Iso Lomso fellowships provide a three-year attachment to STIAS to enable fellows to develop and conduct a long-term research programme of their preference. The aim is to facilitate and support them towards becoming established scholars in their fields. (more…)
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IFFR Trainee Program for Young Film Critics 2021
IFFR recognises the vital importance of film analysis and criticism. That’s why, in 1998, we launched our Young Film Critics trainee programme to support a new generation of young and upcoming film critics.
A group of young and motivated professional film critics from outside the Netherlands are invited to cover our festival. We provide them with the means to sharpen their journalistic practice and explore the wide landscape of independent cinema on offer at IFFR, one of the major international film festivals for press, industry members and audiences.
The programme provides a unique insight into a broad range of programmes on offer at our festival, ranging from films by well-known arthouse auteurs to more experimental and obscure cinematic gems and from art installations and performances to talks and film industry conferences.
In the past editions, IFFR welcomed Young Film Critics from all regions of the world. Last year, at IFFR 2020, we had participants from Australia, Indonesia, Portugal, the United Kingdom and Uruguay.
Trainee programme (5 to 8 candidates every year)
As a trainee, you are part of the editorial team of the festival. You will have meetings with experienced film critics from different backgrounds, cover the festival for your own journalistic affiliation and be part of IFFR’s editorial staff. Of course you will also get to experience the full joy of being at International Film Festival Rotterdam. With the changing media landscape in mind, this year’s programme will put special focus on candidates with mixed talents – next to excellent writing skills, experience in (or great ideas for) audiovisual, audio or other innovative modes of journalism are appreciated.
What you can expect
- Complimentary IFFR 2021 press accreditation
- A partial refund of travel costs when traveling from outside Europe
- A full schedule. IFFR aims at making trainees fully integral to the festival and lets them participate in the delivery of daily festival outlets. The trainees will form a team, hosted by the IFFR Press Office and the festival editorial staff. You get to explore all aspects of IFFR (screenings, exhibitions, Q&A sessions, masterclasses and talks, debates, film industry conferences) as part of the programme and to cover for your own media.
- If your participation is successful and you have published reports that meet IFFR’s standards (both in quality and quantity), you get the opportunity to visit the next edition of the festival as an accredited journalist.
What we need from you
- You are under 30 years of age.
- Fluent command of the English language (written and spoken)
- Demonstrable experience in film criticism (print, video, audio or online media) + storyboard or any creative form of daily reporting
- Addresses the following topics: film review, festival review, Film Industry reports and trends, arts & culture review, masterclasses and talks review
- You’re not yet established enough to profit from privileges such as attending international film festivals outside your country
- You have made an agreement(s) with relevant print and/or online media to publish reports on International Film Festival Rotterdam 2019.
How to apply
To apply for the edition in 2021 we need you to provide us with the following*:
- Motivational letter
- Current CV
- The name and details of an affiliate for which you will cover IFFR 2021
- A recommendation letter of an editor(-in-chief) of that affiliate
- 3 pieces (written, audio or video) of recent work
*Please send all the information in one combined PDF file to internationalpress@IFFR.com
Deadline for submitting is Wednesday 28 October 2020
IFFR’s talent development
IFFR supports film making, film producing and journalistic talent on several levels: the main festival section Bright Future (including competitions for both features and shorts) presents recent works by first and second time filmmakers; the Hubert Bals Fund contributes to film projects in developing countries and co-production market CineMart organises a trainee project for young film producers (Rotterdam Lab) in close collaboration with its partner organisations. Recognising the important role of film criticism to the perception of independent cinema, IFFR organises a trainee project for young film critics.
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Apply to the Atlas Corps Professional Development Programs
Atlas Corps invites social change leaders from around the world to apply for our Blended and In-Person Fellowships and our Virtual Leadership Institute!
Atlas Corps is accepting applications now for Fellowships beginning in 2021. We encourage candidates to apply by October 23 to receive priority consideration.
Eligibility for the Atlas Corps Programs
— Two or more years of full-time professional experience working to address critical social issues;
— Bachelor’s degree or equivalent;
— English proficiency (oral, writing, reading);
— Age 35 or younger;
— Citizens of EVERY country (except the U.S.) are eligible to apply to all our programs.Additional requirements for the Blended Fellowship and In-Person Fellowship in the U.S.:
— Commitment to return to your home country after the 12-18 month Fellowship;
— Commitment to living on a basic stipend that only covers food, shared housing, and local transportation.Additional requirements for the Virtual Leadership Institute:
— Technological capacity to participate in video calls (1-2 per month);
— Availability to commit to 2-3 hours of online activity and assignments per week for 7 months.For more explanation of these requirements, check out our Frequently Asked Questions page.
Application Process
You need to submit only one application to be considered for all Atlas Corps professional development programs. Please indicate on your application whether you are interested in the Fellowship, Virtual Leadership Institute, or both.
Atlas Corps considers applications on a rolling basis, though we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to be considered for programs starting soon. The application is a multi-step process.
1. Application & Selection Board Review
Applicants are required to register for an account and save their login information through our online application system so that they can return to the application at any time.
The application includes a brief eligibility test to determine if applicants meet the basic requirements of our programs. Once applicants pass that initial eligibility test, they will be asked to give information on their passport, travel/visa history, language skills, employment history, professional skills, and social issue areas. They will also be asked to complete three short essay questions.
The application also requires additional attachments:
A. An official transcript or diploma from previously attended universities.
B. Two Recommendations: Applicants are required to submit contact information for at least two recommenders who know them in a professional capacity. Applicants will need to send their requests directly through the application system. Their recommenders will receive an email that asks for a recommendation. More detailed instructions can be found in the online application form.
Applicants may submit the online application before they upload their transcript/diploma and before the recommenders complete their forms. However, applicants will not be able to proceed to the later steps of the selection process until the entire application is complete. At that stage, the Atlas Corps Selection Board will review applications to determine to select strong applicants to move on to the interview stage. The Atlas Corps Selection board includes the Atlas Corps staff and nonprofit sector, government, and business leaders from multiple countries.
2. Selection Board Interview (by invitation only)
Atlas Corps selects top applicants who have the potential to match potential Host Organization placements and/or to qualify for the Virtual Leadership Institute for an interview via Skype with the Atlas Corps Selection Board.
3. Semi-Finalist Status
Applicants that pass the interview stage will be designated a Semi-Finalist for the Atlas Corps Fellowship and/or Virtual Leadership Institute. Semi-Finalists for the Fellowship are eligible to be reviewed by potential Host Organizations for placements based on their interests and skillset and the organization’s needs. Semi-Finalists for the Virtual Leadership Institute are eligible to be invited to participate in the program.
4a. Host Organization Review and Interview for the Fellowship (by invitation only)
Potential Host Organizations submit position descriptions for their available Fellowship positions to Atlas Corps. We search our pool of Semi-Finalists for the top candidates that are the best fit for those positions and forward their applications to potential Host Organizations for a review.
Potential Host Organizations invite Semi-Finalists that best match their positions to conduct Skype video interviews with them, moving on to the Finalist stage. The Host Organization may ask for additional information from the Finalists, such as sample assignments.
4b. Invitation to Virtual Leadership Institute
Atlas Corps selects its top Semi-Finalists to invite to the Virtual Leadership Institute. Candidates must submit a brief interest form that describes their technological capacity, availability to attend sessions, and a leadership challenge on which they’d like to focus. Semi-Finalists can be considered for both the Virtual Leadership Institute and the Atlas Corps Fellowship at the same time.
5a. Selection for the Fellowship
Host Organizations will make their final recommendations to Atlas Corps, and Atlas Corps will notify the selected applicants. After being selected, Atlas Corps will support Fellows making the necessary logistical arrangements to prepare for the Fellowship. For the online component of the Blended Fellowship, Atlas Corps will support Fellows in reaching the technological capacity necessary to complete Host Organization requirements. For the In-Person Fellowship and the U.S.-based component of the Blended Fellowship, Atlas Corps will support Fellows in applying for a J-1 visa in their respective countries.
Semi-Finalists who are not selected by a Host Organization will be notified and may be given the option to keep their application on file for consideration for the next class of the Fellowship. Atlas Corps will continually reassess Semi-Finalists to determine if they are still in consideration for future Fellowship placements. Semi-Finalists MUST update their availability through their account every 2-4 months in order to remain in consideration for the Fellowship and to be eligible to have their application sent to prospective Hosts. Semi-Finalists will periodically receive a reminder email to do so.
5b. Selection for the Virtual Leadership Institute
Atlas Corps selects Semi-Finalists who have successfully confirmed their interest and availability to participate in the Virtual Leadership Institute as Atlas Corps Scholars. Atlas Corps facilitates the enrollment of Scholars into the program.
Timeline
Atlas Corps accepts applications year-round. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible to initiate the review process for the Fellowship and/or Virtual Leadership Institute. When you apply for our programs, you’re not applying for a specific start date or a specific Host Organization. You are applying for the opportunity to be considered by Atlas Corps (and potential Host Organizations) for programs starting throughout the year.
We notify selected Fellows and Scholars approximately 4-8 weeks before the start of any program. Acceptance to a Fellowship class or Institute cohort cannot be deferred to a future start date.
Our Fellow Classes start approximately four times a year (typically January, April, July, and October), and we will continue to monitor health, travel, and visa guidelines to determine when Blended Fellows and In-Person Fellows can come to the U.S.
Atlas Corps will launch its Virtual Leadership Institute with cohorts starting in November 2020 and January 2021.
For More info, visit their website: https://atlascorps.org/apply/
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Call for Projects for the World Heritage Volunteers (WHV) Campaign 2021
The UNESCO World Heritage Centre is pleased to announce the Call for Projects for the World Heritage Volunteers (WHV) Campaign 2021 ‘Fostering Youth Commitment towards World Heritage’.
This Call is an invitation for all interested organizations and institutions to apply for the WHV 2021 Campaign with their proposed projects, and join the selected organizations/institutions of the WHV 2020 Campaign which was postponed to 2021, in light of the global health emergency caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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TWAS Research Professors in Least Developed Countries (LDCs) (1 Month to Deadline)
The objective of the programme is to provide institutions and research groups located in Least Developed Countries (LDCs) with the opportunity to establish long-term links with TWAS members to assist in research activities and advanced training and so help develop the local scientific capacities needed.
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MIT Enterprise Forum Arab Startup Competition 2021
MIT Enterprise Forum Arab Startup Competition (ASC) is a yearly competition initiated by the MIT Enterprise Forum Pan Arab since 2006. This annual competition is designed to empower entrepreneurs and foster an eco-system of innovation and entrepreneurship in the Arab Region. ASC pits entrepreneurs in three different tracks: Ideas, Startups, and Social Entrepreneurship Track. The winning teams are awarded prize money in equity-free funds and benefit from a range of other activities including top tier training, mentorship, coaching, media exposure, and great networking opportunities.
Application Deadline: DECEMBER 15, 2020
Requirements
- To be eligible to apply to the competition, your idea/startup should consist of at least 2 team members, knowing that team member profiles are crucial criteria in evaluating an application.
- Entrepreneurs from all ages may apply.
ASC BOOTCAMPS
An intensive 3-day bootstrapping training program designed specifically for the semifinalist teams of the competition to prepare them for their final pitches. The training is customized for each of the three tracks and covers topics including but not limited to scaling businesses, building business models and value propositions, customer journey mapping, fundraising, and pitching. ASC bootcamps also include the flagship mentorship activity putting the participating entrepreneurs face to face with leading industry experts. Held in a different Arab city every edition, that bootcamps gather over a 100 entrepreneurs and have so far offered top-tier training for a total of 2,400 entrepreneurs.
Benefits
- The winners of the competition are granted equity-free prize money, hence the MIT Enterprise Forum Pan Arab does not have any ownership entitlements to the startup.
- MIT Enterprise Forum Pan Arab will cover the travel expenses for up to 2 members per semifinalist team. The travel expenses covered include flight tickets, accommodation, and transportation from/to the boot camp venue (if needed).
- MIT Enterprise Forum Pan Arab does not guarantee to help with the Visas.
How to Apply
You must apply through our website https://www.mitarabcompetition.com/
- Create an account or log in if you already have one
- Select the language in which you wish to apply with
- Select the track
- Fill out the application form
- Submit the application before the deadline
Note that you may save your application answers without submitting.
Timeline
- SEPTEMBER 29, 2020 Applications open for submissions
- DECEMBER 15, 2020 Deadline for submissions
- JANUARY 14, 2021 Semifinalists announcement
- JANUARY – FEBRUARY 2021 Semifinalists Bootcamp
- MARCH 2021 Virtual conference and awards ceremony
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the MIT Enterprise Forum Arab Startup Competition 2021
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Applications Open for The Future of Work Industry Leaders Fellowship.
The Future of Work Industry Leaders Fellowship is a premier program of The Center for Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Business Management Development (CELBMD) Africa – The Pan African Professional Institute. (more…)
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Impact Hub New Economy Booster Program 2020 for Ghanaians and Nigerians
Come shape the post-COVID-19 economic recovery of Ghana or Nigeria. The New Economy Booster program is a chance to do so!
The goal is to boost high potential solutions or ventures that are already in the market or ready to go-to-market and are creating a positive impact on challenges faced by key sectors in the Ghanaian and Nigerian economies.
Application Deadline: October 9th 2020
This is an opportunity to bring ventures to the next level, advance business skills, receive expert advice, and nourish potential investor relationships. This program has been created by Impact Hub in partnership with the lab of tomorrow and with the support of The German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).
The New Economy Booster is designed to support impact-driven entrepreneurs with both advanced and early-stage ventures, startups, non-profit organizations or initiatives based in Ghana and Nigeria that are contributing to the country’s post-pandemic economic recovery.
We want to boost solutions or ventures in sectors that have been affected by COVID-19, particularly those that are at risk of or have experienced job losses.
In our seven-month tailor-made online program, successful candidates will get a range of customized content and resources to develop and grow their business and network while being guided by a team of local and global experts.
Requirements
Impact-driven entrepreneurs with both advanced and early-stage ventures, high-potential startups, non-profit organizations and initiatives based in Ghana or Nigeria that:
- Identify key economic recovery challenges and opportunities in their local community
- Have the potential to generate a great social or environmental impact
- Are preventing job loss or generating new employment opportunities in industries that are suffering or are at risk of suffering
- Are scalable and are making some revenue or are projected to make some revenue in the near future
- Are already in the market or ready to go-to-market
Those selected to be part of the New Economy Booster will get a chance to:
- Get business coaching
- Receive senior expert advisory and consulting services
- Meet potential investors and have facilitated introductions to fundraising opportunities
- Access personal development and technical skills training
- Get peer support from other participants
- Access partnership building opportunities
- Have an expert in residence helping the project develop
- Work and meet at an Impact Hub space (once lockdown restrictions get lifted)
Criteria
To apply fill out the online form and successful applicants will be chosen by Impact Hub and partner representatives based on the following criteria:
- Impact – The potential recovery of the Post-COVID-19 economy in Ghana and/or Nigeria
- Scalability – The proposed solution has the potential to create local employment opportunities
- Feasibility – The proposed solution is technically and economically feasible
- Team – Commitment of the project team to follow through and collaborate
Phases
Phase 1: Application | 1-monthWe will source 500 innovative solutions, 250 per country, that address the challenges we have identified.
All 500 will receive: Access to our online global community via our Global Connect Membership.
Phase 2: Incubation | 2 months
We will select the top 100 ventures, 50 per country to incubate.
All 100 will receive: 5 hours of coaching, access to resources and connections and an online community to network with that will be tailored just for you.
Phase 3: Acceleration | 4 months
We will select the top 30 ventures, 15 per country to accelerate.
All 30 will receive: Project management and coordination guidance, a tailored diagnostic and development plan and access to a support network to help grow your business.
The program stages will run to a non-linear schedule starting on August 17th 2020 and running until February 2021.
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and high potential participants will be fast-tracked to the acceleration phase.
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the New Economy Booster Program 2020
www.opportunitiesforafricans.com