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Paid OIST Graduate School Internship in Japan

Paid OIST Graduate School Internship in Japan

The OIST Graduate School offers education and research opportunities through undergraduate and graduate placements as Research Interns. The deadline is on 15 October 2019.
Prem Sagar, ILEAD

#YTglobal Participants: Prem Sagar Brings Global Learning to Pakistan

The story of Prem Sagar, a young entrepreneur from Pakistan, is a narrative that encourages us to continue our work with young adults around the globe to help them to create and implement their projects, especially those aimed at solving various social issues in local communities. Prem attended our Youth Global Forum back in 2017. Since that time, he has started up his own project related to Education and Development – ILEAD – and on September 18th opening his first Youth Entrepreneurship Summit.
Not Just a Fully Funded Opportunity: Personal Experience with FLEX Exchange Program

Not Just a Fully Funded Opportunity: Personal Experience with FLEX Exchange Program

Some decisions impact your life and change its trajectory so drastically, you look back at them and say “Wow”. Going on the FLEX exchange program was definitely one of them. Here is how you can use your lucky chance and apply too!
“Experience The Different” Program in Croatia

“Experience The Different” Program in Croatia

Youth leaders are invited to develop their competencies in social media, filming and editing videos as part of the “Experience the Different” program in Zagreb from 1 October 2019 – 1 April 2020. All expenses including food, travel, accommodation, and pocket money are covered. The deadline is on 15 September 2019.
Global Engagement Summit in the US

Global Engagement Summit in the US

The Summit is a week-long conference held every April at Northwestern University. The Summit aims to provide opportunities for youth to implement most socially impactful projects in their local communities The deadline is on 15 October 2019. Those who apply by this date will have priority for financial aid and be notified of our decision by the following December 1.
Fully Funded Opportunity: The Yushan Forum

Fully Funded Opportunity: The Yushan Forum

The Yushan Forum: Asian Dialogue for Innovation and Progress (ADIP) is a platform for Asian regional dialogue initiated by Taiwan, with the purpose of expanding multifaceted opportunities for cooperation and facilitating the exchange of ideas, talent, technologies and social initiatives. The event, which also seeks to deepen Taiwan’s partnerships with Asian nations, will feature the attendance of leaders, thinkers, innovators from across Asia, while also invite other like-minded countries to participate in dialogue.
Howard G. Buffett Fund for Women Journalists

Howard G. Buffett Fund for Women Journalists

The IWMF’s Howard G. Buffett Fund for Women Journalists supports the production of ambitious projects and underreported, globally important stories. The deadline is on 5 September 2019.
Summer Schools on Intellectual Property

Summer Schools on Intellectual Property

World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) Summer School provides an opportunity for university students and young professionals to acquire a deeper knowledge of intellectual property (IP), and how it can be used as a tool for sustainable development. Scholarships are available for international participants to the Summer School in South Africa. Scholarships include travel costs. The deadline is on 30 August 2019.

Business Today International Conference for Undergrads

For the past 45 years, Business Today’s International Conference attracts top undergraduate students from across the world to attend an all-expenses-paid three-day conference in New York City. The deadline is 15 August 2019.
Are u planing a startup

Planning a Startup? Youth Summer School’s Tips

In early July, the Youth Time International Movement welcomed the global youth community to the ninth edition of the International Youth Summer School. This year the annual event was held in the capital of southwestern China's Sichuan province, Chengdu. Read highlights from the event.

How to Choose the Best University? A Few Simple Steps

Getting a degree at university is a mini life on its own. Everything that you experience over those couple of years will determine who you become by the end of this journey. So when deciding where to apply, consider the following criteria.

Schwarzman Scholars Program For Master’s Degree in China

Every year, up to 200 Schwarzman Scholars will represent the world’s next generation of leaders — individuals with open minds and limitless potential. The deadline is on 26 September 2019.
Microsoft Research Internship

Microsoft Research Internship

Microsoft Research provides a dynamic environment for research careers with a network of world-class research labs led by globally-recognized scientists and engineers. Researchers and engineers pursue innovation in a range of scientific and technical disciplines to help solve complex challenges in diverse fields, including computing, healthcare, economics, and the environment. The deadline is 21 July 2019.
Theodoor van der Klaauw, IoT

IoT: #YTglobal Expert Theodoor van der Klaauw: Prepare for the Impact of Digital Twins

This year the Youth Global Forum will celebrate its fifth year anniversary. Under the theme of ‘’Industry 5.0 vs Inclusive Development: Where is the future?’’, Theodoor van der Klaauw will join our panel of expert speakers for the first time as he looks to educate and engage participants on ioT (Internet of Things). He has expertise in matters of Industry 4.0 & ioT whilst currently he is a consultant for global powerhouse, IBM. We sat down briefly with Theodoor to get his thoughts on the upcoming Youth Global Forum and to also some advice for the participants ahead of their arrival.
Commonwealth person of the year

Usman Iftikhar, 2018 Commonwealth Young Person of the Year: Discover migrapreneurs

Thanks to Usman Iftikhar, a young Pakistani engineer living in Australia, more than 100 refugees have started 30 businesses and created hundreds of jobs. Usman joined forces with his colleague Jacob Muller and founded a social venture company, Catalysr, that helps migrants and refugees establish startups in different areas. Our work is truly ‘catalytic’ and the biggest reward for us is to see the difference between the people who join our program compared to the fantastic migrapreneurs who graduate – says Iftikhar. Last year, Usman was awarded a top Commonwealth honor in London for outstanding contributions to the community. This recognition came as a welcome boost to his long-term goal, which is to create 10.000 jobs in the next 10 years!

#YTglobal Expert Erik Boer: It’s All About the Right Mind-Set. Don’t Give Up Too...

This year the Youth Global Forum will celebrate its fifth year anniversary. Under the theme of ‘’Industry 5.0 vs Inclusive Development: Where is the future?’’. Joining us in Amsterdam will be the Director of ACE Incubators (Amsterdam Centre for Entrepreneurship), Erik Boer, who will feature on a special panel that will answer your questions on what it takes to become a successful entrepreneur. We sat down briefly with Erik to get his thoughts on the upcoming Youth Global Forum and to also get some advice for the participants ahead of their arrival.

#YTGLOBAL Expert Roger Antochi: The Forum is a Fantastic Opportunity, Don’t Waste It!

This year the Youth Global Forum will celebrate its fifth year anniversary in the city of Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Under the theme of ‘’Industry 5.0 vs Inclusive Development: Where is the future?’’, Roger Antochi will give a presentation on ‘New Employment Opportunities in a Digital Future’’. His community work has been recognised by Sir Richard Branson and Roger was one of 30 people – recognised as the 30 most inspirational Australians – chosen to be painted by famous portrait artist Vincent Fantauzzo. We sat down briefly with Roger to get his thoughts on the upcoming Youth Global Forum and to also some advice for the participants ahead of their arrival.
Vintage VS Modern

Vintage VS Modern: Retro Appliances And Devices Vs. The Modern Ones

One does not lack what one doesn't know about. With the abundance of appliances and devices that are produced today we do not think of the way they became necessities. Let's make a trip to the past and compare some of the previously made devices and how they contrast with the contemporary ones.
Nikhiya Shamsher

Relentless Hero Nikhiya Shamsher: Only 16 and Has Entirely Transformed the Lives of More...

You would have to be a true word wizard to name all the achievements of young Nikhiya Shamsher (16) in one brief paragraph. A thank-you note she received from a girl called Roja has changed her perception of the world. When barely a teenager, at the age of 12, Nikhiya formed an NGO called Women Have the Same Set of Teeth as Men. Its initiative – Bags, Books and Blessings – has helped more than 11000 students from 30 schools to receive school supplies, while another project called Yearn to Learn has provided 115 brand new Science and Math laboratories benefiting more than 12000 young souls. A student whose grandmother has arthritis and cannot climb stairs has made a prototype of a Hydraulic lift, thanks to the laboratory provided by Nikhiya’s NGO. In recognition of all her good deeds, Nikhiya Shamsher received the prestigious Diana Legacy Award at St. James’s Palace last year. She has spent the last 18 months developing and validating a diagnostic method to detect the early risk of oral pre-cancer and cancer in chronic smokers. Her research paper has won the Gandhian Young Technological Award and has been featured in the Harvard University Journal of Emerging Investigators. This girl seems unstoppable…

Youth Summer School in Chengdu: Deadline is Today

Youth Time International Movement is officially opening the application call for Participants for the International Youth Summer School. It will take place in capital of southwestern China's Sichuan province, Chengdu from July 7th -12th this year. Don’t miss the opportunity to spend an exciting week in the center city of Western China, understand youth role in international global markets, and gain invaluable new skills, knowledge and experiences that will serve as a solid foundation for your future international entrepreneurial & professional endeavors along the new silk road.

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