The John Smith Trust Central Asia Fellowship Programme 2019
The Embassy is pleased to announce that Applications for the John Smith Trust Central Asia Fellowship Programme 2019 are now open.
The John Smith Trust Central Asia Fellowship Programme 2019
The John Smith Trust Fellowship Programme provides exceptional young leaders the opportunity to explore issues of governance, social justice and the rule of law through a month of workshops, discussions, debates, visits and meetings in the United Kingdom.
The programme aims to inspire and equip young and potential leaders to make a positive contribution to their societies. Applications are open to citizens of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. John Smith Fellows can come from any field, particularly politics, public administration, the media, civil society, law, and business - if a clear link is made to the trusts´ themes. The age band of Fellows is normally 25 to 35 years.
To apply you must:
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speak and write fluent English (preferably having already studied or worked in English)
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demonstrate your potential as a leader in your chosen professional field and your commitment to the positive future development of your country
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demonstrate a clear professional interest in (at least one, and preferably all, of) the areas of good governance, rule of law and social justice
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propose a concept for an Action Plan addressing a policy problem or question of importance in your field of work which you intend to implement on return to your home country, and which will be informed by your experience in the UK
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be prepared to make a substantial commitment if selected as a Fellow: to participate actively in an initial four-week residential programme in the UK and to maintain contact with the John Smith Trust Alumni Network in the long-term
Please read information for applicants and apply as soon as possible. Deadline for applications is 2 June 2019.