preparing global leaders academy (pgla 2015), august 24-30, jordan
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Deadline: July 1, 2015 Open to: participants between the ages of 18 and 35 years old Venue: August 24 – 30, 2015, Amman, Jordan Theodore Schneller School Guesthouse PO Box 340649, Marka, Amman, Jordan 11134 Description PGLA is an intensive one week program taking place in Amman, Jordan. Participants will benefit academically and socially as they work closely with other young leaders from around the world and build enduring relationships. Students will join a distinguished faculty that includes PGLF founder Dr. Sam Potolicchio (Georgetown University, New York University, RANEPA) and Columbia University Professor Dr. Abdul El-Sayed. Dr. Potolicchio was named one of the "Best
Professors in America" by the Princeton Review and the Future Leader of Higher Education by the American Association of Colleges and Universities. Dr. El-Sayed is a former Rhodes and Soros scholar and Global Governance Fellow. Delegates will listen to world-class professors, politicians, diplomats, and other distinguished speakers. They will also participate in a number of simulations including parliamentary, speech-making, diplomatic and business competitions. Delegates will also enjoy trips to the Dead Sea, Petra (one of the Seven Wonders of the world) and other sites in Jordan. Eligibility In order to be considered eligible to apply, you must fulfill all of the following criteria: • be between the ages of 18 and 35 years old; • be linked to an organization or a network (e.g. youth council, youth NGO, not-profit organization, youth-led organization, community organization, faith-based organization, youth network or platform, college, university), or be a social entrepreneur, blogger, intern or volunteer; • possess upper-intermediate English proficiency; • complete at least first cycle of university studies. Costs The tuition of PGLA is 1000 US dollars (USD). This fee includes lodging, 21 meals, transport within Jordan, Wadi Rum camping, Dead Sea events, and the certificate curriculum. Financial aid is available for delegates who cannot cover the full cost. Application 1. Download the PGLA application form: WORD DOC | PDF 2. Fill out the application. Save it along with a copy of your resume (recommended) and letter of recommendation (option) in a single Zip file. 3. Attach the Zip file to an email sent to [email protected]. If you have any questions, write to: [email protected] We are in social media Facebook The official web-page http://www.pgla-jordan.org