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British Council Workshop Grants Russia
Researcher Links Workshops bring together early career researchers from the UK and Russia to make international connections that can improve the quality of their research. There will be 9 awards in total under this call – 5 awards for organising Researcher Links workshops in Russia and 4 awards for organising Researcher Links workshops in the UK. Deadline for applications is on 19th of September.
How To Get Into High Level Conferences: Tips
Have you ever wondered how some of your fellows or peers are selected to attend high level conferences? You see them sharing pictures and impressions from meetings taking place in venues like the United Nations, or hosted by the OSCE PA and jointly with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs & the IOM –International Organization for Migration. You are curious about how to become part of these events, too, and you ask yourself where to begin. Well, let`s find out! NB, these recommendations are based on my personal experience, and the advice presented is not exhaustive is and not limited to the information provided.
Funding For Universities Will Be Cut And Fees Will Rise In Australia
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British Council Grants For Young Artists
British Council is now accepting proposals for New Art new Audiences (nAnA) Grants 2017. This Scholarship program is an annual open call for artists, arts organisations, and art collectives from cities within England, Ethiopia, Kenya, Northern Ireland, Rwanda, Scotland, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, and Wales. nAnA gives an opportunity for artists from these cities to create new art together, and to showcase this art to audiences across these countries. The deadline for applications is on 13th of August.
Made With love, Worn With Soul: Story Of A Young Sydney-based Designer
Sydney-based designer Tania Gnecchi makes incredibly feminine and elegant jewellery. Simple, honest and very gentle, her pieces are real works of art. How difficult is it to design jewellery? How do you find your niche in the business? Do you still dream of becoming a jewellery designer but don’t know how to start? We hope that our interview with Tania will inspire you to launch a new startup.
Secrets And Mysterties Hidden In Old Masterpieces – Last Supper By Leonardo Da Vinci
The historical masterpieces are full of symbols and hidden meanings. Since the circumstances of those times were generally not favourable towards open expression and also since the concepts of the paintings were practically dictated by the buyer, primarily The Church, the masters were forced to use their great diplomatic skills and tactics to imbed their messages surreptitously. There is no just one way to view the paintings. Although dictionaries of symbolism of different eras are available there still exists that intriguing possibility...there might be more to decipher.
UNESCO International Conference on Learning Cities 2017
Young learning city practitioners from all over the world are welcome to apply for the third International Conference on Learning Cities. The main theme of the event is ‘Global goals, local actions: Towards lifelong learning for all in 2030’. The event will be held from 18th to 20th of September in the city of Cork, Ireland. Deadline to apply is August 31st.
Could Millennials Be The Most Complete Version Of Homo Economicus?
The most simple definition of Homo Economicus or the economic man would be that he is a rational person who pursues wealth for his own self-interest. John Stewart Mills defined it as one "who inevitably does that by which he may obtain the greatest amount of necessaries, conveniences, and luxuries, with the smallest quantity of labor and physical self-denial with which they can be obtained."
The Wildlife Volunteer Deliberation
Volunteering has become an increasingly popular activity among globetrotters in the past decade. Whether looking to give something back to a good cause or simply having the desire to boost one’s resume, there are a wide variety of opportunities available. In this article, Leigh Woods, Project Manager at Youth Time provides insight into the murky world of wildlife volunteering. Through his extensive experience working with animals, he lends advice on how to avoid having your good intentions exploited in this progressively unreliable field.
Brodet, Golubtsy Or Gemista – Are You Familiar With Dishes From Different Cuisines?
We love traveling. It’s also a fact with travel becoming easier we go to far away countries and come across people of different cultures. This also throws up opportunities to try out different cuisines and local specialities. It’s a good idea to do away with the familiar and the usual fast food, be a little adventuresome and try out the distinctive tasting local fares on the menus.
Social Media And The Young: A Match Made In Heaven Or Hell?
We have all faced being judged as well as judging others for being social media addicts. The trend of keeping your eyes on the screen emerged a few years back, and it is here to stay. Since smart phones have become widespread, the controversy about their effect on children and youth has become intense. With adults constantly nagging about the negative effects of the increased use of technology, especially social media, one must wander: are they right? Should children and young people be using social media at all, and is there a positive side of the new lifestyle that has become global since the digital era started?
Students Win £1.5m Pledge From University
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How To Capture Stunning Wildlife Images On A Tight Budget
This article is written for aspiring wildlife photographers. In 2013, Leigh Woods, Project Manager at Youth Time International Movement packed up the comforts of a corporate lifestyle to pursue his passion. From the vast African savannahs to the dense jungles of Sri Lanka, he has travelled the globe in pursuit of some the most iconic animals to inhabit the planet. During his experience, he has captured thousands of wildlife images documenting species such as the elusive Asian leopard, the endangered mountain gorilla, and the ocean’s apex predator, the great white shark. In this article, Leigh provides insight into how to build a portfolio of beautiful wildlife photographs on a modest budget.
Lecturer In The Afternoon, Rapper In The Evening. Deep Interview On Education With Czech...
Interview with elements of analysis of modern educational system told by an ordinary Czech fellow. Jakub Studeny is also known under the stage name IronKap. He is a young teacher of computer science and economics and a rapper in the one skin. Back in the day he had worked in the economic department of a large pharmaceutical company in Prague, but he didn’t enjoy that job at all. A successful musician decided to become a teacher and devote part of his life to profession, which, as you know, is something more than just an ordinary job. Basically, we asked Kuba (short for Jakub) about whether anything changes in his looks when IronKap appears as a teacher or if the teaching career influences his popularity in music.
How To Be A Responsible Wildlife Tourist
As the northern hemisphere finds itself rapidly approaching the holiday season, millions of tourists begin flocking toward popular travel destinations across the globe. Whether attracted by jaw-dropping scenery, rich culture, or exotic cuisine, most would agree that exploring new locations can help to broaden the mind and bring added enrichment into our lives.
Exhange Programs: Months Of Fun Vs. Meaningful Experience
Young people today have access to a wide range of programs to study abroad, and the number of them is constantly growing. Studying abroad is a great chance to see how the systems in other countries work, and also to test yourself as a person. A typical list of advantages that come along includes new friendships, experiences, traveling, and so on. As with everything else in life, not even this resists turning into a cliché. The reason is that many perceive a semester or a year abroad as an “academic vacation“. For all of you who are about to go abroad and study as exchange students, take a moment to decide whether you just want months of fun, or a meaningful experience (which doesn’t exclude wild parties).
UNSW Fellowship Program In Australia
Young PhD holder from all over the world are welcome to apply for the University of New South Wales fellowship program. A primary goal of the program is to enhance UNSW research performance by attracting and retaining exceptional researchers at the highest level relative to career stage and supporting them with a unique development and collaboration package and career pathway commitment. Deadline to apply is July 10th.
UN Development Program Communications Internship In UAE
Young people from all over the world are welcome to appy for UNDP Communications Internship in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The internship will benefit the interns in different ways. Students gain an insider’s view to a possible career path and networking opportunities. Above all, internships could lead to a full-time position for that company. Deadline to apply is June 25th.
Not Movie Stunts. The Real Thing!
He’s not your everyday man. Be it the statue of Christ the Redeemer in Brazil, Mount Rushmore in the U.S., the London Eye, or the Forbidden City in China, Thorsten Mowes has cleaned all of these seemingly impossible-to-clean masterpieces and treasures. We have the opportunity to interview him and to learn more about his work.
Youth Employment Programs: Do They Make A Difference?
If you use any search engine and type in „youth employment programs“, you will get a ton of articles, calls for applications, and even feedback blogs on certain programs. The idea of creating special strategies for youth employment has been in the spotlight for decades. One can even say that it is a phenomenon that has come to the forefront with the Millennials. In any case, it is undisputable that billions of dollars, or Euros, are being invested each year in these types of program worldwide, so several questions arise: do they really make a difference, which ones are the most successful, and do they truly make possible a long-term solution to the problem of youth unemployment?
























