Summer Human Rights Delegation to Bosnia

  Bosnia

Banja Luka,  Sarajevo

Term: Summer 
Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: June 23-July 23, 2010

Description: Global Youth Connect, an international human rights organization, is pleased to announce that we are currently accepting applications from young leaders (ages 18-30) for our Summer 2010 international human rights delegation to Bosnia.

Application Deadline: January 10, 2010 with rolling admissions until December 20 for up to half of the delegation.

Highlights: GYC's 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. Each delegation weaves together three core sets of activities: a human rights training workshop with local youth activists, site visits to local organizations, and hands-on fieldwork projects.

This delegation to Bosnia will explore the roots of the conflict and the dynamics of justice, reconciliation and peacebuilding as experienced in Bosnia fifteen years after the major conflict in Europe ended with the Dayton Peace Accords. Participants will gain experience in conflict resolution and transformation and deepen their understanding of the post-conflict challenges faced by Bosnians today, especially youth. Participants will have an opportunity to meet with Bosnian NGOs working on issues of human rights, community development, youth empowerment, and conflict resolution. The program will also include a workshop with Bosnian youth and the opportunity to work hands-on with several local organizations to assist them in their daily activities.

Qualifications: We invite interested young leaders to apply. We are looking for participants who are between the ages of 18-30 and who possess U.S. citizenship or residency as well as international students 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. Participants will become part of a growing global movement of youth acting together for compassion, human rights and responsibility.

Cost in US$: USD 2,500

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 18-30 years

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Bosnia Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 12-15

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Global Youth Connect's Mission Statement: Global Youth Connect is dedicated to empowering youth to advance human rights and create a more just world.

Year Founded: 1997