USIP’s Generation Change program is now accepting applications for Tunisian and Libyan youth (Offre en Anglais) عودة إلى الفرص

• Conflict Management Skills : The program aims to develop the skills of the emerging leaders in conflict management. The core skills of effective communication, approaches to negotiation, and dialogue facilitation central to the Generation Change training.

• Leadership Development Skills : The program aims to strengthen the capacity of emerging leaders to lead and tell their stories. These skills help leaders communicate their mission and vision more effectively, and create healthier and more stable organizations.

• A Dynamic Community of Civic Leaders : To counter the feeling of isolation that is felt by many civic leaders, the program deliberately focuses on creating relationships built on trust so that Fellows are able to turn to one another for guidance and support. The program also offers different platforms (electronic and in person) through which these leaders can connect and build lasting relationships.

Generation Change Fellows are between 18-35 years old. They hold leadership roles within civic organizations and are actively working to build peace in their community. Fellows have earned trust and legitimacy within their community through their demonstrated commitment to their work. They reside in the Middle East and Africa.

About This Training

Generation Change’s Fellowship program provides participants with conflict management and leadership skills and knowledge in order for participants to increase their ability to have a greater impact on their respective communities. This training will provide a space for participants to share ideas, gain new tools, practice constructive conversations, and gain skills to manage conflict nonviolently in their communities. It will also introduce participants to experts in the conflict resolution and leadership development fields. Additionally, the training will enable participants to build a network of civic youth leaders in their region and internationally.

• Sunday, March 13  ————->  Arrive in country (TBD)

• Monday, March 14 ————->  Generation Change Training Day 1

• Tuesday, March 15 ————-> Generation Change Training Day 2

• Wednesday, March 16 ———> Generation Change Training Day 3

• Thursday, March 17 ———–>Depart for home

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