For the United Nations Young Leaders Training Program, applications are now being accepted. Participants in this program gain practical experience working with the UN while also gaining the knowledge and abilities necessary to lead on a global scale. The program comprises a four-week online course on conference diplomacy, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), cosmopolitan communication, and the United Nations. It is offered through UNITAR’s e-learning platform. This adaptable program comprises a 3.5-hour Leadership class and calls for 4-6 hours of learning per week. The program, which aims to improve leadership abilities and knowledge of the UN and International Geneva, is open to everybody interested in international affairs. Below are further specifics.
Country: Online
Financial coverage: Fully Funded
Opportunity Type: Online Courses
Training Program Modules
- The United Nations
- Conference Diplomacy
- Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Cosmopolitan Communication
The course includes reading materials, multimedia files, and opportunities for discussion and idea exchange with fellow participants and UNITAR instructors.
Additionally, the Young Leaders Training program will host 1.5-hour live webinars via Zoom featuring UN experts, covering the following topics:
- Webinar A: The United Nations System
- Webinar B: The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Webinar C: Model United Nations (MUN) Training
- Webinar D: UN Career Development
Eligibility Criteria:
- Open to youth from around the world.
- University students, high school students, and other motivated young leaders.
- Junior professionals from the public and private sectors.
- Senior officials who are young at heart are also welcome to apply.
Benefits:
- Get hands-on experience working with the UN.
- Improve understanding of international subjects such as Conference Diplomacy, SDGs, and the UN.
- hone and improve your leadership abilities.
- Take advantage of flexible online education.
- Make connections with students, teachers, and UN specialists.
- Take part in live webinars given by UN specialists.
- Obtain a formal UNITAR completion certificate.
- Learn about international politics from a global viewpoint.
Deadline: 23rd August 2024
