2013 U.S. EMBASSY-ENACTUS “Young Social Entrepreneur” Program Embassy of the United States
U.S. Embassy Rabat and Enactus Morocco Invites You To Participate as A Young Social Entrepreneur 2013-2014 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Rabat in partnership with Enactus Morocco is encouraging Enactus Students to participate in a program involving women’s cooperatives in the regions of Azrhou, Ain Chgag, Tiznit, Aghmat, Ouarzazate, Chefchaouen and Oujda. The application deadline is Monday, July 22, 2013.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW: Enactus Students who are interested/involved in social entrepreneurship in the areas of women economic empowerment in rural areas are encouraged to apply for this 9 month program which will include training and mentorship components and on the ground activities. The Department of State considers support for women’s empowerment to be a priority. In keeping with this priority, the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy and Enactus Morocco are providing an opportunity for 14 students who are interested in social entrepreneurship to develop their skills and gain mentoring experience while helping women in their communities. As part of the Embassy-Enactus Young Social Entrepreneurs you will receive an intensive training session by experts in social entrepreneurship, business and marketing from the United States and Morocco. You will be asked to volunteer two days a month over a 9 month period to help women’s cooperatives by providing advice and technical support including: how to develop a business plan, marketing, and creating an online presence. Throughout the year, you will benefit from periodic training in mentorship and social entrepreneurship from U.S. and Moroccan experts. You will also receive an honorarium and a small budget to organize programs in support of your cooperatives. At the end of 9 months, volunteers will be recognized in a completion ceremony and receive certificates acknowledging their successful participation hosted by the Embassy and Enactus Morocco. Two of our trainers:
2013 U.S. EMBASSY-ENACTUS “Young Social Entrepreneur” Program Embassy of the United States
Rahama Wright Founder: Shea Yeleen http://www.sheayeleen.org/
Dan Driscoll Founder: The Anou www.theanou.com
2013 U.S. EMBASSY-ENACTUS “Young Social Entrepreneur” Program Embassy of the United States
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS: Ideal candidates for this program should be Enactus students or alumni of U.S. exchange programs with a strong interest in community service and social entrepreneurship. They must possess English proficiency and preferably be studying business and/or marketing, although consideration will be given to students in other fields. Candidates must be prepared to commit to two weekends a month working with women’s cooperatives. In addition, they should reside close to or have projects nearby one of the following seven cities: Azhrou, Ain Chgag, Tiznit, Aghmat, Ouarzazate, Oujda, Chefchaouen. How to apply:
Instructions
1. Complete the application below directly in this document. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 2. Submit your application by e-mail to rabatexchanges@state.gov. 3. In addition to the application, you must submit the following supporting materials: school transcripts and any certificates of academic achievement or additional awards, recommendation from your Enactus Faculty Advisor. Applications must be submitted by e-mail to rabatexchanges@state.gov with the subject name “Embassy Volunteers Program” by Monday, July 22nd. CONTACT For more information, please contact the Public Affairs Section at rabatexchanges@state.gov or call 0537-66-81-87.
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Please type or print your answers clearly. A. Personal Information First Name Middle Name Last (Family) Name Date and Place of Birth Gender
B. Contact Details Permanent Address and City Current Residence (if different than above) Current City Mobile Telephone Home Telephone E-mail
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C. Education Institution
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D. Work and Volunteer Experience (Use additional paper to add more work experience if necessary):
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E. Please list any participation in exchange programs:
Name of Organization and Exchange Program
Places Visited During the Exchange
Program Objectives
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F. Memberships in Associations, Clubs, etc.:
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G. Personal Statement: Why are you interested in this program? Please answer below in 1,000 words or less.