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200 youth from all over the Philippines


5 exciting workshops on sustainable development


3 intensive days of dialogue and interaction with leaders in business,
government, academe and civil society

ATENEO-HARVARD PROJECT for ASIAN and IINTERNATIONAL RELATIONS (HPAIR) UNION



Vision 2020: On the Path to a Sustainable Future National Conference
for Youth 2005



January 14-16, 2005; Ateneo de Manila University Campus




HPAIR is an official international student organization from Harvard
University formed in 1992 with the primary mission of fostering
international exchange and dialogue on political, economic and social
issues that impact the Asia-Pacific region. To date, HPAIR has
organized thirteen (13) annual conferences to bring together top
university students, professors, business leaders, and renowed
statesmen to dialogue on global issues. Past speakers at our
conferences include South Korean President Kim Young Sam, Governor
General of Australia Peter Hollingworth, Singapore President S.R.
Nathan and
Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad.



As the world's first HPAIR network club, the Ateneo-HPAIR Union prides
itself in being part of a diverse network of HPAIR clubs in Germany,
France, Japan, South Korea, etc.
The Ateneo HPAIR Union provides a national avenue for intellectual and
cross-cultural exchange primarily in the form of national conferences
to harness Filipino youth leadership in sustainable development.
Last year, the first Ateneo-HPAIR National Conference brought
together 100 top students for Vision 2020: Designing the Blueprint to
Philippine Sustainable Development.
The national conference was successful in providing a venue for youth
to interact with renowned trailblazers such as business leaders like
Johnip Cua, President of Proctor and Gamble, Emily Abrera from McCann
Erickson, political thinkers such as Senator Leticia Ramos Shahani,
grassroots development workers, environmentalists such as Dr. Sixto
Roxas, government officials and academicians from top research tanks.




The organization intends to continue its mission, raise the level of
discussion and prestige of the National HPAIR Conference for
Philippine Sustainable Development, and envision it to be in the
Philippines what the Annual Global HPAIR Conference is to Asia: a
gathering of the best ideas on development and democratic thought
among the youth.




Our 5 simultaneous workshops will focus on 5 exciting and cutting-edge
topics on a different perspectives to sustainability, with 3 executive
sessions and 1 plenary each:







Politics - Good Governance and Reform: Shaping Change for a Better Future

Society – Social Transformation: Fostering the Empowerment of Civil Society

Economics – Integrating Social and Economic Development: The Key to
Poverty Eradication

Business – Corporate Social Responsibility: Investments for a Sustainable Future

Environment, Science & Technology – Nurturing Human & Environmental
Health: Improving Technology, Lifestyles & Access







Application form, program and schedule attached.
Rolling applications prioritize early




applicants. Extended deadline for application due to requests on
January 5, 2005.




Application forms will be forwarded to corporate partners for
job recruitment


o opportunities after VISION 2020.





For inquiries, contact 09175412292 or e-mail
hpairnatl@yahoo.com

VOICE OF THE YOUTH NETWORK BLOGGER

2nd NOTICE ON THE SELECTION
OF ORGANIZATION FOR THE
NAPC YOUTH AND STUDENTS
SECTORAL ASSEMBLY

Dear Fellow Youth Leaders:

Greetings of Peace and Solidarity!

Pursuant to the Implementing Rules and Regulations of RA 8425: The
Social Reform and Poverty Alleviation Act, we would like to inform
you that we are now in the process of reconstituting the membership
of the NAPC Youth and Student Sector through the 2nd Sectoral
Assembly scheduled later this year.

The Sectoral Assembly is currently being organized to facilitate the
formation of the Sectoral Council composed of 15 to 25 sectoral
leaders for the term 2005-2008 and will be responsible for coming up
with a consensus on anti-poverty programs and policies affecting the
Youth and Student Sector.

Since the Sectoral Assembly seeks to achieve the broadest
representation and participation of the Youth and Student Sector in
the government's anti-poverty efforts, we are conducting a selection
process for the membership of organization to the Sectoral Assembly.

The present Sectoral Council, acting as Preparatory Committee, based
on the following criteria, shall determine the membership of
organization to the Sectoral Assembly:

1. Nature of Organization. Must come from independent
organization, coalition, federation, alliance or network.

2. Base of Operation. Operating either at the national,
regional, provincial, city or municipal level or community and school-
based organizations involved in poverty related programs and projects.

3. Track Record.

Has at least 2 to 3 years track record, duly recognized and
registered with SEC, CDA and other accrediting bodies of National
Government Agencies (NGAs) and/or recognized by credible and
established Non-Government Organizations (NGOs), People's
Organization and/or Religious Institutions working for the Basic
Sector.

Has an Active Participation in advocating and lobbying for the
legislative/executive and/or program agenda of the basic sector and
with concrete achievement in terms of sectoral gains.

Preferably with a strong sectoral and/or cross-sectoral agenda and
with awards/recognition received for their significant participation
and work for the benefit of the basic sector.

4. Representing different perspectives and persuasions as well
as inculcate gender concerns in the organization.

If your organization is qualified base on the said criteria, we urge
you to apply in the 2nd NAPC Youth and Student Sectoral Assembly by
submitting the following requirements:

1. Letter of Intent to Participate in the 2nd NAPC Youth and
Student Sectoral Assembly signed by Head of the organization or it's
authorized officer;

2. Certificate of Registration coming from recognized National
Government Agencies and/or endorsement from established Non-
Government Organization, People's Organization or Religious
Institution stating that your organization has been existing for the
last two (2) to three (3) years and has been active in social reform
and poverty alleviation work.

Endorsement from NGO-PO and/or Religious Institution must be printed
in the official letterhead and must reflect complete contact details.

3. Accomplished Application Form for the 2nd NAPC Youth and
Student Sector Assembly;

4. Other requirements deemed necessary by NAPC Youth and Student
Sectoral Council.

Application for the 2nd NAPC Youth and Student Sectoral Assembly must
be submitted on or before 25 JANUARY 2005 at the following address:

NAPC Youth and Student Sector
Department of Interior and Local Government
3/F Francisco Gold Building, Mapagmahal Street
cor. EDSA, Barangay Pinyahan, Quezon City, 1100

National Anti-Poverty Commission
Youth and Student Sector
3/F ATI Building,Department of Agriculture
Elliptical Road, Quezon City, 1100


For more information, you can contact any members of the NAPC Youth
and Student Sectoral Council in your respective regions or e-mail the
undersigned at gari.lazaro@lycos.com.



In solidarity,




GARRY R. LAZARO
Sectoral Representative
Youth and Student Sector

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Fil-Am youth program
accepting applications
By INQ7.net





INTERESTED parties have until Jan. 14 to submit their applications to the Filipino American Youth Leaders Fellowship Program, which will be held from June 24-Aug. 19, 2005. This is an eight-week summer work program for Filipino-Americans who want to contribute to social development in the Philippines through firsthand exposure, experience and action.

Fifteen to 20 fellows will be chosen to participate in the program in the Philippines, which will include:

· A series of workshops on Filipino culture and history, with visits to selected sites of historical and cultural interest
· A meaningful, relevant work program with a host educational institution, a non-government organization, or a government agency. Fellows will be housed with a Filipino host family in their areas of assignment.
· Documentation by the fellow to enable him/her to impart the experience to other Fil-Ams in the US
· Fellows, upon their return to the US, are expected to extend their fellowship by engaging in activities benefiting the program and the host organizations.

Program cost

The total cost for the program is $1,200, excluding airfare and related expenses. Full and partial scholarships will be available for a selected number of deserving applicants.

Timeline

Application Deadline January 14, 2005
Selection Interviews February 7 to March 7, 2005
Notification of Fellows March 31, 2005
Program Dates June 24 to August 19, 2005

Application information

The fellowship program seeks bright, self-motivated individuals of Filipino heritage, who are proven and emerging leaders committed to ethical and effective leadership.

· Preferably 18 to 25 years of age
· Strong academic performance
· Good communication and interpersonal skills
· Strong personal initiative and motivation
· Desire to make an active contribution to the social development of the Philippines
· Evidence of leadership experience or potential, and meaningful involvement in their community
· Ability to work well independently and within a diverse group
· Willingness to do fellow work anywhere in the Philippines for an eight-week term.
· Willingness to participate in all of the program activities for the specified eight-week term.
· Commitment to post fellow program activities

The application form may be downloaded from the AF-USA website at www.ayalafoundation.org or requested
from tricia@teamlbc.com. Applications must be mailed to the secretariat office by Jan. 14, 2005.

For more information please contact the secretariat office:

Tricia Garcia c/o LBC Foundation
362 East Grand Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080
1-800-338-5424 extension 3024
tricia@teamlbc.com

Or visit the program website at www.ayalafdnusa.org.

This program is sponsored by LBC Foundation and Ayala Foundation USA, with support from Chevron Texaco.