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ASEAN Youth Exchange Program 2014Youth LEAD: Lingering the Enhancement of ASEAN Diversity

ASEAN Youth Exchange Program 2014“Youth LEAD: Lingering the Enhancement of ASEAN Diversity”

Background and Program InformationIn the 21st Century conception, the ideal nation state and its borderline has been significantly decreased – focusing rather on whatever required of mankind in order to co-exist, more or less, in peace amidst the society. The acceleration to establish ASEAN Community by the year 2015 has shown much of enthusiasm of the regional commitments in strengthening cooperations across these great nations of ours as we move towards a more integrated community under the pressure of a ticking clock. However, ASEAN has been facing with certain disparities among member countries in terms of political instability, economic recession, poverty gaps, to the rapid shift of cultural norms. ASEAN is therefore in dire need of a firm regional architecture that is ASEAN-centered to intensify efforts towards community-building, broaden and deepen ASEAN’s external relations and strengthen its role as the primary driving force in the existing regional mechanisms. The potential of next generation is seen essential as a future direction in shaping ASEAN regional architecture on a basis of acquiring empirical and practical knowledge to eventually narrow the development gap in ASEAN countries.

YOUTH LEAD thus, has been established as an exchange program, funded by Thai Government under the Innovative Thai-ASEAN Academic Cooperation at Chulalongkorn University (ITACC@CU), in order to reassure of the ultimate commitments towards the integration. As the future generation, the role of youth across the region remains as crucial as ever in contributing to the society, that it goes with no denial nor question of the urge to determine the future of these nations is indeed – in their hands. The works youth has contributed in developing ties and understanding of ASEAN are being observed with amazement of how fast change can come. For the very first time ever, the theme “Lingering the Enhancement of ASEAN Diversity” is selected. Throughout the 11-day program to be held in Thailand, youth participants gathered from 10 ASEAN countries which feature Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, The Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam respectively. They will have an opportunity to take part in group discussions and various kinds of practical activities including community services in order to create a sense of cultural and social awareness, along with the development of leadership and problem-solving skills. Moreover, the youth will be provided with exclusive lectures on ASEAN Integration, bilateral and regional, to international co-operations across the region and related regional issues, as well as a special workshop provided by the National University of Singapore to help them portraying their ideas and initiatives.

The ASEAN community is also known as one of the most diverse regions in the world in terms of political, economic and socio-cultural values. When it comes to the variety of races, languages, religious beliefs and the daily lifestyles of the local communities, they have been misinterpreted via various channels of media and sometimes, perceived with misunderstanding concepts of the so-called alien cultures – making it even more of a challenge for people to merge as one. This project aims to enhance the regional diversity which shall be cherished by its people throughout ASEAN, in order to accept the differences across the region – leading to people-to-people connectivity in ASEAN through

strengthening and developing youth networks on the basis of trust, shared values and mutual understanding at first-hand experience level. In addition, YOUTH LEAD will also instill good attitude and social awareness of the regional development issues in order to ensure genuine people-centered, durable peace and prosperity of the region as we move forward to ASEAN Community.

Eligibility of applicants

1. The funding is open for 10 ASEAN countries citizen.2. Applicants must be between age 18 and 30 years.3. Applicants must have basic knowledge about ASEAN Community.4. Applicants must have a good command in English.5. Applicants must have a passport which is valid at least 6 months(from the date 1

August 2014)

Application procedures (To be further informed)

1. The completed application form and relevant documents must be received within 15 July 2014 (5 p.m. Bangkok time GMT+7) via E-mail: asc.exchangeprogram@gmail.com(Title: Youth LEAD 2014)*** Please be noted that the late submission will not be considered.

2. The selection announcement will be announced on 18 July 2014. Only 120 participants who are selected will be given the confirmation letter via E-mail.

3. To confirm participation in this program, participants must sign confirmation documents and send back to E-mail: asc.exchangeprogram@gmail.comfrom 18 - 19 July 2014 (5 p.m. Bangkok time GMT+7)

4. The activities will be held during 1 - 11 August 2014 in Bangkok, Thailand.

Provision of fundingFull scholarship for participantswhich are including:

1. Round-trip airfaresfor international participants (Economy class)Type A: Fully fundedType B: USD100 supported for those who have failed to accomplish Type A provision.

*** Please note that the funding provision is based on a merit-ranking basis. Individuals with Type A provision will be informed upon acceptance.

2. Local transports3. Accommodations4. Meals

***Any other expenses which are not directly relate to the program are not covered*** The VISA fees for traveling to Thailand is not covered

Documents Requirement

1. Completed application form2. Copy of Passport (valid at least 6 months from the date 1 August 2014)3. Resume or brief bio-data (Optional)

Tentative Program

Day 1 1 August 2014 Dress Code

Arrival of participants SC

Welcoming Dinner

Ice breaking activities C

Overnight in Bangkok

Day 2 2 August 2014 Dress Code

07.00 - 09.00 Breakfast C

09.00 - 10.00 Ice breaking activities

10.00 - 10.30 Coffee break

10.30 – 12.00 Welcoming remarks and Special Lecture

“Introduction to the ASEAN Community”

By Dr. SineenatSermcheep (TBC)

Director of Research Affairs, ASEAN Studies Center

Chulalongkorn University

12.00 – 13.30 Lunch

13.30 – 15.00 Workshop: ASEAN beyond 2015 (Part 1)

15.00 – 15.30 Coffee break

15.30 – 17.00 Workshop: ASEAN beyond 2015 (Part 2)

17.00 – 18.00 Recreational activities

18.00 – 19.30 Dinner

19.30 Overnight in Bangkok

Day 3 3 August 2014 Dress Code

07.00 - 08.30 Breakfast SC

08.30 – 12.00 Institutional visit

12.00 – 13.00 Lunch

13.00 – 18.00 Institutional visit

18.00 – 19.30 Dinner

19.30 Overnight in Bangkok

Day 4 4 August 2014 Dress Code

07.00 - 09.00 Breakfast C

09.00 – 11.30 Group discussion and Cultural Performance

11.30 – 12.30 Lunch

12.30 – 13.00 Free time

13.00 – 13.30 Transfer to Chulalongkorn University SC

13.30 – 16.00 Lecture II

“ASEAN Charter”

16.00 – 17.00 Free time

17.00 – 18.00 Transfer to restaurant

18.00 – 19.30 Dinner

19.30 Overnight in Bangkok

Day 5 5 August 2014 Dress Code

07.00 - 08.30 Breakfast SC

08.30 – 09.00 Transfer to Chulalongkorn University

09.00 – 12.00 Lecture III

“Moving forward ASEAN Energy Market Integration”

12.00 – 13.30 Lunch

13.30 – 17.00 Group Activities

Group A: Energy workshop

Group B: Campus tour

Group C: Recreational activities

17.00 – 17.30 Transfer to restaurant

17.30 – 19.00 Dinner

19.00 Overnight in Bangkok

Day 6 6 August 2014 Dress Code

07.00 - 08.30 Breakfast SC

08.30 – 09.00 Transfer to Chulalongkorn University

09.00 – 12.00 Lecture IV

“People Matters in ASEAN Community”

12.00 – 13.30 Lunch

13.30 – 17.00 Group Activities

Group B: Energy workshop

Group C: Campus tour

Group A: Recreational activities

17.00 – 17.30 Transfer to restaurant

17.30 – 19.00 Dinner

19.00 Overnight in Bangkok

Day 7 7 August 2014 Dress Code

07.00 - 08.30 Breakfast SC

08.30 – 09.00 Transfer to Chulalongkorn University

09.00 – 12.00 Lecture V

“Thailand’s Perspective on South China Sea Issues”

12.00 – 13.30 Lunch

13.30 – 17.00 Group Activities

Group B: Energy workshop

Group C: Campus tour

Group A: Recreational activities

17.00 – 17.30 Transfer to restaurant

17.30 – 19.00 Dinner

19.00 Overnight in Bangkok

Day 8 8 August 2014 Dress Code

07.00 - 09.00 Breakfast C

09.00 – 11.30 Preparation for Cultural Performances

11.30 – 12.30 Lunch

12.30 – 13.00 Transfer to Siam Kempinski Hotel B

13.00 – 15.30 ASEAN Forum

15.30 – 17.30 Cultural Performances

(Perform Alphabetically)

17.30 – 19.00 Dinner

19.00 Overnight in Bangkok

Day 9 9 August 2014 Dress Code

06.30 – 07.30 Breakfast C

07.30 – 10.30 Transfer to Hua Hin

10.30 – 12.00 Institutional visit

12.00 – 13.30 Lunch

13.30 – 14.00 Transfer to Hotel

14.00 – 18.00 Recreational activities

18.00 – 19.30 Dinner

19.30 Overnight in Hua Hin

Day 10 10 August 2014 Dress Code

07.30 – 09.00 Breakfast C

09.00 – 12.00 Group activities

12.00 – 13.30 Lunch

13.30 – 17.00 Group activities

17.00 – 18.30 Recreational activities

18.30 – 22.00 Farewell party

“Beauty and the Beach”

Theme: Beauty and the Beach

22.00 Overnight in Hua Hin

Day 11 11 August 2014 Dress Code

End of the program

Dress CodeCode Description

A Formal (business suit)

Male: Shirt with blazer, Tie, long plants, belt, sock, formal shoes

Female:Shirt with blazer, skirt (or long plants), stockings, formal shoes

B National Costume

Participants must prepare traditional costume which represents the beautiful culture of your country for cultural performance.

C Casual

Male: Shirt, T-shirts, Polo shirts, long pants or jeans, sport shoes or casual shoes

Female: Shirt, T-shirts, Polo shirts, long pants or jeans, sport shoes or casual shoes

The casual clothes must be appropriate with activities of the day.

SC SC - Smart Casual

Male:Shirt, long pants, belt, sock, casual shoes (no sandal)

Female:Shirt, skirt, long pants, stockings, casual shoes (no sandal)