Deadline: 30-May-21
The U.S. Embassy in Bangkok is pleased to open the call for applications for the Fall 2021 YSEALI Academic Fellowship to candidates from Thailand interested in the themes of Civic Engagement, Environmental Issues, and Social Entrepreneurship and Economic Development.
There will be two Institutes on each theme with each Institute composed of up to 22 Fellows. The programs will utilize a hybrid format with an initial virtual component taking place from September through November 2021. Over a period of approximately two to three weeks in spring 2022, an in-person component will take place in the United States at the host institution, contingent upon health, safety, and travel conditions.
The Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) is a public diplomacy program designed to advance regional strategic goals, break down barriers that separate the next generation of leaders in Southeast Asia, and link those emerging leaders to the United States. To this end, the YSEALI Academic Fellowship will bring exceptional young leaders from Southeast Asian countries to the United States to further develop their professional and leadership skills. The Study of the U.S. Branch implements the YSEALI Academic Fellowship aimed at young leaders aged 18-25.
Note: A total of 15 applicants from Thailand will be selected to participate in the Fall 2021 program.
Themes
The Fellowship will focus on one of three themes:
- Civic Engagement,
- Environmental Issues,
- Social Entrepreneurship and Economic Development.
Benefits
- Program Funding: Through cooperative agreements to the host universities, the U.S. Department of State will cover all participant costs, including: international travel costs; technology allowances for the virtual program; travel allowances; program administration; domestic travel and ground transportation; book, cultural, mailing and incidental allowances; and housing and subsistence.
- Health Benefits: All participants will receive the Department of State’s coverage of $100,000 with a $25 co-pay for the duration of the program.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates applying for this program must be:
- Between the ages of 18 and 25 at the time of application
- A citizen of Thailand
- A resident of Thailand
- A full-time undergraduate student from college, university, or other institutions of higher learning; or have graduated in the past four years
- Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English
- Not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the United States
For more information, visit https://th.usembassy.gov/call-for-applications-fall-2021-yseali-academic-fellowship/