Global
Young Greens are organizing the amazing 3rd GYG Congress in Dakar, Senegal
from 27th to 29th of March 2012. Young Greens from all over the world will
gather to take part in this amazing event that coincides with an ever pressing
need for youth involvement in governmental strategies and environmental
protection. Interested? Here’s the deal…
Who
are we?
Global
Young Greens (GYG) is a global youth network working for ecological
sustainability, social justice, grassroots democracy and peace. Its main
objectives are to empower young people within the framework of participatory
democracy to further the Green principles as outlined in the Global Greens
Charter. The GYG network hosts a Congress every 2 to 3 years to collaborate and
inspire its members.
When
and where will GYG 2012 take place?
The
third GYG Congress will take place in Dakar, Senegal, from the 27th to the 29th
of March 2012 just before the Global
Greens Congress. We already chose a great venue close to the beach, so
don’t miss out, make sure you join us in Dakar!
What
are the Objectives of the Congress?
The
core aims of the Congress are to:
·
Enhance
and empower the network between young green activists and organisations around
the World.
·
Work
on a green vision and an action plan for the Global Young Greens network.
·
Exchange
green skills and discuss about the following topics:
o
Cooperatives
for Poverty Eradication
o
Education
and Health for all
o
Youth
Grassroots Training
o
Women
Empowerment in Africa
What
is the scheduled Program?
Our
Program is still tentative and new workshops are added to the diversity of
activities we’re planning. Here’s a link for
a hint of the GYG 2012 schedule but stay tuned-in for future updates!
Who
can Participate?
Registration
is open to people 35 and under from youth organizations identifying as Green.
Although we would love to provide translation services for our participants, at
the moment we are unable to do so due to financial reasons. Therefore a minimum
level of English skills is required for communication during the GYG.
How
to get there?
That
is your own choice – but of course you should chose the greenest way possible!
We are working on getting a boat from Europe to Dakar, more info here!
In
general, you will have to pay for your own ticket. You can always ask your
organisation or green foundation for support. There are also other
possibilities to fundraise and we will do our best to help you.
How
can I apply and when is the Deadline?
Please
register using the following link.
The deadline to apply is 22.01.2012. Please make sure we receive
your application in time.
What
is the Participation Fee?
The
participation fee is 90 euros for youth from the Global North and 30
euros for those from the Global South. The fee covers accommodation, food,
workshop materials and local transportation.
Can
I apply for Funding support?
The
financing of this event is a joint effort of everybody involved. All delegates
and all organizations represented are expected to actively look for funds and
to contribute as much as they can. Generally, all participants are responsible
for their own travel costs and their participation fee.
Global
Young Greens will have a small central fund that may be used to assist
delegates who need it. You can apply to it while filling the application form
to the Congress. However, this fund is small, so if you really want to attend
the congress, you will need to fundraise on your own with our support!
A
Fundraising Kit explaining how to fundraise by yourself will be available
online very soon and we will send it to all applicants.
Questions?
Don’t
hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or comments: info@globalyounggreens.org
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