Humanitarian Affairs UK and the United Nations Development Program ( UNDP ) would like to extend an invitation to 5 Outstanding Student Leaders, from American International University - Bangladesh, to attend the 8th University Scholars Leadership Symposium ( USLS ) at the United Nations from August 1st to 7th, 2017. More information about the program, speakers and fees of the Symposium can be obtained from the  USLS Website  or from the United Nations webpage at: UN Relief web.

The theme of the Symposium is “Building LIFE, Giving HOPE”. We are expecting about 1,000 emerging world leaders from the United Nations Member States to participate in this event which focuses on developing leaders to bring social change.

To allow delegates to achieve a higher level of engagement with the world’s largest humanitarian agency – the United Nations; we have secured 12 UN agencies as our Strategic Partners, and they will showcase their works at the University Scholars Leadership Symposium ( USLS ) as exhibitions and others will lead workshops discussions themed after the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). Below are the 5 selected SDGs goals at the conference : 

The USLS is a week-long Leadership Conference in Social Development for young leaders from all over the world. The purpose is to instil a sense of social responsibility as well as to cultivate the attributes of selfless giving among our emerging world leaders. The participants will learn what it means to give back to the community and be challenged to respond to the needs of the marginalized with works of kindness and unconditional service. Delegates will have the opportunity to expand their professional network and understanding of world affairs. They will be motivated to use their knowledge and leadership skills to impact the communities in need.

To secure one’s participation, please send applications to Fiandara.adityani@humanitarianaffairs.org. Attached is application required.

Blurb for 8th USLS

DELEGATE APPLICATION - USLS 2017