Three Dot Dash Conference

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International Youth Council (IYC) is currently seeking for those individuals that are interested in applying for the Global Teen Leaders Program sponsored by the WE ARE FAMILY FOUNDATION. Each year, Global Teen Leaders are nominated to participate in the yearlong Three Dot Dash® initiative from nominations by non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and other qualified organizations that are members of the Three Dot Dash Coalition.

GTLs are chosen for their efforts to promote a more peaceful society by addressing issues related to the basic human needs of food, water, health, shelter, safety, education and the environment and then invited to participate in the yearlong Three Dot Dash initiative.

GTLs must meet ALL of the following requirements to be nominated and to participate in Three Dot Dash:

• Be nominated by a non-governmental organization (NGO), other qualified organization*, or a former Three Dot Dash Global Teen Leader.
• Be between the ages of 13 – 19 at the time of the Summit, October 16 – 23, 2009.
• Must have a demonstrated track record of leadership and have shown initiative within their communities and/or globally that has significantly addressed one or more basic human needs.
• Must currently be working on a project that addresses basic human needs.
• Must speak and write English proficiently.
• Be able to travel to the United States to participate for the entire duration of the Summit, from October 16 – 23, 2009.

what happened at the 2008 just peace summit?

At the 2008 Just Peace Summit, GTLs:

• Shared their experiences, got to know each other, and created a worldwide family of GTLs.
• Learned how to "tell their stories" via multiple media vehicles and distribution methods taught by influential figures from the worlds of film, photography, music, media and communications.
• Created a multi-platform Public Service Campaign that will be distributed in multiple languages globally through TV, online, print and radio in order to promote their work and encourage millions of people to replicate their positive messages and become involved.
• Partnered with a Three Dot Dash Mentor(s), who for the next year will help GTLs strategize and fulfill their action plans to further their projects.
• Received a portion of their stipend that will help fund and expand their projects over the next year.

If you have any questions please contact asha@internationalyouthcouncil.org. Also, if you need the nomination application, please email me asap. Remember, we only have up until January 15th to fill out the nomination application.


Asha Castleberry
Director of Global Partnerships and Finance
International Youth Council
Asha@internationalyouthcouncil.org
www.internationalyouthcouncil.org

International Youth Council

Hello IYC and Friends,

I would like to just mention how proud I am to be part of such an amazing team. IYC has really made some great accomplishments this year. For those members that have put forth so much effort, I want to personally thank you so much for your time.

This year, IYC is the co-founder of the 2008 Global Summit, in San Francisco. I would like to recognize, Esperanza Garcia for her work and commitment in this achievement. At the Global Summit, IYC was able to meet and work with some amazing people from around the world. Also, IYC recruited new members. I would like to welcome: Miguel Toro(Puerto Rico Representative), Chloe Hall (California Representative), Isabella Schilpp (California Representative) Emmanuel Onywera (Kenya representative), and Carla Benson (Philippines Representative).




Also, please check out our logo at the http://www.theglobalsummit.org/. If you are interested in participating the 2nd Annual Global Summit in Los Angelos, California. Please email, Esperanza Garcia at Esperanza@internationalyouthcouncil.org.

New Members:
1) Samuel W. Watulatsu, (Uganda Representative) He is the founder of both Foundation For Development of Needy Communities (FDNC) and Bridges for Innovation (B4!). To learn more about Foundation For Development of Needy Communities, please visit the website. http://www.fdncuganda.org/.

2) Michel Kahandja- (Kenyan Representative) He is the co-founder for Service for Peace-Kenya and assistant Coordinator of Slums Code, Vice President of Foundation of Peace-Kenya. Service For Peace in Kenya is currently working on improving the slums in many local communities in Kibera, Mukuru, Pumwani, and Baba Dogo. If you are interested in helping out Michel, please contact his email at project_kenya@yahoo.com

3) Miguel Toro (Puerto Rico/U.S. representative). He is the founder of Inspire.com. Miguel Toro is a very active spokesman in his community and presents youth leadership seminars.

4) Timonthy Ogene ( Nigerian Representative) is the Earth Charter Youth Co-Representative for Africa and the Middle East and the founder of Youth Action Partners for Development(YAP4D Please visit his website at: www.ogene.wordpress.com/about.

5) Amr Ashraf (Egypt representative)- He is the chairman of Prevent Air Pollution and a member of the Mediterranean Youth Technology Club

6) Michael Redmond (U.S./Baltimore representative)- He is heavily involved in Cross-Cultural Exchanges for the purpose Cultural Understanding and Awareness and launched his new website, please visit it at http://matthewredmond.net/info.aspx

IYC Member’s Recognition:

Samuel W.Watulatsu: (Uganda representative), spokesman at the 2008 World Bank Youth to Youth Conference. Please, Check out his cool presentation below.






Simon Fayard (France Representative) participated at The 2008 Annual Social Entrepenueal in Canada.



Vishnu Vandara (India Representative), participated at the 2008 MDG Global Summit, New Delhi, India. Vishnu participated in a UN video documentary.




Miguel Toro (Puerto Rico Representative)- participated at the World Youth Urban Forum in China.



Administration Business: IYC is right now working on its internal structure. We are looking for a individual that may interested in these important positions.

1) Grant Writer - apply for the Do Something Grant. The Do Something Plum Grant is available to students, age 25 or under, who are social entrepreneurs. You must have recently created a sustainable project, program or organization. One winner is selected every week and winning projects will be highlighted on DoSomething.org.

2) Website Manger


Volunteer Opportunities: IYC needs representatives at these conferences. If you are interested, please email me asap. For the Three Dot Dash Conference, please submit your recommendations for mentors and GTLs.

1) CSU Youth Caucus, New York City- which will be held in May 2009. The CSU will also have a pre-meeting in February. So, if you are interested, please email Asha@internationalyouthcouncil or Simon Fayard, s.fayard@gmail.com

2) We are Family Foundation: The 2009 Three Dot Dash Conference, New York City-
For those who were assigned to fill out your applications. Please hand them in asap.

3) Global Kid’s Summer Institute at The Council For Foreign Relations, New York City

4) 6th Annual Youth Assembly- TBA

5) IMSC study Abroad Session- IYC will put on a presentation for the second time, at the IMSC Study Abroad Session. If you are interested, please email elizabeth.friedrick@gmail.com IYC

Presentation at the 2007 IMSC Conference