians.
For more information on how to APPLY, visit www.youwin.org.ng
Deadline: November 3, 2011.
Get your business started TODAY! Take advantage of this great opportunity to create more jobs in Nigeria and reduce the problem of Youth Unemployment.
Get your business started TODAY! Take advantage of this great opportunity to create more jobs in Nigeria and reduce the problem of Youth Unemployment.
October 06, 2011
#APPLY 2011 Unilever Future Leaders Programme (Graduate Trainee Programme)
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Unilever Nigeria is accepting applications for its 2011 Unilever Future Leaders Programme (Graduate Trainee Programme).
This programme is for young graduates with a minimum GPA of 3.0 who have completed the NYSC Programme.
The Unilever Future Leaders' Programme® is all about harnessing your potential. You'll come into an organisation where you can make a measurable difference to our business performance. You'll be encouraged to lead, to suggest, to challenge how we work. You'll join an environment where you can be creative and be yourself. Their graduate programme recruits the people who will see this business into the future, developing into leaders with a difference.
Deadline for Applications: 11th October 2011
September 28, 2011
Global Social Entrepreneurship Competition!
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The Global Social Entrepreneurship Competition (GSEC) is a leading-edge international social venture plan competition, where interdisciplinary student teams from around the world propose creative, commercially viable businesses aimed at reducing poverty in the developing world.
From innovative sanitation solutions in Kenya, to solar-powered modular power generators in Papua New Guinea, to prick-less anemia scanners in India, GSEC business plans demonstrate the power of business to create sustainable, positive change to some of the world’s most challenging social problems.
APPLY TO GSEC 2012 by November 9, 2011! Review the GSEC rules and submit your application!
GSEC Eligibility - Overview
- All applicants must review the full GSEC Rules & Eligibility prior to submitting an application.
- GSEC seeks the most innovative, student-generated social business plans that aim to alleviate a problem(s) of poverty in developing economies.*
- GSEC is open to currently enrolled students, in any discipline and level of study, at any academic institution of higher education worldwide.
- Multi-disciplinary teams are strongly encouraged. Teams may be comprised of students from difference academic institutions.
- Plans must clearly demonstrate the social impact and calculate the Social Return on Investment (SROI) and provide a social impact assessment. GSEC business plans may focus on any subject area.
- GSEC business plans are evaluated on three criteria: 1) Effect on the quality of life and poverty alleviation in one or more developing economies; 2) Financial sustainability; 3) Feasibility of implementation.**
Prizes
GSEC prizes are awarded to the most innovative business plans that meet the GSEC judging criteria and demonstrate the best integration of financial and social returns on investment.
For more information, visit: GSEC
August 23, 2011
My Nigeria! Its Up to Me!
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(Press Release)
My Nigeria is a youth movement that challenges every young Nigerian to become a part of the solution to the challenges faced by Nigeria through their engagement in their communities. Whilst we know how overwhelming the challenges of nation building in Nigeria is and are aware of how our leaders have failed to meet our expectation in the past, our focus is to look inwards to develop quality leaders amongst young Nigerians. This we hope to achieve by challenging the youths to do what they can today to make a difference in the lives of the people around them. Through this process of flexing their leadership muscles, we believe that we will be able to nurture a generation that will not continue in the mistakes of the past but will take ownership of the success of the future through active participation in making Nigeria work, one community at a time.
HOW WE WILL DO THIS:
My Nigeria will organize online forums that will actively engage young Nigerians in sharing the stories of their change projects to inspire one another and participate in an essay competition tagged If I am president. This essay competition will constantly challenge these youths to think creatively about big issues that affects Nigeria today whilst still being given the platform to tackle smaller local communities based challenges that are within their reach.
This forum will feature guest speakers and online competitions whilst also celebrating our unsung heros who have quietly made significant impact in their communities across Nigeria. It will also provide simple basic steps to make a difference in your community and online resource to help any willing volunteer to start off on their quest to change their world.
This platform which is designed and driven by Nigerian youths with a decade long experience of making change in their community has a vision of mobilizing 100,000 youth by 2020 who would have implemented change projects in their communities and become advocates for participatory change in Nigeria.
WHAT IS DIFFERENT ABOUT MY NIGERIA:
My Nigeria challenges the myth that Nigerians are too discouraged by the failure of our leaders to get engaged in Nation building. It seeks to look beyond what we lack and develop our potential for greatness – The Nigerian youth. We dare to refocus the minds of Nigerian youth from thinking about what my country can or cannot do or provide for me to what I can do to improve the quality of life of people within my reach. This platform is built on our philosophy that true leaders are made in the fields of volunteerism and selfless community service.
My Nigeria challenges the myth that Nigerians are too discouraged by the failure of our leaders to get engaged in Nation building. It seeks to look beyond what we lack and develop our potential for greatness – The Nigerian youth. We dare to refocus the minds of Nigerian youth from thinking about what my country can or cannot do or provide for me to what I can do to improve the quality of life of people within my reach. This platform is built on our philosophy that true leaders are made in the fields of volunteerism and selfless community service.
JOIN THE First ONLINE FORUM from 22nd - 26th August 2011 with Fela Duruotoye, Frank Nweke (Jnr) and other inspiring young people.
10 SIMPLE STEPS TO TAKE PART IN THE MY NIGERIA ONLINE FORUM
• Visit www.my-nigeria.net/forum
• click REGISTER
• Follow all registration process.
• Enter a Username
• Enter your email address, password and click submit.
• Click “Return to the Index Page”
• Login using your Username and Password
• Click on My Nigeria Discussion Forum
• Select a topic from any of the facilitators
• Start discussing
• Visit www.my-nigeria.net/forum
• click REGISTER
• Follow all registration process.
• Enter a Username
• Enter your email address, password and click submit.
• Click “Return to the Index Page”
• Login using your Username and Password
• Click on My Nigeria Discussion Forum
• Select a topic from any of the facilitators
• Start discussing
Visit My Nigeria Blog: www.my-nigeria.net
Join the conversation on Facebook: My Nigeria (https://www.facebook.com/pages/My-Nigeria/229148293763688) Follow My Nigeria on Twitter @My_Nigeria
- My Nigeria! Its Up to Me!
Its Y(our) Nigeria too.
August 18, 2011
YOUths in a Global World!
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by Tayo Elegbede JET
According to the Population Reference Bureau (PRB), more than one in every four persons in the world are youths. This apparently does not exclude Nigeria, a country that prides herself as the Giant of Africa with over seventy percent of its population as youth.
by Tayo Elegbede JET
According to the Population Reference Bureau (PRB), more than one in every four persons in the world are youths. This apparently does not exclude Nigeria, a country that prides herself as the Giant of Africa with over seventy percent of its population as youth.
Recent and current activities around the world show that youths in the global world can do and undo especially with the power of the social media. For instance, Nigeria and Africa as a whole, witnessed for the first time in history the largest turn-out of young voters during Nigeria’s 2011 General elections. Also in Africa, countries like Egypt, Tunisia, and Libya experienced a revolutionary change through youth mobilisation and demonstration. This however, is not limited to the black continent, as it spread across Asian and European countries.Just few days ago, London was hit by an unprecedented act of riot, looting and all sorts, with youths being the key-players of the game.
World over, the 12th of August 2011, was observed as the International Youth Day, basically to extol and reward positive youth participation in society, nation and global development. Unfortunately, my great country Nigeria celebrated the International Youth Day with the news of mass failure in the May/June 2011 WAEC Exam hence while this writer was basking in the euphoria of the celebration, questioned ‘What future does the country hold for the youths and vice versa?’
In a country where over 600,000 of the 1.4million who sat for the 2011 May/June WAEC Exam, could not make at least five distinctive credits including English and Mathematics, where Yahoo! Yahoo!, YahooPlus and other forms of cybercrimes are the order of the day, where values, honesty, dignity, intelligence, morals are not encouraged, where bad and irresponsible music, videos and reality TV shows are aired at the detriment of young minds and invariably the nation, where nude and obscene images are tagged as models, where school drop-outs can live more comfortably than a masters degree holder, where selfishness and embezzlement in politics is justified as against serving the people, where institutions and infrastructures are far from working, where unemployment has become a normal thing, where two hours of electricity supply out of twenty-four hours receives applause from helpless citizens, where the poor man has no hope of his next meal let alone tomorrow, where law makers are disconnected from their 'people' only to become money-makers and law-breakers, where there is no hope in sight of what the future holds for the Nigerian youth and vice versa. Yet they deceive us that we are the leaders of the tomorrow. But when is the tomorrow?
John wooden once said ‘Young people need models, not critics’. The older dispensation of the society has failed to show positive examples to the younger generation rather they have taken delight in portraying them as instruments of violence and societal unrest. This could be due to the many socio-economic demands of the twenty-first century which accounts for the disconnection between parents and wards, leaders and followers alike.
The challenges facing Nigeria and the world at large, can be tackled when all stakeholders in home and nation building; parents, youths, government, religious institutions, non-governmental organisations, educational bodies amongst others get together to impart and improve young minds towards a better future which starts now.
I make bold to say that if issues on youth orientation and development are not urgently addressed, the countries of the world, Nigeria inclusive will not find things easy in years to come.Proper parenting should be encouraged as against poor parenting system which leaves the child disconnected from his/her parent thus connected to a volatile society and the endless world of internet which results in misleading the child if not well controlled.Government institutions must enact and implement laws that will ensure youth development and participation, create employment opportunities and appropriate portfolios for youths and recognise noble deeds of young minds.
The society as a whole must encourage virtues of honesty, hard-work and diligence. Religious institutions should teach and instruct young minds to be responsible to themselves and the society at large.Education, both formal and informal is paramount in building a peaceful and secure society both now and in the future. Skill acquisition, vocational training backed with entrepreneurial skills will do.Above all,no individual,group,society or nation makes long lasting progress without the assitance of God. Let us always remember the God factor.
Tayo Elegbede JET is an On-Air Personality, Commonwealth Correspondent, PR Practitioner and Social Worker in Lagos-Nigeria.
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July 06, 2011
Global Youth Summit 2011: Apply!
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Starting now, applications are being accepted for the upcoming Global Youth Summit 2011, which will take place in the UK from 13-19 November. The call for applications is open for social entrepreneurs, community activists and volunteers aged 16-19 from around the world.
Click here for more details and the online application!
Please note that the application deadline is 24 July 2011! APPLY NOW
Starting now, applications are being accepted for the upcoming Global Youth Summit 2011, which will take place in the UK from 13-19 November. The call for applications is open for social entrepreneurs, community activists and volunteers aged 16-19 from around the world.
Who can apply?
- Social entrepreneurs, community activists and volunteers aged 16-19 (on 13 November)
- Applicants must be able to make themselves available in the UK from 13-19 November
- They must not have taken part in any previous Global Changemakers summits
- They must be able to communicate comfortably in English
What is required?
- Applicants must submit the application form below, as well as a video (no longer than 2 minutes) (download the video instructions here)
If I am selected, what are the costs involved?
- The following participant costs are covered by the British Council: travel, visa fee, accommodation and meals during the summit
What is the deadline?
- All applications (application form + video) must arrive by midnight on 24 July.
Click here for more details and the online application!
Please note that the application deadline is 24 July 2011! APPLY NOW
Zeitgeist Young Minds Americas!
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Win the chance to attend this year’s Google Zeitgeist Americas 2011 and meet some of the world’s most powerful players and greatest minds. Winners will also take part in a series of bespoke master classes hosted by Google at Zeitgeist Americas 2011.
Youth engagement enterprise Livity proudly announces Young Minds, a competition supported by Google and hosted on YouTube to find the pioneers, change-makers and leaders of tomorrow to take their place alongside the greatest minds and innovators of today at Zeitgeist Americas 2011 in Paradise Valley, Arizona.
From 4th July – 25th August, the search will be on to find 12 exceptional, motivated and inspiring 18-24 year-olds from across the Americas*, who are making a positive impact on their world.
Young Minds is a platform to champion and celebrate young people who are doing amazing things to make the word a better place. And for the 12 winners it’s a chance to begin an amazing journey where they will be inspired and will inspire many more.
Winners will be invited to attend Googleʼs annual and exclusive two-day Zeitgeist event, where previous speakers have included Archbishop Desmond Tutu, former US President Bill Clinton, Black Eyed Peas superstar Will.I.Am and Queen Rania of Jordan. Once there they will also take part in a series of bespoke master classes hosted by Google.
Dennis Woodside, Senior Vice President, Americas Operations,
Google commented, “Google has always championed innovation and is
proud to help young people showcase their ideas and achievements.
Zeitgeist Young Minds is an incredible platform for future
world-changers to meet some of the most powerful and inspiring people
on the planet today
To be in with a chance of winning a place at Zeitgeist Americas 2011, simply upload a video telling us how you are making a positive impact on the world to www.zeitgeistyoungminds.com
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For more information, interviews and images please contact Oyin Akiniyi on 0207 326 5979 or at oyin@livity.co.uk
Win the chance to attend this year’s Google Zeitgeist Americas 2011 and meet some of the world’s most powerful players and greatest minds. Winners will also take part in a series of bespoke master classes hosted by Google at Zeitgeist Americas 2011.
To be in with a chance of winning, simply upload a one-minute video telling us how you are making an impact in the world.
Zeitgeist Young Minds is a truly amazing experience.
Click to Upload It Now!
In May 2011, Grace Ihejiamaizu from Nigeria was selected as one of Google's 12 Young Minds, who were the first young people to ever attend the Zeitgeist event. According to Grace, "Zeitgeist 2011 was an inspiration. The experience was amazing and the networking platform it provided was awesome!" As a Young Minds Ambassador, she is not only inspired to continue her work with RYPE, she aims to do more and impact the lives of many young people in Nigeria.
Check out pictures from this year's Zeitgeist Young Minds at London in May 2011. Watch her winning Video entry here http://young-minds.appspot.com/video/isCwLkZbQ2w! Upload yours Now!
Think about this... by Mfon Iso
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As seconds kiss minutes,
Days dance with the sun,
we dance with time
and slip out of our hands.
As times flies by,
we look into the mirror
And changes kiss us in the face,
As months marry years,
Can we smile at the things we have done.
When the memories come flooding in,
like waves in the sea,
Will tears of regret
of the things said and done
kiss our hearts.
As time flies by,
What will be our story..........
What will be our song........
Read more from Cedars of Passion and join on facebook
Days dance with the sun,
we dance with time
and slip out of our hands.
As times flies by,
we look into the mirror
And changes kiss us in the face,
As months marry years,
Can we smile at the things we have done.
When the memories come flooding in,
like waves in the sea,
Will tears of regret
of the things said and done
kiss our hearts.
As time flies by,
What will be our story..........
What will be our song........
Read more from Cedars of Passion and join on facebook
June 18, 2011
Ideotrophy Business Challenge!
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Are you 18-24? An undergraduate or post-graduate student? Have an idea? Then take up this challenge and your team could win an all expense trip to Unilever Global Office (UK) or (Singapore) + fantastic prizes such as Ipads, Laptops and Blackberries!
Are you 18-24? An undergraduate or post-graduate student? Have an idea? Then take up this challenge and your team could win an all expense trip to Unilever Global Office (UK) or (Singapore) + fantastic prizes such as Ipads, Laptops and Blackberries!
Ideatrophy is a Unilever on-campus youth development initiative designed to create an "out-of-the-classroom" learning experience that focuses on the development of personal and entrepreneurial competencies amongst Nigerian undergraduates.
It is a challenging and creative experience, where students from different universities figure out how business works in real life while developing their own skills and competencies. This is where university students figure out how business works in real life.
It's definitely not a game! It's too real to be a game!
Unilever in partnership with SIFE Nigeria is looking for creative students, who can think out-of-the-box, be assertive, motivated to be a team player, who are committed to have 100% RCF (Real / Cool / Fun) experience. If you can find 2 more friends who also have a strive to succeed then join the competition!!
- This is where university students figure out how business works in real life.
- A competition open to students across all levels and all majors from participating universities
- Personal development, Different perspective, Unique experience, Preparation for business life FOR STUDENTS
- A unique Ideatrophy CAMP experience for top teams
Have an Idea? Want to take up the challenge?
Click to ENTER THE CHALLENGE Now!
Click to read the Official Rules
Click here to learn more about the awards
Click here for more information!Best Luck!
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