SOUTHEAST EUROPE YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
This program supports the development of democracy and citizen activism
in the Balkans by providing youth (aged 15-18) and adults (teachers or community
members who work with youth) with a opportunity to participate in projects
focused on civic education, leadership, conflict resolution, and community
activism. The four-week, U.S.-based projects include workshops, hands-on
community service activities, site visits with community organizations, and
discussion groups. Activities are based both in school and in the community
and involve as much interaction with American peers as possible. Homestays
are also important part of the exchange experience.
This regional program has been administered by the Open
Society Institute since 2001. It involves participants from Kosovo, Macedonia, Bulgaria, Romania,
Serbia and Montenegro. For further information, please visit the program's
website: Southeast Europe
Youth Leadership Institute.
The competition for 2005 is over. For further information please visit:
www.debata.org
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