Lets All Join Youth Leaders Worldwide Contribute To The Success Of The Millennium Development Goals

[Oyelakin Oladayo Taiwo]

Dear All,

The Youth Assembly is an annual gathering of hundreds of young people
from around the world who seek practical ways to contribute to the
achievement of the Millennium Development Goals, global networking
and social entrepreneurship skills as well as meeting with and
contributing to civil society formally affiliated with the United
Nations.
The Youth Assembly is about showing how one person can make a
difference by engaging with the challenges of the present and being an
educated and active citizen.
The Assembly has grown to become a major gathering of young people as
well as specialized, keynote speakers and workshop leaders at the
United Nations. Each year, it provides avenues for students and young
professionals (16-24 years old) to learn about and become involved
with programs that address global and local issues, network among a
large international group in attendance, and become engaged and
empowered to take leadership roles in their communities.
• Three days at the U.N. Headquarters in New York
• Plenary sessions, workshops, networking
• Captivating speakers and workshop facilitators, youth leaders
from around the world
• Three days of leadership training that has been called "Life
Changing"
• A must for anyone interested in U.N. Relations, programs and
goals
Application Procedure
1. Review the terms of participation and the F.A.Q. below.
2. E-mail us with an expression of interest to receive an application
form and other supporting documents.
3. Send us your application and expedite your application processing
fee (USD 95) using details indicated in the application form.
NOTE: the application processing fee is non-refundable, regardless of
whether or not you are accepted to participate in the Assembly!
NOTE: the International Youth Leadership Network is an authorised
partner of the Friendship Ambassadors Foundation, the host of the
Assembly, and will handle applications on its behalf. Once you are
accepted, the IYLN will forward all the details to Friendship
Ambassadors Foundation, which will handle all the arrangements from
there on
Who may apply?
Anyone, between the ages of 16-25, who is seeking information on ways
to contribute to the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals,
networking with global youth leaders, practical information on NGO
development and skills of social entrepreneurship in support of
‘better world’ activities.
Applicants age 16-18 are welcome with chaperone.
Applicants older than 25 are welcome to attend as observers. The
applicable fees and application procedures are the same as for any
delegate.
All delegates are invited to participate in the Leadership Seminar
preceding the Youth Assembly
How much does it cost to participate in the Youth Assembly?
Events in the building of the United Nations during the Annual Youth
Assembly are free of charge, after application and by invitation,
only.
A processing fee ($95 per person) applies to all applications
The application processing fee is non-refundable.
No applications will be considered until payment is received!
Paying the application processing fee does not automatically guarantee
your acceptance to the Youth Assembly. Formal Acceptance Notices will
be issued to all approved applicants.
Note that the application processing fee is not refundable under any
circumstances!
IMPORTANT NOTE: Participants are responsible for their own travel-
related costs (transportation, housing, meals, etc.).
Event organiser will offer safe and inexpensive travel packages that
you can take advantage of, if you wish. These present a safe and
inexpensive opportunity for those new to New York City to enjoy and
get acquainted with this special destination, and attend evening and
social programs, too. Walking tours, shows, special events and meals;
Little Italy, Chinatown, the Cloisters, Broadway and more! Also prior
to the Youth Assembly, we invite you to join us for a stimulating
Leadership Retreat. E-mail us to receive more information.
Find in the attachment some fund raising tips that could help you get
funding to participat, Hope to see you all in New York.

For more information please visit:
http://iyln.org/participating-programmes/annual-youth-assembly-at-the-united-nations
Thanks

Oyelakin Taiwo
Outreach Working Group Coordinator
International Youth Council
Skype ID: oyelakin.taiwo
Tel+2347062199449