Deadline: 12 July 2017
The U.S. Embassy Nepal is seeking applications from active youth for membership to “U.S. Embassy Youth Council 2017/2018” to make a difference in their community.
The U.S. Embassy Youth Council Nepal (USYC) was created in 2011 to interact directly with Nepali youth. The Youth Council has two primary objectives:
- To encourage participation by USYC members in their democracy, through engagement in their communities and civil society.
- To inform the Embassy about the challenges young Nepalese face and what can be done to address them.
The incumbent USYC consists of 53 Nepalese from all regions of Nepal that represent various backgrounds, castes, religions, and professions. The U.S. Embassy constantly engages with the Youth Council through regularly offered discussion programs, training, outings and other events.
The council is funded by the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy. Currently, it is being managed by We Inspire Nepal (WIN), an NGO that aims in strengthening people and society through innovative trainings, inspiring campaigns and policy level advocacies.
Benefits
- As a council member, one has an access to a growing network of young change-makers in Nepal and around the world who are committed to improving their community.
- The members get a unique opportunity of participating in training and seminars conducted exclusively for the members.
- Furthermore, the members can apply for embassy funding to complete a civic engagement project for their community.
- Also, the members are invited to various U.S. Embassy programs related to a wide variety of issues.
Eligibility Criteria
- All Youth Council applicants must be between 18-27 years old.
- All applications must include a recommendation from an educational institute where you are currently studying or from your current place of work.
- In submitting an application, all prospective Youth Council members are agreeing to be active participants in Youth Council events for the full one-year term.
- All Youth Council applicants should intend to reside in Nepal for the next year.
- Members belonging to any institutions, parties or background can apply.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via given website.
Eligible Country: Nepal
For more information, please visit U.S. Embassy Youth Council Nepal.