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Showing posts with label GLOBAL. Show all posts
CEU Summer University 2014 - Legal studies
Course details:
1. Mediation Theory and Skills ( 23 June - 27 June, 2014)
Course director:
Lela P. Love, Kukin Program of Conflict Resolution, Benjamin N. Cardozo
School of Law, New York, USA
This intensive one-week course facilitates the exchange of ideas and
cooperative projects among mediation scholars, practitioners, trainers,
and students in the East and West. In addition to offering an introduction to mediation, the program provides a teaching and training template for mediation training for scholars and practitioners from around the world to adapt for use in their home countries. http://www.summer.ceu.hu/mediation-2014
2. Drug Policy and Human Rights ( 14 July - 23 July, 2014)Course directors:
David Bewley-Taylor, School of Arts and Humanities, University of Swansea, UK;
Julia Buxton, School of Public Policy, Central European University, Budapest, Hungary
This course aims to explore the often tense intersection between drug
policy and human rights. Taking place within the broader context of the
UN drug control system, discussion will focus on the identification and understanding of relevant international human rights agreements and on
the evaluation and assessment of the gap between rights and practice in the implementation of drug policies in many countries and regions.
http://www.summer.ceu.hu/drugpolicy-2014
Financial aid is available.
3. Constitution-building in Africa ( 30 June - 11 July, 2014)Course directors:
Markus Böckenförde, Centre for Global Cooperation Research,
Duisburg/University of Giessen, Germany;
Renata Uitz, Comparative Constitutional Law Program, Department of
Legal Studies, Central European University, Budapest, Hungary
The two-week research course intends to tackle complex societal, political and legal problems in constitution-building from an interdisciplinary perspective, informed by field experience. We seek to combine different disciplines (mostly comparative law and political science) and perspectives (comparative governmental systems; electoral systems; decentralization; human rights; comparative constitutional law; good governance; etc) to offer new insights on a classic subject of the highest academic and practical relevance.
http://www.summer.ceu.hu/constitution-2014 Financial aid is available.
4. Strategic Human Rights Litigation ( 21 July - 25 July, 2014)Course director:
Steve Kostas, Open Society Justice Initiative, London, UK
Human rights litigation is one of the methods by which civil society organizations can bring about social change. This course for human rights professionals will develop the skills and knowledge needed to successfully bring cases to the regional human rights systems and the UN
Treaty bodies, and to use those cases to achieve practical change.
http://www.summer.ceu.hu/litigation-2014
Financial aid is available.
Selinger 2010
What is Seliger?
Seliger 2010 is an international project aimed at uniting the world leaders of tomorrow. 3 000 exceptional individuals will come together to build an international network. Participants will find a high-tech collaborative environment, opportunities to learn from leading politicians, academics, and business leaders, and a unique chance to meet and work with people from all over the globe, who are ambitious, intelligent, and enterprising.
Seliger offers:
* A place where one makes lifelong friends and builds strong networks among today’s and future business, political, and academic leaders of the world
* A unique opportunity to interact with intelligent and ambitious youth from across the globe
* A creative collaborative environment where everyone has an opportunity to share ideas, find supporters and investors
* World’s only camp, located in the woods, that combines untouched wild setting and has electric sockets, Wi-Fi access, and its own TV channel
* An unforgettable adventure at a unique well-preserved breathtaking lake eco-system
From 1 to 8 July 2010. Russia. Tver Region. Lake Seliger.
During Seliger 2010 we will build a global team of future decision-makers
Team members are:
* Young, talented, and creative individuals from diverse backgrounds with one passion: making a difference on a global scale
* Interested in learning about Russia, utilizing its potential to drive global innovation and develop mutually beneficial cooperation with the international community
* Entrepreneurial, adventurous, and full of creative energy to develop new ideas, launch new projects, and make intellectual breakthroughs.
Application and more information at www.selinger2010.com
Seliger 2010 is an international project aimed at uniting the world leaders of tomorrow. 3 000 exceptional individuals will come together to build an international network. Participants will find a high-tech collaborative environment, opportunities to learn from leading politicians, academics, and business leaders, and a unique chance to meet and work with people from all over the globe, who are ambitious, intelligent, and enterprising.
Seliger offers:
* A place where one makes lifelong friends and builds strong networks among today’s and future business, political, and academic leaders of the world
* A unique opportunity to interact with intelligent and ambitious youth from across the globe
* A creative collaborative environment where everyone has an opportunity to share ideas, find supporters and investors
* World’s only camp, located in the woods, that combines untouched wild setting and has electric sockets, Wi-Fi access, and its own TV channel
* An unforgettable adventure at a unique well-preserved breathtaking lake eco-system
From 1 to 8 July 2010. Russia. Tver Region. Lake Seliger.
During Seliger 2010 we will build a global team of future decision-makers
Team members are:
* Young, talented, and creative individuals from diverse backgrounds with one passion: making a difference on a global scale
* Interested in learning about Russia, utilizing its potential to drive global innovation and develop mutually beneficial cooperation with the international community
* Entrepreneurial, adventurous, and full of creative energy to develop new ideas, launch new projects, and make intellectual breakthroughs.
Application and more information at www.selinger2010.com
Scholarships for the European Forum Alpbach 2010
Scholarships are available for students and recent graduates up to 30 years of age. We welcome applications from all countries and
academic disciplines. Our main objective is to ensure the participation of many young people in the entire event.
The combination of academic seminars followed by symposiums and short courses on specific topics reflects the special character of the
European Forum Alpbach.
Please take into account that there are different scholarships programmes for the Alpbach Summer Schools on European
Integration and on Health Care and Social System, and that you can apply only either for the European Forum Alpbach or for
one of the Summer Schools.
Deadline for scholarship application: April 16, 2010 (postmark)
Scholarship Value
Usually the scholarship covers tuition fees only. For applicants from Central, East and Southeast Europe, a contribution to the
accommodation expenses and, as an exception, per-diems may also be included.
Travel costs have to be borne by the participants.
Application Requirements
Letter of Motivation
Please submit a one-page text which explains your reasons for the scholarship application. Please give evidence of your ongoing
interest in the contents and topics of the European Forum Alpbach.
The essential features to be included in the letter of motivation are:
a) A critical examination of your ideas and perspectives concerning the European integration process and of the fundamental ideas of
the European Forum Alpbach;
b) A comment on your personal thoughts and ideas about the topics of the current programme.
All applicants composing a contribution to the project “Europe 2057” (see www.alpbach.org/scholarships) will be allowed to limit the
letter of motivation to the personal part (b), if the project contribution is attached to the application.
Curriculum Vitae
The commitment to translating academic knowledge into practical experience should be emphasised.
Certificates and Transcripts
Please attach copies of relevant school and university certificates, as well as copies of relevant certificates and transcripts obtained
during the last academic year, in order to prove your academic progress.
Please note that applications via e-mail will not be accepted!
Selection Procedure
Successful candidates will be chosen taking into consideration the application package mentioned above. The candidates will be
selected by a committee chaired by the Vice-President of the European Forum Alpbach, Prof. Erich Gornik.
Selection Results
The scholarship holders will be informed by e-mail at the beginning of June at the latest. Please make sure to mention an e-mail
address in the application form that is valid from March to August. The European Forum Alpbach disposes of an adequate allocation of
student accommodation and will handle your room booking if you are granted a scholarship. Therefore, it is not necessary for you to
reserve accommodation prior to the announcement of the selection results.
For further information about the scholarship programme please contact:
Franz MAILER
European Forum Alpbach Non-Profit Foundation under Private Law Fon +43 (1) 718 17 11-13
Invalidenstraße 5/7 Fax +43 (1) 718 17 01
1030 Vienna stipendium@alpbach.org
Austria www.alpbach.org
academic disciplines. Our main objective is to ensure the participation of many young people in the entire event.
The combination of academic seminars followed by symposiums and short courses on specific topics reflects the special character of the
European Forum Alpbach.
Please take into account that there are different scholarships programmes for the Alpbach Summer Schools on European
Integration and on Health Care and Social System, and that you can apply only either for the European Forum Alpbach or for
one of the Summer Schools.
Deadline for scholarship application: April 16, 2010 (postmark)
Scholarship Value
Usually the scholarship covers tuition fees only. For applicants from Central, East and Southeast Europe, a contribution to the
accommodation expenses and, as an exception, per-diems may also be included.
Travel costs have to be borne by the participants.
Application Requirements
Letter of Motivation
Please submit a one-page text which explains your reasons for the scholarship application. Please give evidence of your ongoing
interest in the contents and topics of the European Forum Alpbach.
The essential features to be included in the letter of motivation are:
a) A critical examination of your ideas and perspectives concerning the European integration process and of the fundamental ideas of
the European Forum Alpbach;
b) A comment on your personal thoughts and ideas about the topics of the current programme.
All applicants composing a contribution to the project “Europe 2057” (see www.alpbach.org/scholarships) will be allowed to limit the
letter of motivation to the personal part (b), if the project contribution is attached to the application.
Curriculum Vitae
The commitment to translating academic knowledge into practical experience should be emphasised.
Certificates and Transcripts
Please attach copies of relevant school and university certificates, as well as copies of relevant certificates and transcripts obtained
during the last academic year, in order to prove your academic progress.
Please note that applications via e-mail will not be accepted!
Selection Procedure
Successful candidates will be chosen taking into consideration the application package mentioned above. The candidates will be
selected by a committee chaired by the Vice-President of the European Forum Alpbach, Prof. Erich Gornik.
Selection Results
The scholarship holders will be informed by e-mail at the beginning of June at the latest. Please make sure to mention an e-mail
address in the application form that is valid from March to August. The European Forum Alpbach disposes of an adequate allocation of
student accommodation and will handle your room booking if you are granted a scholarship. Therefore, it is not necessary for you to
reserve accommodation prior to the announcement of the selection results.
For further information about the scholarship programme please contact:
Franz MAILER
European Forum Alpbach Non-Profit Foundation under Private Law Fon +43 (1) 718 17 11-13
Invalidenstraße 5/7 Fax +43 (1) 718 17 01
1030 Vienna stipendium@alpbach.org
Austria www.alpbach.org
World Bank Institute Launches Online Game EVOKE, a Crash Course in Changing the World Winners to earn mentorships and scholarships
WASHINGTON, March 3, 2010 – The World Bank Institute has launched an online multiplayer game, EVOKE, designed to empower young people all over the world, but especially in Africa, to start solving urgent social problems like hunger, poverty, disease, conflict, climate change, sustainable energy, lack of health care and education.
Over 4,000 participants from more than 120 countries and territories pre-registered to start playing on March 3. They will be challenged to complete a series of ten missions and ten quests -- one per week, over the course of the ten-week game.
"EVOKE helps players learn 21st century skills to become the social innovators who shape the future,” said Robert Hawkins, a Senior Education Specialist at the World Bank Institute, and Executive Producer for the game. "Top players will also earn real-world honors and rewards, namely mentorships with experienced social innovators and business leaders, and scholarships to share their vision for the future at an EVOKE Summit to be held in Washington DC.”
Players who successfully complete ten online missions in ten weeks will also be able to receive a special distinction: World Bank Institute Social Innovator – Class of 2010.
The project began as a response to African universities' desire to engage students in real world problems and to develop capacities for creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial action that will be the engine for job creation now and in the future.
"An evoke is an urgent call to innovation," says the game's creative director, Jane McGonigal. "When we evoke, we look for creative solutions and learn how to tackle the world's toughest problems with creativity, courage, resourcefulness and collaboration."
Set in the year 2020, the game’s story follows the efforts of a mysterious network of Africa’s best problem-solvers. Each week, as players unravel the mystery of the Evoke network, they will form their own innovation networks: brainstorming creative solutions to real-world development challenges, learning more about what it takes to be a successful social innovator, and finding ways to make a difference in the world.
"In the world of the EVOKE graphic novel, the people most prepared for the problems of the future are the ones who are grappling with them today," says EVOKE story director Kiyash Monsef. "And that's exactly what our players are doing by participating in this game. They're preparing for the future."
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For more information, please visit www.urgentevoke.com
Watch the game trailer at: http://vimeo.com/9094186
KEY FACTS ABOUT EVOKE:
The game is free to play and open to anyone, anywhere.
The game begins on March 3, 2010 and runs for 10 weeks.
Developed by the World Bank Institute, the learning arm of the World Bank (http://wbi.worldbank.org/wbi/), and sponsored by InfoDev (www.infodev.org) and Korean Trust Fund on ICT4D which funds cutting edge projects supporting ICT and sustainable development.
Directed by Jane McGonigal, award-winning alternate reality game director (www.avantgame.com)
Developed by Natron Baxter Applied Gaming (http://natronbaxter.com/)
Art for the graphic novel is by Jacob Glaser (http://www.jacobglaser.com/index.html).
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Over 4,000 participants from more than 120 countries and territories pre-registered to start playing on March 3. They will be challenged to complete a series of ten missions and ten quests -- one per week, over the course of the ten-week game.
"EVOKE helps players learn 21st century skills to become the social innovators who shape the future,” said Robert Hawkins, a Senior Education Specialist at the World Bank Institute, and Executive Producer for the game. "Top players will also earn real-world honors and rewards, namely mentorships with experienced social innovators and business leaders, and scholarships to share their vision for the future at an EVOKE Summit to be held in Washington DC.”
Players who successfully complete ten online missions in ten weeks will also be able to receive a special distinction: World Bank Institute Social Innovator – Class of 2010.
The project began as a response to African universities' desire to engage students in real world problems and to develop capacities for creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial action that will be the engine for job creation now and in the future.
"An evoke is an urgent call to innovation," says the game's creative director, Jane McGonigal. "When we evoke, we look for creative solutions and learn how to tackle the world's toughest problems with creativity, courage, resourcefulness and collaboration."
Set in the year 2020, the game’s story follows the efforts of a mysterious network of Africa’s best problem-solvers. Each week, as players unravel the mystery of the Evoke network, they will form their own innovation networks: brainstorming creative solutions to real-world development challenges, learning more about what it takes to be a successful social innovator, and finding ways to make a difference in the world.
"In the world of the EVOKE graphic novel, the people most prepared for the problems of the future are the ones who are grappling with them today," says EVOKE story director Kiyash Monsef. "And that's exactly what our players are doing by participating in this game. They're preparing for the future."
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For more information, please visit www.urgentevoke.com
Watch the game trailer at: http://vimeo.com/9094186
KEY FACTS ABOUT EVOKE:
The game is free to play and open to anyone, anywhere.
The game begins on March 3, 2010 and runs for 10 weeks.
Developed by the World Bank Institute, the learning arm of the World Bank (http://wbi.worldbank.org/wbi/), and sponsored by InfoDev (www.infodev.org) and Korean Trust Fund on ICT4D which funds cutting edge projects supporting ICT and sustainable development.
Directed by Jane McGonigal, award-winning alternate reality game director (www.avantgame.com)
Developed by Natron Baxter Applied Gaming (http://natronbaxter.com/)
Art for the graphic novel is by Jacob Glaser (http://www.jacobglaser.com/index.html).
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PEACE EDUCATION PROGRAMS 2010 International Essay Contest for Young People
International decade for a culture of peace 2004
Organized by The Goi Peace Foundation and UNESCO
Endorsed by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan
Japanese National Commission for UNESCO, Japan Broadcasting Corporation,
Nikkei Inc., Tokyo Metropolitan Board of Education
The United Nations has designated 2001-2010 as the "International Decade for a Culture of Peace and Non-Violence for the Children of the World" and 2005-2014 as the "United Nations Decade of Education for Sustainable Development." Additionally, 2010 celebrates the International Year of Youth as well as the International Year for the Rapprochement of Cultures. Young people are encouraged to participate in these global initiatives and play a leading role in promoting peace and understanding among all cultures.
Theme:
"MY ROLE IN CREATING A PEACEFUL WORLD"
What is your vision of a peaceful and harmonious world? What can you and the young people of the world do to realize that vision?
Guidelines:
1. Essays may be submitted by anyone up to 25 years old (as of June 30, 2010) in one of the following age categories:
a) Children (ages up to 14) b) Youth (ages 15 - 25)
2. Essays must be 800 words or less in English, French, Spanish or German; or 1600 characters or less in Japanese, typed or printed.
3. Essays must have a cover page indicating (1) category (Children or Youth) (2) essay title(3) your name (4) mailing address (5) phone number (6) e-mail address (7) nationality (8) age as of June 30, 2010 (9) sex (10) school name (if applicable) (11) word count.
Teachers and youth directors may submit a collection of essays from their class or group. Please enclose a list of participants' names and the name and contact information of the submitting teacher or director.
(Entries missing any of the above information will not be considered.)
4. Entries may be submitted by postal mail or e-mail.
(Email entries must be in text or MS Word format, with the cover page and essay sent together as one document.)
5. Essays must be original and unpublished.
6. Essays must be written by one person. Co-authored essays are not accepted.
7. Copyright of the essays entered will be assigned to the organizers.
Deadline: Entries must be received by June 30, 2010.
Awards: The following awards will be given in the Children’s category and Youth category respectively:
1st Prize: Certificate and prize of 100,000 Yen (approx. US$1,000) ... 1 entrant
2nd Prize: Certificate and prize of 50,000 Yen (approx. US$500) ... 2 entrants
3rd Prize: Certificate and gift ... 5 entrants
Honorable Mention: Certificate and gift ... 25 entrants
* 1st prize winners will be invited to the award ceremony in Tokyo, Japan scheduled for November 2010. (Travel expenses will be covered by the organizers.)
** All prize winners will be announced in November 2010 on the Goi Peace Foundation web site (www.goipeace.or.jp) and UNESCO web site (www.unesco.org/youth).
Please send your entries to: International Essay Contest c/o The Goi Peace Foundation
1-4-5 Hirakawacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0093 Japan
E-mail: essay@goipeace.or.jp
* We are unable to confirm receipt of individual essays.
Organized by The Goi Peace Foundation and UNESCO
Endorsed by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan
Japanese National Commission for UNESCO, Japan Broadcasting Corporation,
Nikkei Inc., Tokyo Metropolitan Board of Education
The United Nations has designated 2001-2010 as the "International Decade for a Culture of Peace and Non-Violence for the Children of the World" and 2005-2014 as the "United Nations Decade of Education for Sustainable Development." Additionally, 2010 celebrates the International Year of Youth as well as the International Year for the Rapprochement of Cultures. Young people are encouraged to participate in these global initiatives and play a leading role in promoting peace and understanding among all cultures.
Theme:
"MY ROLE IN CREATING A PEACEFUL WORLD"
What is your vision of a peaceful and harmonious world? What can you and the young people of the world do to realize that vision?
Guidelines:
1. Essays may be submitted by anyone up to 25 years old (as of June 30, 2010) in one of the following age categories:
a) Children (ages up to 14) b) Youth (ages 15 - 25)
2. Essays must be 800 words or less in English, French, Spanish or German; or 1600 characters or less in Japanese, typed or printed.
3. Essays must have a cover page indicating (1) category (Children or Youth) (2) essay title(3) your name (4) mailing address (5) phone number (6) e-mail address (7) nationality (8) age as of June 30, 2010 (9) sex (10) school name (if applicable) (11) word count.
Teachers and youth directors may submit a collection of essays from their class or group. Please enclose a list of participants' names and the name and contact information of the submitting teacher or director.
(Entries missing any of the above information will not be considered.)
4. Entries may be submitted by postal mail or e-mail.
(Email entries must be in text or MS Word format, with the cover page and essay sent together as one document.)
5. Essays must be original and unpublished.
6. Essays must be written by one person. Co-authored essays are not accepted.
7. Copyright of the essays entered will be assigned to the organizers.
Deadline: Entries must be received by June 30, 2010.
Awards: The following awards will be given in the Children’s category and Youth category respectively:
1st Prize: Certificate and prize of 100,000 Yen (approx. US$1,000) ... 1 entrant
2nd Prize: Certificate and prize of 50,000 Yen (approx. US$500) ... 2 entrants
3rd Prize: Certificate and gift ... 5 entrants
Honorable Mention: Certificate and gift ... 25 entrants
* 1st prize winners will be invited to the award ceremony in Tokyo, Japan scheduled for November 2010. (Travel expenses will be covered by the organizers.)
** All prize winners will be announced in November 2010 on the Goi Peace Foundation web site (www.goipeace.or.jp) and UNESCO web site (www.unesco.org/youth).
Please send your entries to: International Essay Contest c/o The Goi Peace Foundation
1-4-5 Hirakawacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0093 Japan
E-mail: essay@goipeace.or.jp
* We are unable to confirm receipt of individual essays.
YOUTH FORUM 2010
From 28 June – 1 July 2010, the Global Humanitarian Forum’s Youth Forum will host its second annual event.
Youth Forum 2010 – Young Adults 4 New Results, entitled “Generations taking on the Climate Challenge”, will take place in Geneva, Switzerland.
Youth Forum 2010 will be held simultaneously and interlinked with the GHF’s high-level centerpiece event, the 2010 Forum. Consequently, attendees of Youth Forum 2010 will engage in dialogue and interact with GHF’s high-level participants.
During the four days of Youth Forum 2010, you will have a chance to:
Share your expertise, experience and knowledge with interesting young adults from all over the world
Engage in true intergenerational dialogue with high-level personalities from across global society
Participate in discussion rounds, plenary debates, workshops and brainstorming sessions
Listen to leading young guest speakers from various sectors
Develop new and action-oriented initiatives with the help of a high-tech idea development tool
Enjoy Geneva and its environment through our various social activities… and legendary parties!
We are looking for young people from many different backgrounds! It does not matter if you are a scientist, a musician, a politician or a cook, a young professional or a student. If you are interested in the overarching topic of the event, then we are looking for you!
150 committed and active international young adults between the ages of 18-30 will be selected as participants through an entry-competition that opened on 1 February 2010. The deadline to submit your application is 1 March 2010.
Stay tuned and receive updates about Youth Forum 2010 and the application process through our newsletter, Twitter and Facebook page!
More inrormation and application form at:
site
Youth Forum 2010 – Young Adults 4 New Results, entitled “Generations taking on the Climate Challenge”, will take place in Geneva, Switzerland.
Youth Forum 2010 will be held simultaneously and interlinked with the GHF’s high-level centerpiece event, the 2010 Forum. Consequently, attendees of Youth Forum 2010 will engage in dialogue and interact with GHF’s high-level participants.
During the four days of Youth Forum 2010, you will have a chance to:
Share your expertise, experience and knowledge with interesting young adults from all over the world
Engage in true intergenerational dialogue with high-level personalities from across global society
Participate in discussion rounds, plenary debates, workshops and brainstorming sessions
Listen to leading young guest speakers from various sectors
Develop new and action-oriented initiatives with the help of a high-tech idea development tool
Enjoy Geneva and its environment through our various social activities… and legendary parties!
We are looking for young people from many different backgrounds! It does not matter if you are a scientist, a musician, a politician or a cook, a young professional or a student. If you are interested in the overarching topic of the event, then we are looking for you!
150 committed and active international young adults between the ages of 18-30 will be selected as participants through an entry-competition that opened on 1 February 2010. The deadline to submit your application is 1 March 2010.
Stay tuned and receive updates about Youth Forum 2010 and the application process through our newsletter, Twitter and Facebook page!
More inrormation and application form at:
site
“Enjoy Russian” Russian language school
We know that lots of people are fond of Russia, its language and culture. We also know that not everyone can afford to visit our beautiful country. That’s why we offer SCHOLARSHIPS for studying the Russian Language in Russia for the most motivated applicants for one of the Russian language summer courses at Russian language school Enjoy Russian. So you can apply for the scholarship, covering the tuition fee in our Summer Russian Language Program in July or August 2010.
What do you need to do?
• fill in the application form at our site before April, 5 2010
• imagine yourself as a great writer and write your composition on one of these topics:
o “Adventures of foreigners in Russia: humor story about your traveling round Russia”,
o “What stereotypes and myths about Russians still exist in your country”,
o “Free composition” - you are free to choose your own topic connected with Russia
• send it by email: info@enjoyrussian.com before April, 12 2010
The essay could be written in Russian or in English
Who is eligible?
• any person who has taken not less than 300 hours of Russian language in his home country or abroad,
• any person of the age of 18-35 years,
• any person who is not the citizen of the Russian Federation
• any person whose level of Russian is basic or the first certificat
The decision on the candidate who will get the scholarship will be made by a jury, which consists of 3 members and presented at our site on April, 19 2010
What do you need to do?
• fill in the application form at our site before April, 5 2010
• imagine yourself as a great writer and write your composition on one of these topics:
o “Adventures of foreigners in Russia: humor story about your traveling round Russia”,
o “What stereotypes and myths about Russians still exist in your country”,
o “Free composition” - you are free to choose your own topic connected with Russia
• send it by email: info@enjoyrussian.com before April, 12 2010
The essay could be written in Russian or in English
Who is eligible?
• any person who has taken not less than 300 hours of Russian language in his home country or abroad,
• any person of the age of 18-35 years,
• any person who is not the citizen of the Russian Federation
• any person whose level of Russian is basic or the first certificat
The decision on the candidate who will get the scholarship will be made by a jury, which consists of 3 members and presented at our site on April, 19 2010
2009-2010 Act NOW! National Playwriting Competition
http://now-org.com/get-involved/act-now-playwriting-competition/
Canada’s national playwriting competition on sustainability run by youth that engages young people across the nation to learn, evaluate, innovate and act with a splash of creativity
Do you love writing?
Are you an aspiring playwright?
Are you passionate about the environment?
Do you want a challenge?
Do you have a solution?
The spotlight is on. This is your chance to shine!
Enter with a one-act play on sustainability to win cash prizes and a chance to have your work performed across Canada to more than 10,000 people and aired on Sustainability Television! Partners for this initiative include the UBC Sustainability Office, Terry, and the Playwrights Guild of Canada.
Submission deadline: March 31, 2010
Winners announced on Earth Day (April 22, 2010)
About NOW!
The NOW! Organization bridges people from diverse backgrounds to sculpt innovative, holistic solutions toward social, environmental, and economic
sustainability. Founded in 2006, NOW! is a non-profit organization run by dedicated youth volunteers.
Please visit http://www.now-org.com for more information.
Canada’s national playwriting competition on sustainability run by youth that engages young people across the nation to learn, evaluate, innovate and act with a splash of creativity
Do you love writing?
Are you an aspiring playwright?
Are you passionate about the environment?
Do you want a challenge?
Do you have a solution?
The spotlight is on. This is your chance to shine!
Enter with a one-act play on sustainability to win cash prizes and a chance to have your work performed across Canada to more than 10,000 people and aired on Sustainability Television! Partners for this initiative include the UBC Sustainability Office, Terry, and the Playwrights Guild of Canada.
Submission deadline: March 31, 2010
Winners announced on Earth Day (April 22, 2010)
About NOW!
The NOW! Organization bridges people from diverse backgrounds to sculpt innovative, holistic solutions toward social, environmental, and economic
sustainability. Founded in 2006, NOW! is a non-profit organization run by dedicated youth volunteers.
Please visit http://www.now-org.com for more information.
18th CEPR European Summer Symposium in International Macroeconomics
Roda de Bara, Tarragona, Spain
Deadline: 30 November 2009
Date: 25-28 May 2010
Open to: economists from across Europe and key researchers from outside the region
Scholarship / Financial aid: Funding for all participants' accommodation and meals is ensured
Website: http://www.cepr.org/meets/emo/Guidelines.htm
Email: apietka@cepr.org
Deadline: 30 November 2009
Date: 25-28 May 2010
Open to: economists from across Europe and key researchers from outside the region
Scholarship / Financial aid: Funding for all participants' accommodation and meals is ensured
Website: http://www.cepr.org/meets/emo/Guidelines.htm
Email: apietka@cepr.org
TOL Photo Competition
Theme
The theme of our 2009 competition is “20 Years After the Fall of the Iron Curtain”. We’re looking for photographs that best capture the changes over the past 20 years in Central and Eastern Europe.
TOL Photo Competition
Categories
You can enter your photographs under four categories:
- Democracy and politics
- Industry and economy
- Everyday life
- Landscapes and cityscapes
The best entries will be published on the TOL website. If you're looking for some some inspiration, have a look at TOL’s special ‘20 Years After’ website
Prizes
There will be one first prize and three prizes for runners up.
- First prize €200
- Runners up €50
Eligibility
The competition is open to everyone, of all ages and from all countries. Entries from amateurs and professionals are equally welcome. Each entrant may submit up to four photographs, but no entrant may win more than one prize.
Format for entries
(1) Photographs must be submitted in digital format, as a JPEG file no larger than 3MB, and sent to photo@tol.org. (If you experience problems sending your picture via email, you can also send it to the address below on a CD-Rom with your name and email on the disc)
(2) Each entrant must submit their full name and contact details: address, email address, telephone number.
(3) Entries should have a short description of what the image shows, its location, the date it was taken and why it is relevant to the competition.
Rights
By entering the competition, you agree that you own the rights to the photographs that you submit. Transitions (TOL) recognizes that you own the copyright to your pictures. But by submitting your photographs you agree that TOL has the right to publish the photos on its website and at its events free of charge, as long as it credits you as the photographer.
Closing date
The closing date is December 13, 2009. The winners will be announced within 30 days of the closing date.
Organizer
The competition is organized by Transitions o.s. (TOL), Baranova 33, 130 00 Prague 3, Czech Republic.
We’re looking forward to receiving your photos!
The TOL Photo Competition Team
The theme of our 2009 competition is “20 Years After the Fall of the Iron Curtain”. We’re looking for photographs that best capture the changes over the past 20 years in Central and Eastern Europe.
TOL Photo Competition
Categories
You can enter your photographs under four categories:
- Democracy and politics
- Industry and economy
- Everyday life
- Landscapes and cityscapes
The best entries will be published on the TOL website. If you're looking for some some inspiration, have a look at TOL’s special ‘20 Years After’ website
Prizes
There will be one first prize and three prizes for runners up.
- First prize €200
- Runners up €50
Eligibility
The competition is open to everyone, of all ages and from all countries. Entries from amateurs and professionals are equally welcome. Each entrant may submit up to four photographs, but no entrant may win more than one prize.
Format for entries
(1) Photographs must be submitted in digital format, as a JPEG file no larger than 3MB, and sent to photo@tol.org. (If you experience problems sending your picture via email, you can also send it to the address below on a CD-Rom with your name and email on the disc)
(2) Each entrant must submit their full name and contact details: address, email address, telephone number.
(3) Entries should have a short description of what the image shows, its location, the date it was taken and why it is relevant to the competition.
Rights
By entering the competition, you agree that you own the rights to the photographs that you submit. Transitions (TOL) recognizes that you own the copyright to your pictures. But by submitting your photographs you agree that TOL has the right to publish the photos on its website and at its events free of charge, as long as it credits you as the photographer.
Closing date
The closing date is December 13, 2009. The winners will be announced within 30 days of the closing date.
Organizer
The competition is organized by Transitions o.s. (TOL), Baranova 33, 130 00 Prague 3, Czech Republic.
We’re looking forward to receiving your photos!
The TOL Photo Competition Team
Living the network life
an invitation from the Programme Committee
On behalf of the Programme Committee, it is my pleasure to invite you to the 26th annual TERENA Networking Conference, in Vilnius from 31 May to 3 June 2010, hosted by LITNET, the Academic and Research Network in Lithuania.
Networks are a crucial tool in supporting research and education as well as our economy and society – they provide a competitive advantage for those that use them effectively and reshape our professional and personal lives in countless ways.
Network lifestyles differ from generation to generation, from person to person. Virtual organisations and new forms of collaboration have changed the nature of our interactions. Sensible security and social measures are critical to ensure our well-being in the electronic environment.
When accessing on-line resources, we use our network identity to prove who we are and what we are entitled to do. Trusted and coherent authentication and authorisation systems that are administered locally must be made to interoperate in a way that is globally understood.
The power of a network lies in the services and applications that are offered over the network infrastructure, enabling us to work, learn and play. Without them, the network is of little to no value. Media and content delivery, e-learning and e-research have challenged the paradigms of the research and education community. Grids, cloud computing and storage offer new tools for increasingly demanding applications.
All of this cannot be achieved without a supporting infrastructure to provide an efficient data transport system. To deliver on the users' service requirements, the network infrastructure must constantly evolve with new network technology, network management and network concepts.
These challenges are addressed by leading-edge technologies and innovative services implemented in the multi-domain realm of the research and education networks.
TERENA conferences have been at the heart of developments in European research and education networking for more than two decades. Network and application experts, end-users and corporate partners gather there to share views and lend a hand in shaping the future of networking.
I look forward to meeting you in Vilnius and discovering your network lifestyle.
Signature Programme Committee Chair
Jean-Paul Le Guigner
TNC 2010 Programme Committee Chair
On behalf of the Programme Committee, it is my pleasure to invite you to the 26th annual TERENA Networking Conference, in Vilnius from 31 May to 3 June 2010, hosted by LITNET, the Academic and Research Network in Lithuania.
Networks are a crucial tool in supporting research and education as well as our economy and society – they provide a competitive advantage for those that use them effectively and reshape our professional and personal lives in countless ways.
Network lifestyles differ from generation to generation, from person to person. Virtual organisations and new forms of collaboration have changed the nature of our interactions. Sensible security and social measures are critical to ensure our well-being in the electronic environment.
When accessing on-line resources, we use our network identity to prove who we are and what we are entitled to do. Trusted and coherent authentication and authorisation systems that are administered locally must be made to interoperate in a way that is globally understood.
The power of a network lies in the services and applications that are offered over the network infrastructure, enabling us to work, learn and play. Without them, the network is of little to no value. Media and content delivery, e-learning and e-research have challenged the paradigms of the research and education community. Grids, cloud computing and storage offer new tools for increasingly demanding applications.
All of this cannot be achieved without a supporting infrastructure to provide an efficient data transport system. To deliver on the users' service requirements, the network infrastructure must constantly evolve with new network technology, network management and network concepts.
These challenges are addressed by leading-edge technologies and innovative services implemented in the multi-domain realm of the research and education networks.
TERENA conferences have been at the heart of developments in European research and education networking for more than two decades. Network and application experts, end-users and corporate partners gather there to share views and lend a hand in shaping the future of networking.
I look forward to meeting you in Vilnius and discovering your network lifestyle.
Signature Programme Committee Chair
Jean-Paul Le Guigner
TNC 2010 Programme Committee Chair
Latin America, Social Entrepreneurship & YOUth
Our generation has had enough bad news from Latin America that has put us in a pessimistic mood! We don’t want to be “informed” anymore about the extent of corruption, the inability to overcome the poverty trap, sensationalised drug trafficking and organised crime. We actually want to find out what we can do against it together with like-minded young Latin Americans.
This is where Europeans United for Informed Action (EUforIA) comes in. We want to show young people means for an effective and meaningful cooperation, to find solutions to these challenges. Only like this can we find a way out of our passiveness to engage actively in the promotion of sustainable development in Latin America.
Am I needed for this? Yes, YOU are the one we need and you’re not going to be alone at the EUforIA Latin American Youth Summit 2010 (ELAYS ’10)!
From February 26 to 28, 2010, 150 students from all over Europe and Latin America will meet in Geneva for a Youth Summit on Social Entrepreneurship in Latin America. During a three-day interactive conference, Social Entrepreneurship projects from Latin America, that have been selected beforehand, will be presented by young change makers from Latin America. They will be criticised and finally converted into realisable projects. Participants will get the chance to not only help with the development of the projects but also with its realisation after the conference and to assume concrete tasks and responsibilities or even manage them.
Selected students from Latin America will get the chance to participate in the summit. They will be able to share their vision of a more promising future with the European students and present their concrete projects with which they plan to make that future reality. During workshops, panel discussions and group sessions the projects will be presented and substantiated to lay the base for further teamwork.
We want to connect young and motivated people from Latin America that aspire to get involved in the sustainable development of their own society with like-minded students from Europe that would like to join forces with them. We intend to take advantage of these groups’ complementarities such as the need of action, financial possibilities, commitment and competences to create new transnational youth projects.
To make sure that the projects are really realisable we count on the professional advise of social entrepreneurship experts who will help and advise EUforIA and the young social entrepreneurs from the announcement to the selection and the validation of the projects at the actual event. In addition to that, we are looking to offer them some initial financing so they can go straight into action after the event.
In order for the young adults from overseas to get an impression of Europe as a geographical entity a one-week-tour though Europe will precede the conference. Knowing that friendships contribute to a prosperous collaboration, the exchange between the participants should be possible in a more informal setting too. Therefore, we will organize the screening of a Latin American movie and share a night of Latin American dancing and music.
The diverse continent Latinoamérica is on the move. A lot of organisations are involved and work with the government and the population on similar challenges. There are many different ways to get involved for Europeans. However, in many development projects it is just as uncertain as it is difficult to assure acceptable levels of quality and efficiency.
How do I know that I’m not harming the country or the town more than I am actually helping them? How can I make sure that the time and energy I invest will really make a difference? If you are looking for answers to these questions then you best get them yourself at the ELAYS’09 in Geneva!
For more information about the event, applications and/or joining the organization team please contact Nathan and Nayra. Registration for the event will most likeably begin in the beginning of 2010.
This is where Europeans United for Informed Action (EUforIA) comes in. We want to show young people means for an effective and meaningful cooperation, to find solutions to these challenges. Only like this can we find a way out of our passiveness to engage actively in the promotion of sustainable development in Latin America.
Am I needed for this? Yes, YOU are the one we need and you’re not going to be alone at the EUforIA Latin American Youth Summit 2010 (ELAYS ’10)!
From February 26 to 28, 2010, 150 students from all over Europe and Latin America will meet in Geneva for a Youth Summit on Social Entrepreneurship in Latin America. During a three-day interactive conference, Social Entrepreneurship projects from Latin America, that have been selected beforehand, will be presented by young change makers from Latin America. They will be criticised and finally converted into realisable projects. Participants will get the chance to not only help with the development of the projects but also with its realisation after the conference and to assume concrete tasks and responsibilities or even manage them.
Selected students from Latin America will get the chance to participate in the summit. They will be able to share their vision of a more promising future with the European students and present their concrete projects with which they plan to make that future reality. During workshops, panel discussions and group sessions the projects will be presented and substantiated to lay the base for further teamwork.
We want to connect young and motivated people from Latin America that aspire to get involved in the sustainable development of their own society with like-minded students from Europe that would like to join forces with them. We intend to take advantage of these groups’ complementarities such as the need of action, financial possibilities, commitment and competences to create new transnational youth projects.
To make sure that the projects are really realisable we count on the professional advise of social entrepreneurship experts who will help and advise EUforIA and the young social entrepreneurs from the announcement to the selection and the validation of the projects at the actual event. In addition to that, we are looking to offer them some initial financing so they can go straight into action after the event.
In order for the young adults from overseas to get an impression of Europe as a geographical entity a one-week-tour though Europe will precede the conference. Knowing that friendships contribute to a prosperous collaboration, the exchange between the participants should be possible in a more informal setting too. Therefore, we will organize the screening of a Latin American movie and share a night of Latin American dancing and music.
The diverse continent Latinoamérica is on the move. A lot of organisations are involved and work with the government and the population on similar challenges. There are many different ways to get involved for Europeans. However, in many development projects it is just as uncertain as it is difficult to assure acceptable levels of quality and efficiency.
How do I know that I’m not harming the country or the town more than I am actually helping them? How can I make sure that the time and energy I invest will really make a difference? If you are looking for answers to these questions then you best get them yourself at the ELAYS’09 in Geneva!
For more information about the event, applications and/or joining the organization team please contact Nathan and Nayra. Registration for the event will most likeably begin in the beginning of 2010.
Essay competition and workshops Cultural Pluralism Revisited: Religious and Linguistic Freedoms
Cultural Pluralism Revisited: Religious and Linguistic Freedoms
The Irmgard Coninx Foundation is a non-profit-organization aiming at the promotion of public debates on issues relating to transnationality. In order to achieve this goal the Irmgard Coninx Foundation - in association with the Social Science Research Center Berlin (WZB), Humboldt-University Berlin, and the European Association for Education Law and Policy (ELA) - organizes these Berlin Roundtables on Transnationality and awards three-month research grants among the participants of the Roundtables.
Berlin Workshops
Based on an international essay competition, approximately 40 applicants will be invited to discuss their research and ideas with prominent scholars in Berlin. The Irmgard Coninx Foundation will cover travel to and accommodation in Berlin.
Irmgard Coninx Research Grant
An international jury will award two three-month fellowships to be used for research at the WZB, the Humboldt-University and the Berlin State Library. The grant includes a monthly stipend of EUR 1,000 plus accommodation in Berlin.
Application Procedure
Essays to be submitted in English! The jury will only accept unpublished manuscripts.
Participants of the essay competition are required to declare: The essay submitted is the work of only the individual whose name appears on the front page as the author; any parts taken from other sources are appropriately referenced in the essay. No co-authorship will be accepted.
Please submit the manuscript as a word document, no longer than 2500 words total, a narrative biography (250 words), and a CV with publication list (no longer than 400 words).
Every essay must include a two hundred words abstract.
Competition Details
The competition is open to scholars (maximum 5 years after Ph.D.) as well as practicioners and journalists with relevant backgrounds. Essays may address empirical research and/or theoretical issues related to the topic.
Deadline for essay submission: January 15, 2010
more information: Irmgard Coninx Foundation
The Irmgard Coninx Foundation is a non-profit-organization aiming at the promotion of public debates on issues relating to transnationality. In order to achieve this goal the Irmgard Coninx Foundation - in association with the Social Science Research Center Berlin (WZB), Humboldt-University Berlin, and the European Association for Education Law and Policy (ELA) - organizes these Berlin Roundtables on Transnationality and awards three-month research grants among the participants of the Roundtables.
Berlin Workshops
Based on an international essay competition, approximately 40 applicants will be invited to discuss their research and ideas with prominent scholars in Berlin. The Irmgard Coninx Foundation will cover travel to and accommodation in Berlin.
Irmgard Coninx Research Grant
An international jury will award two three-month fellowships to be used for research at the WZB, the Humboldt-University and the Berlin State Library. The grant includes a monthly stipend of EUR 1,000 plus accommodation in Berlin.
Application Procedure
Essays to be submitted in English! The jury will only accept unpublished manuscripts.
Participants of the essay competition are required to declare: The essay submitted is the work of only the individual whose name appears on the front page as the author; any parts taken from other sources are appropriately referenced in the essay. No co-authorship will be accepted.
Please submit the manuscript as a word document, no longer than 2500 words total, a narrative biography (250 words), and a CV with publication list (no longer than 400 words).
Every essay must include a two hundred words abstract.
Competition Details
The competition is open to scholars (maximum 5 years after Ph.D.) as well as practicioners and journalists with relevant backgrounds. Essays may address empirical research and/or theoretical issues related to the topic.
Deadline for essay submission: January 15, 2010
more information: Irmgard Coninx Foundation
Cornell University – 2009 BoP Narrative Esaay Competition
2009 BoP Narrative Esaay Competition – Base of pyramid (BoP)
Learning Laboratory – Cornell University
Introduction: The BoP Learning Laboratory has announced details of its 2009 BoP Narrative Competition. See below for details. The 2009 BoP Narrative Competition has been created to help identify cutting-edge experiences of business innovation in underserved or marginalized communities. Winning submissions must clearly articulate a business challenge that an organization working in low-income communities is striving to overcome, in addition to the resulting business model or initiative. Experiences and business models may be successful or unsuccessful, provided the challenge and solution-attempt is elaborated upon. Organizations highlighted may be either non-profit or for-profit enterprises. Initiatives highlighted should illustrate a unique approach to poverty alleviation through an innovative product, service, technology, or business model.
Criteria: This competition is looking for short essays illustrating BoP enterprises that meet the following three criteria:
They are based on private-sector business models that are locally transformational. In other words, the business creates mutual value, such as capacity building and wealth creation, for both the community and the enterprise. Implicit in this is the expectation that the business will be partner-intensive in an effort to achieve the greatest success.
A strong element of the Triple Bottom Line must be embedded in the business strategy – consideration of the environmental, societal, and economic impacts of the business. There must be motivation displayed to improve the quality of life for the community while simultaneously being sensitive to normative culture. Simply creating economic activity without regard for the local environment, community, or cultural impact is not in the vein of a BoP Enterprise.
There must exist the potential and an aspiration for scale and replication. The inability to grow and expand a business fails to meet the objective of transforming the local society and economy.
Rules: 500-1000 words / Written in English / Microsoft Word or Text format / Double-spaced, size 12 Times New Roman font
Joint authorship is permitted / Each co-author’s personal information must be submitted with the narrative / More than one submission is permitted per person.
Eligibility: Open to all – professionals and students. No geographic restrictions. This competition may be of particular interest to students of business, development, journalism and the social sciences working in unique situations for the summer or exposed to unique experiences in economically challenged areas of the world.
Awards: Submissions will be divided into two categories, Developing Country Businesses and Developed Country Businesses. Winners will be announced on or about February 1, 2010. The winners will be asked to submit a short biography and photo to be used in publicity. The award will be presented to the author(s). We reserve the right not to award all categories in the event that the quality of submissions inadequate.
Judging: Submissions will be reviewed though a double blind process. Judges will be looking at the following criteria when reviewing the submissions: quality of the writing (grammatically correct, logical, etc.); whether or not it is an innovative business model; is it economically viable; and does it take into consideration the social and/or environmental impact of the business; and whether or not it is scalable/replicable in other regions.
Closing Date: 11th October, 2009
Contact:
BoP Narrative Competition
Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise
Cornell University
142 Sage Hall
Ithaca, NY 14853
Email: bop(AT)johnson.cornell.edu
Source: http://www.nextbillion.net/blog/2009/08/29/bop-narrative-essay-competition-announced
Learning Laboratory – Cornell University
Introduction: The BoP Learning Laboratory has announced details of its 2009 BoP Narrative Competition. See below for details. The 2009 BoP Narrative Competition has been created to help identify cutting-edge experiences of business innovation in underserved or marginalized communities. Winning submissions must clearly articulate a business challenge that an organization working in low-income communities is striving to overcome, in addition to the resulting business model or initiative. Experiences and business models may be successful or unsuccessful, provided the challenge and solution-attempt is elaborated upon. Organizations highlighted may be either non-profit or for-profit enterprises. Initiatives highlighted should illustrate a unique approach to poverty alleviation through an innovative product, service, technology, or business model.
Criteria: This competition is looking for short essays illustrating BoP enterprises that meet the following three criteria:
They are based on private-sector business models that are locally transformational. In other words, the business creates mutual value, such as capacity building and wealth creation, for both the community and the enterprise. Implicit in this is the expectation that the business will be partner-intensive in an effort to achieve the greatest success.
A strong element of the Triple Bottom Line must be embedded in the business strategy – consideration of the environmental, societal, and economic impacts of the business. There must be motivation displayed to improve the quality of life for the community while simultaneously being sensitive to normative culture. Simply creating economic activity without regard for the local environment, community, or cultural impact is not in the vein of a BoP Enterprise.
There must exist the potential and an aspiration for scale and replication. The inability to grow and expand a business fails to meet the objective of transforming the local society and economy.
Rules: 500-1000 words / Written in English / Microsoft Word or Text format / Double-spaced, size 12 Times New Roman font
Joint authorship is permitted / Each co-author’s personal information must be submitted with the narrative / More than one submission is permitted per person.
Eligibility: Open to all – professionals and students. No geographic restrictions. This competition may be of particular interest to students of business, development, journalism and the social sciences working in unique situations for the summer or exposed to unique experiences in economically challenged areas of the world.
Awards: Submissions will be divided into two categories, Developing Country Businesses and Developed Country Businesses. Winners will be announced on or about February 1, 2010. The winners will be asked to submit a short biography and photo to be used in publicity. The award will be presented to the author(s). We reserve the right not to award all categories in the event that the quality of submissions inadequate.
Judging: Submissions will be reviewed though a double blind process. Judges will be looking at the following criteria when reviewing the submissions: quality of the writing (grammatically correct, logical, etc.); whether or not it is an innovative business model; is it economically viable; and does it take into consideration the social and/or environmental impact of the business; and whether or not it is scalable/replicable in other regions.
Closing Date: 11th October, 2009
Contact:
BoP Narrative Competition
Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise
Cornell University
142 Sage Hall
Ithaca, NY 14853
Email: bop(AT)johnson.cornell.edu
Source: http://www.nextbillion.net/blog/2009/08/29/bop-narrative-essay-competition-announced
Austrian Student Scholars Conference
October 30-31, 2009
Grove City College will host the Austrian Student Scholars Conference, October 30 - 31, 2009. Open to undergraduates and graduate students in any academic discipline, the ASSC will bring together students from colleges and universities across the country to present their own research papers written in the tradition of the great Austrian School intellectuals such as Ludwig von Mises, F.A. Hayek, Murray Rothbard, and Hans Sennholz. Accepted papers will be presented in a regular conference format (see the schedule below) to an audience of students and faculty. Keynote lectures will be delivered by Drs. Walter Block and Benjamin Powell.
Cash prizes of $1,000, $750, and $500 will be awarded for the top three papers, respectively, as judged by a select panel of Grove City College faculty. Hotel accommodations will be provided to all students who travel to the ASSC to present their papers. Limited stipends are available for travel expenses. Students should submit their proposals to present a paper to the director of the conference (jmherbener@gcc.edu) by October 1. To be eligible for the cash prizes, finished papers should be submitted to the director by October 15.
COntunue reading: HERE
Grove City College will host the Austrian Student Scholars Conference, October 30 - 31, 2009. Open to undergraduates and graduate students in any academic discipline, the ASSC will bring together students from colleges and universities across the country to present their own research papers written in the tradition of the great Austrian School intellectuals such as Ludwig von Mises, F.A. Hayek, Murray Rothbard, and Hans Sennholz. Accepted papers will be presented in a regular conference format (see the schedule below) to an audience of students and faculty. Keynote lectures will be delivered by Drs. Walter Block and Benjamin Powell.
Cash prizes of $1,000, $750, and $500 will be awarded for the top three papers, respectively, as judged by a select panel of Grove City College faculty. Hotel accommodations will be provided to all students who travel to the ASSC to present their papers. Limited stipends are available for travel expenses. Students should submit their proposals to present a paper to the director of the conference (jmherbener@gcc.edu) by October 1. To be eligible for the cash prizes, finished papers should be submitted to the director by October 15.
COntunue reading: HERE
INTERNATIONAL YOUTH LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
Prague, January 4th - 9th, 2010
The 19th International Youth Leadership Conference is a week-long youth forum on world politics, international relations and justice.
In January we will be welcoming 100 students from 40 different countries for an open-minded exchange of diverse perspectives on contemporary global challenges. The IYLC blends social interaction with cultural and academic components to create a cohesive experience that promotes cross-cultural youth participation and socially responsible leadership.
The International Youth Leadership Conference proactively involves its participants in
* Simulation of the UN Security Council Meeting
* International Criminal Court Mock Pre-Trial
* Model European Parliament Proceedings
* Visits to foreign embassies, Senate of the Czech Republic, other governmental and non-governmental institutions
* Group debates and panel discussions on international security and justice, environmental sustainability, non-discrimination, leadership ethics and responsible policy-making
* Meetings and banquet dinners with leading experts, diplomats, politicians and businessmen
Scholarships
In the coming months, Civic Concepts International will be awarding 30 scholarships in a form of substantial conference fee reduction to students who come from unprivileged communities around the world. We hope that these scholarships will enable students from Sub-Saharan Africa, South-East Asia, Middle East, Latin America, the Carribeans, the Pacific and many other regions to attend the 19th International Youth Leadership Conference in Prague.
Application Deadlines
The deadlines for the application rounds this month are September 10th, September 20th and September 30th. Successful candidates will be notified within 5 days after the completion of the corresponding round!
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find out more at: http://www.czechleadership.com
The 19th International Youth Leadership Conference is a week-long youth forum on world politics, international relations and justice.
In January we will be welcoming 100 students from 40 different countries for an open-minded exchange of diverse perspectives on contemporary global challenges. The IYLC blends social interaction with cultural and academic components to create a cohesive experience that promotes cross-cultural youth participation and socially responsible leadership.
The International Youth Leadership Conference proactively involves its participants in
* Simulation of the UN Security Council Meeting
* International Criminal Court Mock Pre-Trial
* Model European Parliament Proceedings
* Visits to foreign embassies, Senate of the Czech Republic, other governmental and non-governmental institutions
* Group debates and panel discussions on international security and justice, environmental sustainability, non-discrimination, leadership ethics and responsible policy-making
* Meetings and banquet dinners with leading experts, diplomats, politicians and businessmen
Scholarships
In the coming months, Civic Concepts International will be awarding 30 scholarships in a form of substantial conference fee reduction to students who come from unprivileged communities around the world. We hope that these scholarships will enable students from Sub-Saharan Africa, South-East Asia, Middle East, Latin America, the Carribeans, the Pacific and many other regions to attend the 19th International Youth Leadership Conference in Prague.
Application Deadlines
The deadlines for the application rounds this month are September 10th, September 20th and September 30th. Successful candidates will be notified within 5 days after the completion of the corresponding round!
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find out more at: http://www.czechleadership.com
United Nations International Student Conference Amsterdam
UNISCA stands for the United Nations International Student Conference of Amsterdam: A unique interdisciplinary course offered by the University of Amsterdam. UNISCA offers you an interesting addition to all university courses by introducing you to the world of the United Nations. The course aims at creating a realistic simulation of a United Nations conference, in which you will be given the opportunity to develop your diplomatic skills on an academic level. The course includes three lecture days in the period October-December 2009 and a conference week that will take place from 8-15 January 2010 We look forward to welcome you as a participant. Register now and earn 10 ECs!
Who
Excellent students with 90ECs and above
Where
Amsterdam
When
The course: October-December 2009
The Conference: 8-15 January 2010
Wanted
Would you like to experience UNISCA from a different point of view, and still earn 10 ECs? Become a Chair for one of the committees during the Conference or make a difference by becoming a journalist and joining the Press Department!!!
Register before the 1st of October 2009!
chek the < a href="http://www.unisca.org/" target="blank">UNISCA site<7a> for further information
Who
Excellent students with 90ECs and above
Where
Amsterdam
When
The course: October-December 2009
The Conference: 8-15 January 2010
Wanted
Would you like to experience UNISCA from a different point of view, and still earn 10 ECs? Become a Chair for one of the committees during the Conference or make a difference by becoming a journalist and joining the Press Department!!!
Register before the 1st of October 2009!
chek the < a href="http://www.unisca.org/" target="blank">UNISCA site<7a> for further information
MICROFINANCE EVENT: Micro Health Insurance Conference 2009, December 2-3, 2009 Organized by Pro Micro Health Insurance (MHI) Africa in Lilongwe, Malaw
Event Name: Lessons Learnt and Lessons to Learn in the Field of Micro Health Insurance in Africa
Event Date: December 2-3, 2009
Event Location: Lilongwe, Malawi, Malawi Institute of Management
See Our Comprehensive Event Calendar Here: http://microfinanceassociation.ning.com/events
Cost:
Conference fee for citizens of Malawi: 2500 MWK
Conference fee for internationals: €50
The conference fee must be paid in advance using bank transfer to the following bank account:
National Bank of Malawi
P.O Box 13, Zomba
A/c Name: Pro-MHI Project; A/c N°: 0141137155500
SWIFT CODE: NBMAMWMW
The registration fee can be waived for Malawians and Internationals who demonstrate need. This fee in part covers lunch and tea as well as one common dinner.
Who Should Attend?
Various microinsurance stakeholders in Africa and worldwide
Summary of Event:
The international Pro MHI Africa team will hold a final conference at the end of their two year project in December 2009 in Lilongwe. The project analyses the efficiency and sustainability of local micro health insurance units in Ghana, Botswana and Malawi. Common research results and general outcomes of the two year project will be presented at the conference and hence new information on the potential, efficiency and sustainability of Micro Health Insurance in Botswana, Ghana and Malawi will disseminated [1].
Event Theme and Topics:
* Challenges of MHI in Africa
* Insurance education
* Internal conditions of MHI
* External context of MHI
* MHI in Malawi
Background on Organizer:
Department for Cooperative Studies of the University of Cologne is an Academic Institution in Cologne, Germany. The department is engaged in research and teaching activities related to cooperative forms of micro finance, including savings and credit services as well as other financial products such as insurance services. Its regions of operation include Latin America and the Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa, and South Asia [2].
Pro MHI Africa is an EU-African university network consisting of a team of researchers from four universities in Botswana, Germany, Ghana and Malawi. The network aims to analyse the potential, efficiency and sustainability of Micro Health Insurance. The Pro MHI Africa team has been conducting a comparative household survey in Botswana, Ghana and Malawi and at the same time developing common teaching and training modules in the field of Micro Health Insurance for university students as well as microinsurance practitioners.
Pro MHI Africa is kindly funded by the ACP-EU Cooperation Programme in Higher Education (EDULINK). A programme of the ACP Group of States, with the financial assistance of the European Union. EDULINK is the first ACP-EU Cooperation Programme in Higher Education. The programme aims to foster capacity building and regional integration in the field of higher education through institutional networking, and to support a quality higher education system that is relevant to the needs of the labour market and consistent with ACP socio-economic development priorities [1].
Registration: The registration deadline for this conference is November 10, 2009. Registration forms can be submitted via fax (+49-221-470 5064) or online. Forms are available at: http://www.microhealthinsurance-africa.org/registration.html.
For additional information, please contact:
Lisa-Marie Rohrdantz
Pro MHI Africa c/o Department for Cooperative Studies of the University of Cologne
Albertus-Magnus-Platz
50923 Cologne, Germany
Telephone: +49-221-470 2646
Fax: +49-221-470 5064
Email: lisa-marie.rohrdantz@uni-koeln.de
Regarding hotel reservations and access to the conference venue, please contact Dr. Winford Masanjala: wmasanjala@chanco.unima.mw or economics@chanco.unima.mw, Phone: +265-999425100 or +265-1951135,
Fax: +265-1525021.
By: Diya Chopra, Research Associate
Bibliography:
[1] Pro MHI Africa
http://www.microhealthinsurance-africa.org/final_conference.html
[2] Microfinance Gateway
http://www.microfinancegateway.org/p/site/m/template.rc/1.11.46865
Event Date: December 2-3, 2009
Event Location: Lilongwe, Malawi, Malawi Institute of Management
See Our Comprehensive Event Calendar Here: http://microfinanceassociation.ning.com/events
Cost:
Conference fee for citizens of Malawi: 2500 MWK
Conference fee for internationals: €50
The conference fee must be paid in advance using bank transfer to the following bank account:
National Bank of Malawi
P.O Box 13, Zomba
A/c Name: Pro-MHI Project; A/c N°: 0141137155500
SWIFT CODE: NBMAMWMW
The registration fee can be waived for Malawians and Internationals who demonstrate need. This fee in part covers lunch and tea as well as one common dinner.
Who Should Attend?
Various microinsurance stakeholders in Africa and worldwide
Summary of Event:
The international Pro MHI Africa team will hold a final conference at the end of their two year project in December 2009 in Lilongwe. The project analyses the efficiency and sustainability of local micro health insurance units in Ghana, Botswana and Malawi. Common research results and general outcomes of the two year project will be presented at the conference and hence new information on the potential, efficiency and sustainability of Micro Health Insurance in Botswana, Ghana and Malawi will disseminated [1].
Event Theme and Topics:
* Challenges of MHI in Africa
* Insurance education
* Internal conditions of MHI
* External context of MHI
* MHI in Malawi
Background on Organizer:
Department for Cooperative Studies of the University of Cologne is an Academic Institution in Cologne, Germany. The department is engaged in research and teaching activities related to cooperative forms of micro finance, including savings and credit services as well as other financial products such as insurance services. Its regions of operation include Latin America and the Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa, and South Asia [2].
Pro MHI Africa is an EU-African university network consisting of a team of researchers from four universities in Botswana, Germany, Ghana and Malawi. The network aims to analyse the potential, efficiency and sustainability of Micro Health Insurance. The Pro MHI Africa team has been conducting a comparative household survey in Botswana, Ghana and Malawi and at the same time developing common teaching and training modules in the field of Micro Health Insurance for university students as well as microinsurance practitioners.
Pro MHI Africa is kindly funded by the ACP-EU Cooperation Programme in Higher Education (EDULINK). A programme of the ACP Group of States, with the financial assistance of the European Union. EDULINK is the first ACP-EU Cooperation Programme in Higher Education. The programme aims to foster capacity building and regional integration in the field of higher education through institutional networking, and to support a quality higher education system that is relevant to the needs of the labour market and consistent with ACP socio-economic development priorities [1].
Registration: The registration deadline for this conference is November 10, 2009. Registration forms can be submitted via fax (+49-221-470 5064) or online. Forms are available at: http://www.microhealthinsurance-africa.org/registration.html.
For additional information, please contact:
Lisa-Marie Rohrdantz
Pro MHI Africa c/o Department for Cooperative Studies of the University of Cologne
Albertus-Magnus-Platz
50923 Cologne, Germany
Telephone: +49-221-470 2646
Fax: +49-221-470 5064
Email: lisa-marie.rohrdantz@uni-koeln.de
Regarding hotel reservations and access to the conference venue, please contact Dr. Winford Masanjala: wmasanjala@chanco.unima.mw or economics@chanco.unima.mw, Phone: +265-999425100 or +265-1951135,
Fax: +265-1525021.
By: Diya Chopra, Research Associate
Bibliography:
[1] Pro MHI Africa
http://www.microhealthinsurance-africa.org/final_conference.html
[2] Microfinance Gateway
http://www.microfinancegateway.org/p/site/m/template.rc/1.11.46865
“The Role of Youth to Establish Peace, Toward a Future World without Violent Radicalization”
Venue: Marbella Hotel, Banten, Indonesia
September 28 to October 1, 2009.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The International Youth Conference is a creative space for 150 talented youth from around countries in the world to share their experiences, thought, awareness and understanding on how to establish peace. This event will be organized by the State Ministry of Youth and Sport of Republic of Indonesia, National Commission of Indonesia to UNESCO of the Ministry of National Education in Collaboration with UNESCO Jakarta Office, Local Government of Banten and West Java Provinces. Theme: “The Role of Youth to Establish Peace, Toward a Future World without Violent Radicalization”
The conference would be held on September 28 to October 2, 2009, in Banten and Bandung West Java, Indonesia. The agendas of the Conference are Seminar, Working Group Discussion, Focus Group Discussion, Fieldtrip, etc.
PARTICIPANT INFORMATIONS
Total participants are expected about 150, aged 18-30 years old from around the world will be selected by the committee. The qualification : interested in peace issues, representative of youth organizations or institutions, have a good command in English to actively participate in discussion, and interested in youth development. The Registration of participants should have been received by the committee before September 11, 2009. (deadline). All participants are advised to submit the duly completed registration forms to the Secretariat by fax +62 (21) 5738150/52 and preferably by email no later than deadline time. Therefore, all detail of flight information should be received by September 17 2009. For registration form could be downloading at www.kemenegpora.or.id.
The committee will cover accommodation, meal, local transport and conference package. The participant should cover international airfare travel expenses and personal expenses: telephone call, telephone call to mobile phone, messages transmitted via telex or facsimile, laundry, other hotel services, etc.
For Accomodation : all participant will be accommodated in Marbela Hotel, Banten Province for 28-30 September 2009 and in Bandung Hotel, West Java Province on 1-2 October 2009.
All participant must register and obtain their identification passes at the Registration Counter. For identification and security purposes, all participants are requested to wear their identification passes at all times during the conference and including for fieldtrip and sightseeing.
TRANSPORTATION SERVICE
The committee will provide transportation from and to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to the Hotel, as well as local transport during the conference.
Arrival/Departure
• Participants are requested to contact the Embassies of Indonesia in their respective countries on the visa requirements.
• Foreign participants for the conference can proceed to the Conference Counter at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, and for their transportation to the hotel will be greeted by a Liason Officer at the airport hall.
• Each participant is responsible for their own baggage collection upon arrival at the airport to the hotel.
• On departure, the participants will be escorted by LOs to the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport of Jakarta.
MEDICAL SERVICES
The Organizer will make every effort to ensure all participants in good health during their stay in Banten and West Java. Hygienic food and clean water will be provided for all meals. Participants requiring special meals such as vegetarian food should inform the Organizer in advance. Food served during the program is halal food. Participants should bring their own medicine, if required, and inform the Organizer of any special medical needs. While general medical services will be provided by the Committee, it is strongly advised that participants make their own arrangements for medical insurance to cover dental, surgical and hospital expenses in case of accident or emergency situations.
LANGUAGE
English will be the working language of the Conference. No simultaneous interpretation will be provided.
DRESS CODE
Due to warm and humid weather in Bandung and Banten, participants are recommended to bring light clothing, shoes, and sun protection lotion. Participants are responsible for their own toiletries and personal health care items. Throughout the program, light and casual clothes are recommended.
ORGANIZERS AND SECRETARIAT
the State Ministry of Youth and Sport of Republic of Indonesia, National Commission of Indonesia to UNESCO of the Ministry of National Education in Collaboration with UNESCO Jakarta Office, Local Government of Banten and West Java Provinces. The Conference Secretariat is :
The State Ministry of Youth and Sports, The Republic of Indonesia
Committee of International Youth Conference 2009
Jl. Gerbang Pemuda No.3 Senayan Jakarta Indonesia 10270
Telephone and Fax : +62 (21) 5738150/52
Email: asdep31@gmail.com This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Mr. Suyadi Prawiro
Telp : +6281392033265
Email : Email: nugwir@yahoo.com This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Mr. Esa Sukmawijaya
Telp : +62 81250991133
Email : esajaya@gmail.com
September 28 to October 1, 2009.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The International Youth Conference is a creative space for 150 talented youth from around countries in the world to share their experiences, thought, awareness and understanding on how to establish peace. This event will be organized by the State Ministry of Youth and Sport of Republic of Indonesia, National Commission of Indonesia to UNESCO of the Ministry of National Education in Collaboration with UNESCO Jakarta Office, Local Government of Banten and West Java Provinces. Theme: “The Role of Youth to Establish Peace, Toward a Future World without Violent Radicalization”
The conference would be held on September 28 to October 2, 2009, in Banten and Bandung West Java, Indonesia. The agendas of the Conference are Seminar, Working Group Discussion, Focus Group Discussion, Fieldtrip, etc.
PARTICIPANT INFORMATIONS
Total participants are expected about 150, aged 18-30 years old from around the world will be selected by the committee. The qualification : interested in peace issues, representative of youth organizations or institutions, have a good command in English to actively participate in discussion, and interested in youth development. The Registration of participants should have been received by the committee before September 11, 2009. (deadline). All participants are advised to submit the duly completed registration forms to the Secretariat by fax +62 (21) 5738150/52 and preferably by email no later than deadline time. Therefore, all detail of flight information should be received by September 17 2009. For registration form could be downloading at www.kemenegpora.or.id.
The committee will cover accommodation, meal, local transport and conference package. The participant should cover international airfare travel expenses and personal expenses: telephone call, telephone call to mobile phone, messages transmitted via telex or facsimile, laundry, other hotel services, etc.
For Accomodation : all participant will be accommodated in Marbela Hotel, Banten Province for 28-30 September 2009 and in Bandung Hotel, West Java Province on 1-2 October 2009.
All participant must register and obtain their identification passes at the Registration Counter. For identification and security purposes, all participants are requested to wear their identification passes at all times during the conference and including for fieldtrip and sightseeing.
TRANSPORTATION SERVICE
The committee will provide transportation from and to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to the Hotel, as well as local transport during the conference.
Arrival/Departure
• Participants are requested to contact the Embassies of Indonesia in their respective countries on the visa requirements.
• Foreign participants for the conference can proceed to the Conference Counter at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, and for their transportation to the hotel will be greeted by a Liason Officer at the airport hall.
• Each participant is responsible for their own baggage collection upon arrival at the airport to the hotel.
• On departure, the participants will be escorted by LOs to the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport of Jakarta.
MEDICAL SERVICES
The Organizer will make every effort to ensure all participants in good health during their stay in Banten and West Java. Hygienic food and clean water will be provided for all meals. Participants requiring special meals such as vegetarian food should inform the Organizer in advance. Food served during the program is halal food. Participants should bring their own medicine, if required, and inform the Organizer of any special medical needs. While general medical services will be provided by the Committee, it is strongly advised that participants make their own arrangements for medical insurance to cover dental, surgical and hospital expenses in case of accident or emergency situations.
LANGUAGE
English will be the working language of the Conference. No simultaneous interpretation will be provided.
DRESS CODE
Due to warm and humid weather in Bandung and Banten, participants are recommended to bring light clothing, shoes, and sun protection lotion. Participants are responsible for their own toiletries and personal health care items. Throughout the program, light and casual clothes are recommended.
ORGANIZERS AND SECRETARIAT
the State Ministry of Youth and Sport of Republic of Indonesia, National Commission of Indonesia to UNESCO of the Ministry of National Education in Collaboration with UNESCO Jakarta Office, Local Government of Banten and West Java Provinces. The Conference Secretariat is :
The State Ministry of Youth and Sports, The Republic of Indonesia
Committee of International Youth Conference 2009
Jl. Gerbang Pemuda No.3 Senayan Jakarta Indonesia 10270
Telephone and Fax : +62 (21) 5738150/52
Email: asdep31@gmail.com This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Mr. Suyadi Prawiro
Telp : +6281392033265
Email : Email: nugwir@yahoo.com This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Mr. Esa Sukmawijaya
Telp : +62 81250991133
Email : esajaya@gmail.com
International Conference of Young Researchers, VII-th edition, November 5-6, 2009, Chisinau, Moldova
International Conference of Young Researchers, VII-th edition
November 5-6, 2009, Chisinau, Moldova
We are happy to invite you to participate in the VII-th International
Conference of Young Researches, which will take place in Chisinau,
Republic of Moldova, November 5-6, 2009. This multidisciplinary meeting
became a good tradition from 2003. Every year this event gather a
greater number of participants and we are glad that it has such
interest of young researches from Moldova and abroad.
Conference topics:
Section I, Biological and Medical Sciences.
Section II, Chemical, Agricultural and Ecological Sciences.
Section III, Mathematical, Physical and Engineering Sciences.
Section IV, Economical and Juridical Sciences.
Section V, Humanistic and Art Sciences.
Registration:
Preliminary registration can be done on-line on the conference web
page - http://pro-science. asm.md/?lang= en&view_conf& co=8&set= link5
The Deadline is September 30, 2009.
Fees:
Participation fee is 30 EURO and includes conference participation,
conference materials, coffee breaks.
Participation fee for Moldovan participants is 100 MDL, and for
participants from New Independent States - 20 euro
Publication:
Abstracts will be published till conference date.
Further details are available at -
http://pro-science. asm.md/?lang= en&view_conf& co=8&set= link1
Please do not hesitate to contact conference secretariat, should you
have any further questions.
We look forward to welcoming you in Chisinau this November.
The International Conference of Young Researchers, VII-th edition is
organized by Moldovan Association of Young Researchers "PRO-Science" .
questions to Valeriu Ciorba, (Head of organizational committee)
E-mail: icyr2009@gmail. com
Web: www.pro-science. asm.md
November 5-6, 2009, Chisinau, Moldova
We are happy to invite you to participate in the VII-th International
Conference of Young Researches, which will take place in Chisinau,
Republic of Moldova, November 5-6, 2009. This multidisciplinary meeting
became a good tradition from 2003. Every year this event gather a
greater number of participants and we are glad that it has such
interest of young researches from Moldova and abroad.
Conference topics:
Section I, Biological and Medical Sciences.
Section II, Chemical, Agricultural and Ecological Sciences.
Section III, Mathematical, Physical and Engineering Sciences.
Section IV, Economical and Juridical Sciences.
Section V, Humanistic and Art Sciences.
Registration:
Preliminary registration can be done on-line on the conference web
page - http://pro-science. asm.md/?lang= en&view_conf& co=8&set= link5
The Deadline is September 30, 2009.
Fees:
Participation fee is 30 EURO and includes conference participation,
conference materials, coffee breaks.
Participation fee for Moldovan participants is 100 MDL, and for
participants from New Independent States - 20 euro
Publication:
Abstracts will be published till conference date.
Further details are available at -
http://pro-science. asm.md/?lang= en&view_conf& co=8&set= link1
Please do not hesitate to contact conference secretariat, should you
have any further questions.
We look forward to welcoming you in Chisinau this November.
The International Conference of Young Researchers, VII-th edition is
organized by Moldovan Association of Young Researchers "PRO-Science" .
questions to Valeriu Ciorba, (Head of organizational committee)
E-mail: icyr2009@gmail. com
Web: www.pro-science. asm.md
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