Opportunity to Attend the One Young World Summit in London for young Arabic Leaders

The Middle East’s future is filled with profound uncertainty. The region is host to one of the largest populations of young people, with around 65% of its population under the age of 30. With several countries experiencing the turmoil of war, conflict and sanctions, the Fourth Industrial Revolution could provide a lifeline to this young, eager population. Given their sheer numbers, they have the ability to transform their regions, whether it be in governance, energy, infrastructure, medicine and beyond. 

In the midst of these challenges and opportunities, it is young leaders who are devising meaningful strategies to build a more sustainable region. Are you one of those leaders? If so, One Young World is looking to bring you to the next annual Summit in London.

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Eligibility:

1. Are between the ages of 18 - 30

2. Have an evidenced commitment to delivering positive change

3. Demonstrate capacity for leadership

4. Are addressing key local and/or global issues in your work

5. Have a track record of generating impactful and innovative ideas 

6. Are a national (passport holding citizen) of one of the countries: Afghanistan, Jordan, Palestine, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Yemen, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Saudi Arabia.

The selection process:

The strongest applicants will be shortlisted by the end of May. You will be contacted individually by a member of the One Young World team after if you have been shortlisted. 

1. We cannot guarantee any applicant that they will be shortlisted or that we will secure sponsorship for any shortlisted applicant.

2. Priority will be given to applicants from countries that have been less represented at previous One Young World Summits.

3. Priority will also be given to first-time Summit attendees (not OYW Ambassadors).

4. Due to the overwhelming amount of applications we receive, One Young World is unable to respond to individual emails enquiring about the outcome of the Leading The Middle East selection process.

5. We do not provide feedback as to why candidates are not selected.

What does the Leading The Middle East sponsorship pay for?

1. Access to the One Young World Summit 2019 in London, the United Kingdom.

2. Hotel accommodation on a shared basis between 22 October and 25 October 2019.

3. Catering which includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.

4. Transport between the Summit accommodation and the Summit venue.

5. Summit handouts and support materials.

6. The cost of travel to and from London. Your flight to and from London must depart from and return to one and the same international airport.

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