Dear all,
Please circulate this call among Wikimedia communities, researchersand other people that may be interested! This call is also online at
http://wikimania2008.wikimedia.org/wiki/Call_for_Participation============ Wikimania 2008: Call for Participation =============Wikimania is an annual global event devoted to Wikimedia projectsaround the globe (including Wikipedia, Wikibooks, Wikisource, Wikinews,Wiktionary, Wikiversity, Wikiquote, Wikispecies, and Wikimedia Commons)and for its editors and users to gather, meet each other, exchange ideas,and report on research and projects. It is a community event, which isalso open to the public and to researchers. This year's conference willbe held from July 17-19, 2008 in Alexandria, Egypt at the new Library ofAlexandria (Bibliotheca Alexandrina).For more information, please visit the Wikimania 2008 Home page athttp://wikimania2008.wikimedia.orgWe are accepting submissions for presentations, workshops, panels, posters,open spaces, and artistic artifacts. Please carefully follow the submissionguidelines below. Submissions can be sent via the following link:https://wikimedia.pentabarf.org/submission/wikimania2008================== Important dates ======================* 1 February – 16 March : Submission* 17 March – 30 April : Review, feedback and notification of acceptance* 17 – 19 July 2007 : Wikimania================== Conference Tracks ===================Submissions should address one or more of the following themes:Wikimedia Communities :Interesting projects and particularities within the communities; policycreation within individual projects; conflict resolution and communitydynamics; reputation and identity; multi-lingualism, languages andcultures; social studies. We explicitly invite you to discuss your localWikimedia project's community.Free Knowledge :Open access to information; ways to gather and distribute free knowledge,usage of the Wikimedia projects in education, journalism, research; waysto improve content quality and usability; copyright laws and other legalareas that interfere with Wikimedia projects. Free Content in theMiddle-East/Africa.Technical infrastructure :Issues related to MediaWiki development and extensions; Wikimedia'stechnical infrastructure; new ideas for development (including casestudies from other wikis or similar projects).Scientific track :Papers about massively collaborative work, open and free content creation,community dynamics, the social or economic aspects of the Wikimediaprojects, and other topics related to Wikimedia projects. Paperssubmitted to the scientific track will be peer reviewed by a reviewingcommittee regarding their novelty, rigour, and estimated impact, andaccepted or rejected based on these reviews. The papers will be publishedin proceedings afterwards, and depending on the number and the qualityof the submissions, a journal special issue may be pursued. Scientifictrack papers must be in English, and must not exceed 7,500 words(or 15 pages LNCS).Your topic must be related either to the Wikimedia projects and theircommunities, or to the creation of free content in general.=================== Types of Submissions ==================We are seeking submissions for* presentations (10–30 minute talks with discussion afterwards)* workshops (60–120 minute session with more involvement of the audience)* panels (group of 2-5 speakers to discuss on a specific subject)* posters (printed presentations or visual displays that can stand on their own)* artistic artifacts (plays, competitions, comedy, visualizations, or other representations of some aspect of the projects)In addition there will the possibility to give lightning talks (5minute short presentations). These will be organized on the Wikimania2008 wiki without need to submit via the submission system.For more information about Submission Guidelines, please see:http://wikimania2008.wikimedia.org/wiki/Submission======================= Submissions ========================Once you are sure you have included all of the required information,please send your submission before the respective deadline through oursubmission system at https://wikimedia.pentabarf.org/submission== See also ==* About the venue: http://wikimania2008.wikimedia.org/wiki/Venue* Brainstorming page for program ideas:http://wikimania2008.wikimedia.org/wiki/Program_ideas* Editable list of attendees: http://wikimania2008.wikimedia.org/wiki/Attendees--Tzu-Chiang LiouLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/tcliouFaceBook: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=543610417Email: tcliou@ {gmail.comiis.sinica.edu.tw} MSN: tcliou@msn.com Skype: tcliou--
Monday, March 10, 2008
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Training on Environment, Ecological Agriculture, and Sustainable Development
Training on Environment, Ecological Agriculture, and Sustainable Development
Place: Phnom Penh,
Starting from: March 15, 2008- April 06, 2008
JVC is a non-governmental organization, which has worked for SARD (Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development) since 1994. In 1999, JVC started environment education project with primary school children in Kandal province. And in 2006, JVC started a new project, promoting ecological agriculture through natural resource management in Siem Reap province. Training Objective. To raise awareness of youth to become a change maker who understands and takes action to protect environment and to practice ecological agriculture, and to understand the key concepts of sustainable development.. To make youth become familiar with the current situation of development both locally and globally. To discuss, introduce the connection between the theory and real practice on those topics. Training content1. Concept of environment -Definition of environment -Type of environment and its relation2. Concept of ecological agriculture -Concept of ecology -Concept of biodiversity3. Concept of sustainable development -Definition of sustainable/ development -Some alternative solutions and concrete examples4. Research methodsTraining methodologyThe training methods of this course will be a combination of: VCD showing; case study; group discussion and presentation; and lecturing. The trainees shall be encouraged to share their own ideas. Materials and costs.This training course will be free of charge.JVC will bear the cost of related documents and field trip as well as research after training LanguageKhmer and EnglishTarget groupUniversity students and NGO workers who:- are willing to learn, share ideas and take action;- have time to join the training;- love remote areas and are able to stay there.Trainer1. Mr. YAMASAKI Masaru (Program Coordinator)2. Mr. SAKAMOTO Takanori (CLEAN project) 3. Mr. SAY Bora (EE Coordinator)How to applyJVC offers an equal chance to every student.Interested candidates are advice to fill in the application form (available free of charge) and send to JVC Cambodia office at your convenient time during working hours (7:30-17:00, Monday-Friday) before the deadline.CertificateSuccessful candidates are awarded with a certificate offered by JVC.Training Schedule-The training will take 3 weeks. 2 days per week, conducted every Saturday and Sunday (7:30am-11:30am and 14:00pm-17:00pm), started from March 15, 2008.Application deadline.March 10, 2008 .15 participants will be selected(Only those who are selected will be informed for interviewing)Contact PersonMr. SAY BoraAdd : JVC Cambodia office #66A, St. 222Sangkat Boeung Raing, Khan Daun Penh, P.O.Box 526, Phnom Penh, CambodiaH/P : 011 202 644Tel : 023 220 481/ FAX: 023-220-482 Email : devjvc@online.com.khNote-We do not accept application forms through electronic mail. -Those who previously applied for this training are encouraged to apply again.
Place: Phnom Penh,
Starting from: March 15, 2008- April 06, 2008
JVC is a non-governmental organization, which has worked for SARD (Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development) since 1994. In 1999, JVC started environment education project with primary school children in Kandal province. And in 2006, JVC started a new project, promoting ecological agriculture through natural resource management in Siem Reap province. Training Objective. To raise awareness of youth to become a change maker who understands and takes action to protect environment and to practice ecological agriculture, and to understand the key concepts of sustainable development.. To make youth become familiar with the current situation of development both locally and globally. To discuss, introduce the connection between the theory and real practice on those topics. Training content1. Concept of environment -Definition of environment -Type of environment and its relation2. Concept of ecological agriculture -Concept of ecology -Concept of biodiversity3. Concept of sustainable development -Definition of sustainable/ development -Some alternative solutions and concrete examples4. Research methodsTraining methodologyThe training methods of this course will be a combination of: VCD showing; case study; group discussion and presentation; and lecturing. The trainees shall be encouraged to share their own ideas. Materials and costs.This training course will be free of charge.JVC will bear the cost of related documents and field trip as well as research after training LanguageKhmer and EnglishTarget groupUniversity students and NGO workers who:- are willing to learn, share ideas and take action;- have time to join the training;- love remote areas and are able to stay there.Trainer1. Mr. YAMASAKI Masaru (Program Coordinator)2. Mr. SAKAMOTO Takanori (CLEAN project) 3. Mr. SAY Bora (EE Coordinator)How to applyJVC offers an equal chance to every student.Interested candidates are advice to fill in the application form (available free of charge) and send to JVC Cambodia office at your convenient time during working hours (7:30-17:00, Monday-Friday) before the deadline.CertificateSuccessful candidates are awarded with a certificate offered by JVC.Training Schedule-The training will take 3 weeks. 2 days per week, conducted every Saturday and Sunday (7:30am-11:30am and 14:00pm-17:00pm), started from March 15, 2008.Application deadline.March 10, 2008 .15 participants will be selected(Only those who are selected will be informed for interviewing)Contact PersonMr. SAY BoraAdd : JVC Cambodia office #66A, St. 222Sangkat Boeung Raing, Khan Daun Penh, P.O.Box 526, Phnom Penh, CambodiaH/P : 011 202 644Tel : 023 220 481/ FAX: 023-220-482 Email : devjvc@online.com.khNote-We do not accept application forms through electronic mail. -Those who previously applied for this training are encouraged to apply again.
Sunday, February 17, 2008
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Region East Asia
Location Hanoi
Division International Department
Position TypeOpen Ended
Job Family Programme Closing date for applications (23:59 GMT)9 March 2008
Job Profile
To manage the development and implementation of Oxfam GB's projects within Oxfam Aim 4 "Right to be Heard" programme. Taking the lead in one or more programmatic theme for Oxfam GB in Vietnam.
Dimensions
· Work pattern is a mixture of reactive and project work. · Required to make sound judgements regularly within agreed processes using a good understanding of the team and the facilities of the team.· Communication largely with internal staff, (including internationally) also with some external contacts / target audiences to support operational work.· Analysis and internal communication of the locally relevant context to inform appropriate planning· Some analysis and communication of the wider context· Supervises the work of contractors, partners and junior staff for delivery of the programme· Problem solving activities related to a defined area, such as a limited geographical area or limited programme sectional area· Some negotiation and representation with local authorities· Networking with peers to develop a shared analysis of local issues, contacts and key players
Key Responsibilities
Contribute to the Oxfam GB programme planning and development and specifically for Oxfam's Right to be Heard programme. . Responsible for projects management and implementation within Right to be Heard programme Responsible for project's resource planning and management including human resource, assets and financial accountability.Ensure timely internal and external reporting (financial and narrative) .Ensure implementation of Oxfam GB's operational policies, procedures and guidelines, especially gender equity, in all aspects of Oxfam's work. Act as Oxfam's representative at provincial and national level as required. Take lead in one or more of the following programmatic themes e.g. ethnic minorities, gender equity, accountability, governance and civil society etc.
Skills and Competence
¨ Vietnamese national. ¨ University degree, preferably social science, related field or/and management¨ Proven (at least 5 years) experience in programme/project strategic planning and management. Working experience with NGOs or international development organisation is preferable. ¨ Proven experience in programming work, especially experience in application of participatory approaches ¨ Sound experience in resource management e.g. people, finances, assets¨ Good understanding and practical experience in application to support equity issues (Gender and diversity)¨ Good understanding of Governance, Grass-roots Democracy and Civil Society issues in Vietnam¨ Good understanding in Socio-economic Development Plan system and planning reform in Vietnam¨ Familiar with advocacy work at local and national level.¨ Strong written and spoken English and Vietnamese¨ Good computer skills (word processing and spreadsheet programs) ¨ Able to travel to programme/project areas on a regular basis Gross Annual Salary Full Range: US$ 8,200 - US$ 15,250
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Region East Asia
Location Hanoi
Division International Department
Position TypeOpen Ended
Job Family Programme Closing date for applications (23:59 GMT)9 March 2008
Job Profile
To manage the development and implementation of Oxfam GB's projects within Oxfam Aim 4 "Right to be Heard" programme. Taking the lead in one or more programmatic theme for Oxfam GB in Vietnam.
Dimensions
· Work pattern is a mixture of reactive and project work. · Required to make sound judgements regularly within agreed processes using a good understanding of the team and the facilities of the team.· Communication largely with internal staff, (including internationally) also with some external contacts / target audiences to support operational work.· Analysis and internal communication of the locally relevant context to inform appropriate planning· Some analysis and communication of the wider context· Supervises the work of contractors, partners and junior staff for delivery of the programme· Problem solving activities related to a defined area, such as a limited geographical area or limited programme sectional area· Some negotiation and representation with local authorities· Networking with peers to develop a shared analysis of local issues, contacts and key players
Key Responsibilities
Contribute to the Oxfam GB programme planning and development and specifically for Oxfam's Right to be Heard programme. . Responsible for projects management and implementation within Right to be Heard programme Responsible for project's resource planning and management including human resource, assets and financial accountability.Ensure timely internal and external reporting (financial and narrative) .Ensure implementation of Oxfam GB's operational policies, procedures and guidelines, especially gender equity, in all aspects of Oxfam's work. Act as Oxfam's representative at provincial and national level as required. Take lead in one or more of the following programmatic themes e.g. ethnic minorities, gender equity, accountability, governance and civil society etc.
Skills and Competence
¨ Vietnamese national. ¨ University degree, preferably social science, related field or/and management¨ Proven (at least 5 years) experience in programme/project strategic planning and management. Working experience with NGOs or international development organisation is preferable. ¨ Proven experience in programming work, especially experience in application of participatory approaches ¨ Sound experience in resource management e.g. people, finances, assets¨ Good understanding and practical experience in application to support equity issues (Gender and diversity)¨ Good understanding of Governance, Grass-roots Democracy and Civil Society issues in Vietnam¨ Good understanding in Socio-economic Development Plan system and planning reform in Vietnam¨ Familiar with advocacy work at local and national level.¨ Strong written and spoken English and Vietnamese¨ Good computer skills (word processing and spreadsheet programs) ¨ Able to travel to programme/project areas on a regular basis Gross Annual Salary Full Range: US$ 8,200 - US$ 15,250
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Robert S. McNamara (RSM) Fellowships
Robert S. McNamara (RSM) Fellowships
The Robert S. McNamara Fellowships Program provides support to young researchers working in academic and research institutions from eligible countries preparing a doctoral thesis. Research grants cover residence costs for a 5 to 10 month period in a renowned university or research center. Fellows are expected to advance their research work mainly by using the facilities and resources provided by the host Robert S. McNamara (RSM) Fellowships institution and by interacting with peers.
Who Can Apply?
Only lecturers and researchers from eligible countries working on their doctoral thesis can apply for the fellowship. Candidates should be under 45 years, and have completed any course work or exams required for their doctoral program.
What Does the Program Support?
The purpose of the grant is to help fellows advance their doctoral research work through a residency period of five to ten months in a host institution in a country other than their home country or country of residence.During the research period at the host institution, the fellows are expected to have access to essential resources such as reference books and research publications, databases, and software; attend seminars and eventually courses; and to benefit by interacting with peers.
Host InstitutionCandidates should be accepted or invited by a host institution which would designate an academic advisor to assist the fellow during his research period. Host institutions should also commit to provide the fellow with basic amenities such as office space and access to a computer, and to facilitate his/her research activities.
Fellowships AwardEligible candidates are evaluated by external reviewers based on three criteria: academic performance, teaching and research experience, and relevance of the proposed research program. The top candidates are submitted to the Selection Committee, which includes World Bank senior experts and Donors representatives, for final selection. In addition to the merit criteria, the Selection Committee takes into account other factors such as availability of budget, geographical diversity and gender balance.
GrantsCandidates are requested to submit a budget for their fellowship covering the costs related to their research program: travel; insurance and living expenses; fees for courses and participation to seminars; and a books and software allowance.The grant amount to be awarded to each fellow will be decided by the Selection Committee. The maximum amount of the grant is US$ 25,000.
Fellow's CommitmentFellows are required to issue two reports, a mid-term report during the fellowship period and a final report containing the results of the research. The results of the McNamara fellows research work may be considered for publication by the World Bank.Fellows are expected to return to their home countries and resume their academic or research position upon completion of the fellowship. They are also expected to mention the McNamara fellowship award in any publication related to their doctoral research work, including their thesis, and to provide the Program with a copy of their thesis upon graduation.
Read more:http://Cambodiajobs.blogspot.com/2008/02/robert-s-mcnamara-rsm-fellowships.html
The Robert S. McNamara Fellowships Program provides support to young researchers working in academic and research institutions from eligible countries preparing a doctoral thesis. Research grants cover residence costs for a 5 to 10 month period in a renowned university or research center. Fellows are expected to advance their research work mainly by using the facilities and resources provided by the host Robert S. McNamara (RSM) Fellowship
Who Can Apply?
Only lecturers and researchers from eligible countries working on their doctoral thesis can apply for the fellowship. Candidates should be under 45 years, and have completed any course work or exams required for their doctoral program.
What Does the Program Support?
The purpose of the grant is to help fellows advance their doctoral research work through a residency period of five to ten months in a host institution in a country other than their home country or country of residence.During the research period at the host institution, the fellows are expected to have access to essential resources such as reference books and research publications, databases, and software; attend seminars and eventually courses; and to benefit by interacting with peers.
Host InstitutionCandidates should be accepted or invited by a host institution which would designate an academic advisor to assist the fellow during his research period. Host institutions should also commit to provide the fellow with basic amenities such as office space and access to a computer, and to facilitate his/her research activities.
Fellowships AwardEligible candidates are evaluated by external reviewers based on three criteria: academic performance, teaching and research experience, and relevance of the proposed research program. The top candidates are submitted to the Selection Committee, which includes World Bank senior experts and Donors representatives, for final selection. In addition to the merit criteria, the Selection Committee takes into account other factors such as availability of budget, geographical diversity and gender balance.
GrantsCandidates are requested to submit a budget for their fellowship covering the costs related to their research program: travel; insurance and living expenses; fees for courses and participation to seminars; and a books and software allowance.The grant amount to be awarded to each fellow will be decided by the Selection Committee. The maximum amount of the grant is US$ 25,000.
Fellow's CommitmentFellows are required to issue two reports, a mid-term report during the fellowship period and a final report containing the results of the research. The results of the McNamara fellows research work may be considered for publication by the World Bank.Fellows are expected to return to their home countries and resume their academic or research position upon completion of the fellowship. They are also expected to mention the McNamara fellowship award in any publication related to their doctoral research work, including their thesis, and to provide the Program with a copy of their thesis upon graduation.
Read more:http://Cambodiajobs.blogspot.com/2008/02/robert-s-mcnamara-rsm-fellowships.html
Friday, February 15, 2008
Mekong ICT Camp press release
The Mekong Sub-Region ICT CampPattaya, Thailand - Feb 25 to Feb 29, 2008
The Mekong Sub-Region ICT Camp is a five-day capacity developmentworkshop on information and communications technology for media groupsand non-governmental organisations in the Mekong sub-region. Thisevent will invite over 70 participants and facilitators mainly fromMyammer, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and Thailand, to bring about aneffective use of information and communications technology and awidespread of ICT network in order to strengthen alternative media andnon-profits in the region as independent information source.
Participants represent media and NGOs working in the Mekong sub-regioncountries with a history of working with service and advocacy in NGOs,educational organisations, NGO resource centres, community centres,health information organisations, Media agencies and Alternative mediaorganisations.
The focus of the agenda will be on the following four areas:1. Information Management,2. E-Advocacy,3. Computer Network for development, and4. Promotion of the Use of Open Source Software among the Media Organizations and NGOs.
The workshop will take place from February 25th to 29th at ThammasartUniversity Learning Resort, Pattaya, Chonburi province, Thailand.Pattaya city is a famous beach resort located 147 km southeast ofBangkok and faces the Thai Gulf.
This event is organized by the Thai Fund Foundation and collaborative with a group of dedicated organisations: TRN Institute, Thai Volunteer Service, and Volunteer Spirit Network.
The Mekong ICT Camp is realized thanks to the kindest support from:the Open Society Institute, Southeast Asian Center for e-Media(SEACeM), the Friedrich Naumann Foundation, Internews, CAT Telecom,Bank of Thailand, Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau.
So far, two ICT camps entitled by AsiaSource have been held for NGOworkers in Asia. The first one took place at Bangalore in India in2005, and the second at Sukabhumi in Indonesia. The events were organized by Tactical Technology Collective. More than 400 participants from all over Asia attended the workshops. These events have played a key role to increase the number of ICT specialists in Asian NGO sector that can transfer their knowledge to others worldwide.
For more information please visit website: www.mekongict4d.org or contact to e-mail: mekongict4d@ict.or.th
The Mekong Sub-Region ICT Camp is a five-day capacity developmentworkshop on information and communications technology for media groupsand non-governmental organisations in the Mekong sub-region. Thisevent will invite over 70 participants and facilitators mainly fromMyammer, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and Thailand, to bring about aneffective use of information and communications technology and awidespread of ICT network in order to strengthen alternative media andnon-profits in the region as independent information source.
Participants represent media and NGOs working in the Mekong sub-regioncountries with a history of working with service and advocacy in NGOs,educational organisations, NGO resource centres, community centres,health information organisations, Media agencies and Alternative mediaorganisations.
The focus of the agenda will be on the following four areas:1. Information Management,2. E-Advocacy,3. Computer Network for development, and4. Promotion of the Use of Open Source Software among the Media Organizations and NGOs.
The workshop will take place from February 25th to 29th at ThammasartUniversity Learning Resort, Pattaya, Chonburi province, Thailand.Pattaya city is a famous beach resort located 147 km southeast ofBangkok and faces the Thai Gulf.
This event is organized by the Thai Fund Foundation and collaborative with a group of dedicated organisations: TRN Institute, Thai Volunteer Service, and Volunteer Spirit Network.
The Mekong ICT Camp is realized thanks to the kindest support from:the Open Society Institute, Southeast Asian Center for e-Media(SEACeM), the Friedrich Naumann Foundation, Internews, CAT Telecom,Bank of Thailand, Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau.
So far, two ICT camps entitled by AsiaSource have been held for NGOworkers in Asia. The first one took place at Bangalore in India in2005, and the second at Sukabhumi in Indonesia. The events were organized by Tactical Technology Collective. More than 400 participants from all over Asia attended the workshops. These events have played a key role to increase the number of ICT specialists in Asian NGO sector that can transfer their knowledge to others worldwide.
For more information please visit website: www.mekongict4d.org or contact to e-mail: mekongict4d@ict.or.th
Thursday, February 14, 2008
LeadershipProgram- Korea
To whom it may concern.
This is to request you to recommend CSOs (Civil Society Organization) and GOs of your region including your organization to participate our training program. UNEP Eco-Peace Leadership Center supports CSOs/GOs to find the solution for Environmental problems that they faced in their own country. Last year we recruited and trained 23 representatives from 12 countries in Asia-Pacific region and this is the second program. We focus on 7 different topics with the collaboration of UNEP. Seven topics are ‘Peace & Cooperation’, ‘Urban Ecology Environment’, ‘Water & Dam’, ‘Desertification & Forest’, ‘Local Community Revival’, ‘Environment & Culture’ and ‘Renewable Energy’.
All candidates should send ‘Application and Study Plan’ which is based on the real field problems or the current issues that you want to solve in your hometown related on 7 topics mentioned above. We plan to have an Orientation on coming May in Korea for a week which will be flexible. We will support $2,000 for completion of our program, in addition to meals, accommodation and air ticket for your travel to Korea. All documents stated below should be submitted by the end of March, 2008.
Application, Study and Budget Plan Form
Recommendation letters
Resume or CV
English proficiency
Please find the attached files for further information.If you have any questions, please contact the address and number in attached file.
Sincerely, Yeong-Wan SeoSecretary General of UNEP Eco-Peace Leadership Center
This is to request you to recommend CSOs (Civil Society Organization) and GOs of your region including your organization to participate our training program. UNEP Eco-Peace Leadership Center supports CSOs/GOs to find the solution for Environmental problems that they faced in their own country. Last year we recruited and trained 23 representatives from 12 countries in Asia-Pacific region and this is the second program. We focus on 7 different topics with the collaboration of UNEP. Seven topics are ‘Peace & Cooperation’, ‘Urban Ecology Environment’, ‘Water & Dam’, ‘Desertification & Forest’, ‘Local Community Revival’, ‘Environment & Culture’ and ‘Renewable Energy’.
All candidates should send ‘Application and Study Plan’ which is based on the real field problems or the current issues that you want to solve in your hometown related on 7 topics mentioned above. We plan to have an Orientation on coming May in Korea for a week which will be flexible. We will support $2,000 for completion of our program, in addition to meals, accommodation and air ticket for your travel to Korea. All documents stated below should be submitted by the end of March, 2008.
Application, Study and Budget Plan Form
Recommendation letters
Resume or CV
English proficiency
Please find the attached files for further information.If you have any questions, please contact the address and number in attached file.
Sincerely, Yeong-Wan SeoSecretary General of UNEP Eco-Peace Leadership Center
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Training Opportunity
Exciting Opportunity for Civil Society Capacity Enhancement
First Social Accountability School in Cambodia
The World Bank in Cambodia, through its Program to Enhance Capacity in Social Accountability (PECSA) will conduct the first Social Accountability School in Cambodia from March 24 through April 12, 2008.
Two Leading International Institutes from the Asia region will bring together their practical experience in social accountability and good governance to share with Cambodian practitioners throughout a three week training course. The curriculum of the first Social Accountability School will cover general issues of CSO contribution to accountability and good governance in the first week; weeks 2 and 3 will concentrate on these issues as they relate to Land and Natural Resource Management
This is the first of a series of Social Accountability Schools that will be organized by PECSA program throughout the next two years. This training program will lead to awarding a recognized Diploma and possibly a Master Degree in Social Accountability and Governance to the participants who wish to pursue such a degree. Participants may choose to participate for one week, two weeks or three weeks training program depending on their interest and availability.
WHO ARE ELIGIBLE?
Participants from Civil Society Organizations (CSOs): (NGOs, CBOs, citizens' associations, trade unions, media professionals) and relevant Governmental Institutions from local, provincial and national level are eligible for this training program.
Application and selection process will be announced by mid- February 2008. If you are interested and intend to apply for this course, please save the date and mark it in your calendar.
For more information about our program please visit our websites: www.worldbank.org.kh (for Khmer) or www.worldbank.org/kh (for English) and or contact: Mr. Kol Preap, at: kpreap@worldbank.org
PECSA is a World Bank-funded program in Cambodia which has been endorsed by the Ministry of Interior. PECSA strives to enhance the capacity of CSOs through training them in the use of social accountability approaches and tools; adapting global accountability practices to the Cambodian context; providing grants to develop and pilot social accountability practices and supporting enhanced information-sharing and networking among social accountability practitioners.
First Social Accountability School in Cambodia
The World Bank in Cambodia, through its Program to Enhance Capacity in Social Accountability (PECSA) will conduct the first Social Accountability School in Cambodia from March 24 through April 12, 2008.
Two Leading International Institutes from the Asia region will bring together their practical experience in social accountability and good governance to share with Cambodian practitioners throughout a three week training course. The curriculum of the first Social Accountability School will cover general issues of CSO contribution to accountability and good governance in the first week; weeks 2 and 3 will concentrate on these issues as they relate to Land and Natural Resource Management
This is the first of a series of Social Accountability Schools that will be organized by PECSA program throughout the next two years. This training program will lead to awarding a recognized Diploma and possibly a Master Degree in Social Accountability and Governance to the participants who wish to pursue such a degree. Participants may choose to participate for one week, two weeks or three weeks training program depending on their interest and availability.
WHO ARE ELIGIBLE?
Participants from Civil Society Organizations (CSOs): (NGOs, CBOs, citizens' associations, trade unions, media professionals) and relevant Governmental Institutions from local, provincial and national level are eligible for this training program.
Application and selection process will be announced by mid- February 2008. If you are interested and intend to apply for this course, please save the date and mark it in your calendar.
For more information about our program please visit our websites: www.worldbank.org.kh (for Khmer) or www.worldbank.org/kh (for English) and or contact: Mr. Kol Preap, at: kpreap@worldbank.org
PECSA is a World Bank-funded program in Cambodia which has been endorsed by the Ministry of Interior. PECSA strives to enhance the capacity of CSOs through training them in the use of social accountability approaches and tools; adapting global accountability practices to the Cambodian context; providing grants to develop and pilot social accountability practices and supporting enhanced information-sharing and networking among social accountability practitioners.
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
Request for Accreditation of ADB annual Meeting
Request for Accreditation
ADB Annual Meeting is not open to the public. All participants must be invited to attend the Annual Meeting. To facilitate accreditation and registration, the participants are divided into different categories:
Member Country Participants
Observers
NGOs and civil society
Media
Financial Institutions and Banks
Consulting and Contractor Firms
ADB Former Employees
Other Guests
Member Country Participants
ADB member countries send a delegation of government officials to attend the meeting. The participants of this group are decided by each member government, not ADB. If you have any questions about delegations, please contact the respective office of the ADB Governor in your country.
Observers
This category of participants covers accredited intergovernmental organizations (such as World Bank and UN agencies) and government officials from countries planning to apply for ADB membership. If you work for either group and are interested in participating, please contact the head of your organization, or the ministry concerned. View to see the list of accredited organizations and countries [PDF].
NGOs and civil society
ADB welcomes the participation of civil society organizations (CSOs) including international NGOs, labor unions, foundations, professional associations, and other nonprofit organizations. CSOs attending for the first time are required to go through an accreditation process that is coordinated by ADB's NGO and Civil Society Center (NGOC). Learn more about CSO accreditation.
MediaMembers of the press with valid credentials are invited to attend open sessions of the meeting. To apply for accreditation, please complete the online form. Register online
Financial Institutions and Banks
The accredited financial institutions and banks have existing relationship with ADB. You can click here to review the list of accredited institutions. If you work in any of the listed institutions, please contact the head office to receive a copy of the invitation. If your company wishes to establish a relationship with ADB, please complete this form.
Consulting and Contractor Firms
If you are a registered consulting or contractor company with an existing contract with ADB, or have been short-listed for the last 2 years, please complete this form.
ADB Former Employees
Members of the Association of Former Employees of ADB are invited to attend the meeting. Please contact Mr. M. Ikramullah Khan, Executive Secretary, AFE-ADB at tel. +63 2 6325196/5556, or e-mail: mkhan@adb.org.
Other Guests
If you do not belong to any of the categories listed above, please complete this form.
For inquiries, e-mail:annualmeeting@adb.org
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Tuesday, February 5, 2008
FOR YOUR ENDORSEMENT
CALL FOR REVISION OF ADB SAFEGUARD POLICY STATEMENT PRIOR TO CONTINUED PUBLIC CONSULTATION PROCES
Unacceptable Weakening of ADB Environmental and Social standards
Concerns regarding Proposed Continuation of Public Consultations Based on Deeply Flawed and Incomplete Documentation NESSIM N. J. AHMADDirector, Environment and Social Safeguards,Asian Development Bank
February ** 2008
Dear Nessim,
It is with a high level of concern and disappointment that we write this letter to you regarding the on-going public consultations on the current draft (October 2007) of the Safeguard Policy Statement and associated documents. Those of us who have engaged in the Asian Development Bank’s Safeguard Policy Update process during the past couple of years have done so on a good faith basis, taking at face value the commitment by ADB management that the new Safeguard Policy Statement would not entail the weakening of ADB safeguards. Unfortunately, the draft SPS presented by your office for public comment in October actively promotes a substantial weakening of most of the existing ADB safeguard protections. We are writing to inform you that the draft issued in October 2007 is unacceptable and is not suitable as a basis for public consultation. Further, the process of consultations as currently designed and undertaken is inappropriate and exclusive. We urge the ADB to withdraw this draft and re-write it - prior to continued public consultation - to comply with existing ADB environmental and social protection measures and international good practices. As such, we call for a postponement of the consultation process until such time as a draft which does not involve the weakening of existing standards is presented to the public. There are three points in particular about the consultation process that we would like to raise which have steadily increased our concern since our last collective communication with you in November 2007. Initially, the draft was released (without any translations) an unacceptably short time before the first consultations, and this lack of an adequate time period for comments made it impossible for our diverse coalition of groups to conduct detailed analysis before the consultations. Secondly, experience of our colleagues at the consultations held to date has failed to provide reassurance that critiques provided are being taken on board and changes will be made. Thirdly, despite our detailed requests provided to you to improve the consultation process in various ways, the agenda of the consultations remains strongly weighted towards presentations by the ADB and does not represent an effective opportunity for affected communities to engage. We would also like to remind you that during the NGO panel discussion on the SPS process held during the ADB’s Annual General Meeting in Kyoto in May 2007, you made public assurances, recorded on videotape, that the ADB is committed to ensuring that there would be no weakening of the existing safeguard policies as a result of the SPS process. Japanese Ministry of Finance officials made the same guarantee to Japanese NGOs. Our organizations and colleagues have spent a great deal of time analysing the lengthy SPS document and we have articulated a large number of collective concerns regarding the content and context of the current draft policy. We are clear that the content of the draft is regressive and damaging, reflecting a substantial weakening of existing ADB environmental and social policies in violation of the Bank’s stated commitment to upholding – at a minimum – existing standards. Enclosed with this letter are detailed critiques that our organizations and colleagues have put together, to seek an effective response from you on these criticisms and to clearly articulate our difficulties with the current draft. Due to the criticisms within these documents and our criticisms of the consultation process, we believe that both the draft and the process of consultation are so compromised that we do not see any value in the continuation of the process of public consultation on this version of the SPS. A good number of our organizations have strongly advocated with you and worked on details of the consultation process since the SPU process began in 2005. However our interest in the consultations was based on your assertion and the Bank’s guarantee that the consultation draft would contain improved safeguard provisions. Given our interest in ensuring the ADB adopts effective and world standard safeguards and realizing after our analysis that the October 2007 draft not only reneges on previously made commitments but also contains other substantial flaws, we have decided not to participate in the current consultations. We suggest that the ADB rewrite the October 2007 consultation draft of the Safeguard Policy Statement and release it for public review with sufficient lead time so as to enable project affected communities, civil society organisations and governments to engage in a substantive discussion on progressive and effective safeguard provisions. We will not participate any longer in the process of consultation until such a document exists as we do not view these consultations as effective or meaningful. We therefore also urge that the consultations be halted until such time as an acceptable draft document that meets at least current ADB safeguard standards and best international practices at peer institutions, is circulated. We have provided our SPS critiques and copies of this letter to our respective governments and to the President and Board of the ADB for action. We look forward to hearing your response to this letter.
Regards, Signed CC:Ursula Schafer-Preuss, Vice-President, Knowledge Management and Sustainable Development Liqun Jin, Vice-President, Operations 1C. Lawrence Greenwood, Jr., Vice President, Operations 2.Bindu Lohani, Vice President, Finance and Administration. Encl: Summary Critique of SPS October 2007 Consultation DraftDetailed Analyses of the Environmental, Involuntary Resettlement and Indigenous Peoples Safeguards
Asim Nawaz Khan -Umeedenao Citizen Community Board, Pakistan
Sergei Vosin - EcoCentre of Tajikistan, Tajikistan
Dilena Pathragoda - Centre for Environmental Justice, Sri Lanka
Suranjan Kodithuwakku – Sri Lanka Green Movement, Sri Lanka
Anna Dreyzina - Oil Workers Rights Protection Organization Public Union Azerbaijan Ulrike Bey - Asienhaus, Germany
Hemantha Withanage - NGO Forum on ADB, Philippines
Rustam Murzakhanov- NGO Environmental Law Center "Armon" (Tashkent, Republic of Uzbekistan)
Souparna Lahiri -National Forum of Forest People & Forest Workers(NFFPFW)
Titi Soentoro- Nadi, IndonesiaGururaja Budhya- Urban Research Centre, Mangalore, India Dang Ngoc Quang- Rural Development Services Centre, Vietnam
Zakir Kibria -Bangla Praxis, Bangladesh
Mangaraj Panda - Orissa Marine, Resource Conservation Consortium(OMRCC), India
Gevorg Arakelyan - Association "For Sustainable Human Development, Armania
Mekong Alumni Network - Chiang Mai University, Thailand
Souparna Lahiri - On behalf of ACT (Affected Citizens of Teesta), Sikkim, India
Yuki Tanabe -Japan Center for a Sustainable Environment and Society (JACSES), Japan
Monday, February 4, 2008
Job announcement for The Asia Foundation
*2 positions **โดย :* The Asia Foundation *เมื่อ : *4/02/2008 04:14 PM
The Asia Foundation is a non-governmental organization that has been operating in Thailand for over 50 years, committed to the development of a peaceful, prosperous, just, and open Asia-Pacific region. The Foundation is seeking professional, qualified Thai nationals for two Program Officers based in its Bangkok office.
1*. PROGRAM OFFICER FOR LAW AND GOVERNENCE PROGRAMS FOR LAO PDR*
Responsibilities: To develop and manage programs in the areas of law, governance, gender-based violence and related fields in Lao PDR
*Specific Qualifications: * - Excellent written and spoken skills in English and Thai; Lao language is an advantage - Willing to travel to Lao PDR as required
*2. PROGRAM OFFICER FOR SOUTHERN THAILAND PROGRAMS*
Responsibilities: To develop and manage programs in the areas of development and conflict resolution in Southern Thailand
*Specific Qualifications: * - Excellent written and spoken skills in English and Thai; Southern dialect or Yawi is an advantage - Willing to travel in the South as required
*Qualifications for both positions: * - At least a B.A. in political science, economics, international studies, or related field is essential; higher degree a plus - Minimum 8 years experience working with local and international NGOs - Demonstrated experience and strong knowledge of program development, project management, monitoring, and evaluation - Good interpersonal skills and team work
Please send a cover letter specifying the position to which you are applying with your resume by email to: tafthail...@asiafound.org by Thursday *February 14, 2008. *(Only short-listed candidates will be notified).
The Asia Foundation is a non-governmental organization that has been operating in Thailand for over 50 years, committed to the development of a peaceful, prosperous, just, and open Asia-Pacific region. The Foundation is seeking professional, qualified Thai nationals for two Program Officers based in its Bangkok office.
1*. PROGRAM OFFICER FOR LAW AND GOVERNENCE PROGRAMS FOR LAO PDR*
Responsibilities: To develop and manage programs in the areas of law, governance, gender-based violence and related fields in Lao PDR
*Specific Qualifications: * - Excellent written and spoken skills in English and Thai; Lao language is an advantage - Willing to travel to Lao PDR as required
*2. PROGRAM OFFICER FOR SOUTHERN THAILAND PROGRAMS*
Responsibilities: To develop and manage programs in the areas of development and conflict resolution in Southern Thailand
*Specific Qualifications: * - Excellent written and spoken skills in English and Thai; Southern dialect or Yawi is an advantage - Willing to travel in the South as required
*Qualifications for both positions: * - At least a B.A. in political science, economics, international studies, or related field is essential; higher degree a plus - Minimum 8 years experience working with local and international NGOs - Demonstrated experience and strong knowledge of program development, project management, monitoring, and evaluation - Good interpersonal skills and team work
Please send a cover letter specifying the position to which you are applying with your resume by email to: tafthail...@asiafound.org by Thursday *February 14, 2008. *(Only short-listed candidates will be notified).
Intern, East Asia (Southeast Asia + Northeast Asia) Program
*Intern, East Asia (Southeast Asia + Northeast Asia) Program **โดย :* FORUM-ASIA *เมื่อ : *31/01/2008 12:11 AM
*Position* Intern, East Asia (Southeast Asia + Northeast Asia) Program
*Location *Bangkok, Thailand
*Employment Duration *Mid of February – Mid of July 2008 (six months)
*Allowance* 5,000 baht/ month (after the 2nd month)
*Closing date* 8 February 2008
*Interview Dates *Between 12 April 2008 to 15 April 2008
*About the Organisation* FORUM-ASIA is a membership-based human rights organisation, founded in 1991. FORUM-ASIA presently has 40 member organisations in 15 countries in South Asia, Southeast Asia and Northeast Asia. Its regional Secretariat is located in Bangkok, Thailand. FORUM-ASIA has been an NGO in Consultative Status with the UN ECOSOC since 1994.
East Asia Programme (EAP) carries the objective of the Country Programme Branch (CPB) to take a lead in strengthening the human rights movements in East Asia through effective coordination at the national and sub-regional level. The programme focuses on the advancement of civil, cultural, economic, political and social rights, including the right to development, of all peoples particularly those who are marginalised and vulnerable in political and economic development processes. EAP covers 17 countries, both in Southeast Asia (SEA) and Northeast Asia (NEA): Brunei Darussalam, Burma, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor Leste, and Vietnam (SEA); and China (including Hong Kong), DPRK, Japan, Mongolia, South Korea, Taiwan and Tibet (NEA). There are five programmatic areas that EAP is prioritising over the next three years: (1) enhancing membership and partnership in the EA sub-region, (2) assisting country campaigns and fact-finding missions, (3) strengthening regional advocacy, including ASEAN, (4) building capacity of the members, and (5) maintaining network and coalition-building.
*Duties and Responsibilities of the EA Intern* Within the above objective and priority areas, the intern will work on a full-time basis under the supervision of Programme Officers in EAP to provide:
(1) Daily Monitoring on the Human Rights (DMHR) situation in East Asia. Monitoring reports will cover democratisation, globalisation, peace and security issues, ethnic minorities, indigenous rights, poverty and development issues, women's rights, child rights and more. The intern is also responsible to maintain the filing arrangement for DMHR. From daily monitoring, the intern will consolidate a monthly analysis of the situation within the EAP teamwork to come up with "the reflection of the month". (2) Assistance in drafting statements, urgent appeals, press releases and commentaries related to the selected human rights issues agreed within the EAP team. (3) Assistance in organising forums, preparing lobby missions and coordinating the meetings with other programmes in the Secretariat. (4) Rapid and short-term research based on the request by the team. (5) Support in responding to emergency needs in the country, if necessary. (6) Assistance in preparing information, presentations, publications and articles in collaboration with Information and Communication Programme (ICP).
*Basic Qualifications and Competencies* Candidates are required to have a Bachelor degree in political science, international relations or development studies and/or Southeast Asia studies or Northeast Asia studies. Equivalent work experience in non-governmental organisations or international organisations is desired. Able to communicate in one or more East Asian languages is preferred.
*Core Competencies* 1. Proficiency in English 2. Excellent written and oral communication skills 3. Demonstrated competence with Microsoft Office and related database applications and ability to learn new software programs 4. Strong administrative and organisational skills with a demonstrated ability to set priorities among multiple tasks and requests and make decisions about how to handle them, take initiative, and use sound judgment 5. Ability to analyse and solve problems and research work-related issues 6. Ability to take responsibility for assigned tasks and to achieve intended results 7. Ability to work as a member of a team that has multiple sites of operation and work effectively in multi-cultural settings 8. Understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and work of FORUM-ASIA
*Stipend and Leaves* The intern will receive a stipend of 5,000 Thai Baht per month for housing allowance from the second month onwards if s/he can pass the first month probation. Intern is entitled to local public holidays and one day leave per month.
*Application Procedures* Interested applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with references, a filled FORUM-ASIA Internship application form ( http://www.forum-asia.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=2...) and a writing sample in English to interns...@forum-asia.org. Please use "EA Internship" as the subject of your email. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Deadline for submission of applications is on 8 February 2008, 5pm (Bangkok time).
***************************************** FORUM-ASIA Secretariate 246 Times Square Building, 12 Fl., Room 12-01 Sukhumvit Road, Between Soi 12-14 Klongton, Klongtoey Bangkok, Thailand
+66 (0)2 653 2940-2 +66 (0)2 653 2943
*Position* Intern, East Asia (Southeast Asia + Northeast Asia) Program
*Location *Bangkok, Thailand
*Employment Duration *Mid of February – Mid of July 2008 (six months)
*Allowance* 5,000 baht/ month (after the 2nd month)
*Closing date* 8 February 2008
*Interview Dates *Between 12 April 2008 to 15 April 2008
*About the Organisation* FORUM-ASIA is a membership-based human rights organisation, founded in 1991. FORUM-ASIA presently has 40 member organisations in 15 countries in South Asia, Southeast Asia and Northeast Asia. Its regional Secretariat is located in Bangkok, Thailand. FORUM-ASIA has been an NGO in Consultative Status with the UN ECOSOC since 1994.
East Asia Programme (EAP) carries the objective of the Country Programme Branch (CPB) to take a lead in strengthening the human rights movements in East Asia through effective coordination at the national and sub-regional level. The programme focuses on the advancement of civil, cultural, economic, political and social rights, including the right to development, of all peoples particularly those who are marginalised and vulnerable in political and economic development processes. EAP covers 17 countries, both in Southeast Asia (SEA) and Northeast Asia (NEA): Brunei Darussalam, Burma, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor Leste, and Vietnam (SEA); and China (including Hong Kong), DPRK, Japan, Mongolia, South Korea, Taiwan and Tibet (NEA). There are five programmatic areas that EAP is prioritising over the next three years: (1) enhancing membership and partnership in the EA sub-region, (2) assisting country campaigns and fact-finding missions, (3) strengthening regional advocacy, including ASEAN, (4) building capacity of the members, and (5) maintaining network and coalition-building.
*Duties and Responsibilities of the EA Intern* Within the above objective and priority areas, the intern will work on a full-time basis under the supervision of Programme Officers in EAP to provide:
(1) Daily Monitoring on the Human Rights (DMHR) situation in East Asia. Monitoring reports will cover democratisation, globalisation, peace and security issues, ethnic minorities, indigenous rights, poverty and development issues, women's rights, child rights and more. The intern is also responsible to maintain the filing arrangement for DMHR. From daily monitoring, the intern will consolidate a monthly analysis of the situation within the EAP teamwork to come up with "the reflection of the month". (2) Assistance in drafting statements, urgent appeals, press releases and commentaries related to the selected human rights issues agreed within the EAP team. (3) Assistance in organising forums, preparing lobby missions and coordinating the meetings with other programmes in the Secretariat. (4) Rapid and short-term research based on the request by the team. (5) Support in responding to emergency needs in the country, if necessary. (6) Assistance in preparing information, presentations, publications and articles in collaboration with Information and Communication Programme (ICP).
*Basic Qualifications and Competencies* Candidates are required to have a Bachelor degree in political science, international relations or development studies and/or Southeast Asia studies or Northeast Asia studies. Equivalent work experience in non-governmental organisations or international organisations is desired. Able to communicate in one or more East Asian languages is preferred.
*Core Competencies* 1. Proficiency in English 2. Excellent written and oral communication skills 3. Demonstrated competence with Microsoft Office and related database applications and ability to learn new software programs 4. Strong administrative and organisational skills with a demonstrated ability to set priorities among multiple tasks and requests and make decisions about how to handle them, take initiative, and use sound judgment 5. Ability to analyse and solve problems and research work-related issues 6. Ability to take responsibility for assigned tasks and to achieve intended results 7. Ability to work as a member of a team that has multiple sites of operation and work effectively in multi-cultural settings 8. Understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and work of FORUM-ASIA
*Stipend and Leaves* The intern will receive a stipend of 5,000 Thai Baht per month for housing allowance from the second month onwards if s/he can pass the first month probation. Intern is entitled to local public holidays and one day leave per month.
*Application Procedures* Interested applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with references, a filled FORUM-ASIA Internship application form ( http://www.forum-asia.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=2...) and a writing sample in English to interns...@forum-asia.org. Please use "EA Internship" as the subject of your email. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Deadline for submission of applications is on 8 February 2008, 5pm (Bangkok time).
***************************************** FORUM-ASIA Secretariate 246 Times Square Building, 12 Fl., Room 12-01 Sukhumvit Road, Between Soi 12-14 Klongton, Klongtoey Bangkok, Thailand
+66 (0)2 653 2940-2 +66 (0)2 653 2943
Friday, February 1, 2008
Mekong ICT camp RE_OPEN the call for application - deadline on 14 February
Dear friends,
Good news!!
As we still have some enough budget to expand an opportunity for other 20 friends who working on service and advocacy in NGOs, educational organisations, NGO resource
centres, community centres, health information organisations, Media agencies and Alternative media organizations to participate in this Mekong ICT camp. Therefore we would like to re-open the call for application: 20 participants. The dead line is 14 February, 2008. It would be appreciated that you could help us disseminating the "call for application" to your friends' network. below is the detail information; ------------------------------------- Call For applications: Mekong ICT camp: the “Capacity Development of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) for Media and Non-profit organization practitioners” in the Mekong Sub-Region February 25th -29th, 2008 Thammasart University Learning resort, Pattaya, Chonburi province, Thailand Dear Friends, We, the Thai Fund Foundation(TFF), The Open Society Institute(OSI), Southeast Asian for e-Media (SEACeM), Friedrich Naumann Stiftung (FNS) and some other alliances, are pleased to inform you about the upcoming sub-regional ICT camp: the Capacity Development of ICT for Media and NGO practitioners in the Mekong sub-region to be held on February 25th – 29th , 2008 at Thammasart Learning resort, Pattaya, Chonburi, Thailand. The focus of the ICT camp will be on four main topics: 1) information management, 2) E-advocacy, 3) computer network for social development 4) promotion of the use of open source software and also a widespread of ICT network in the Mekong Subregion as well. The event will last five days, emphasizing on providing a process where through participation, technical experts, local media and NGO workers can exchange their experiences so that mutual understanding and cooperation will be materialized and result in an effective use of the ICT. In this ICT camp, not only provide you working on technological process, but also having a touch of human network are included.
In this occasion, we are cordially opening to representing media and NGO workers in Mekong sub-region countries i.e. Cambodia, Laos, Burma, Vietnam and Thailand toapply for attending this ICT camp. Development work and gender balance must be also taken into account. Please see: www.ict.or.th/mekong-ict-camp for more details. The DEADLINE for sending the completed application: http://www.ict.or.th/q=mekong-ict-camp#application is 14 February, 2008. If you need additional information, please feel free to contact:Mr.Klaikong Vaidhyakarn, Mekong ICT Camp coordinatorThai Fund Foundation2044/23 New Petchaburi Road, Bangkapi,Huaykwang, Bangkok 10320 Thailand.Mobile. (66) 81310-4807Tel. (66) 2314-4112-3#508, (66) 2318-3959Fax. (66) 2718-1850, (66) 2314-4112-3#506E-mail. mekongict4d@ict.or.thwebsite. www.tff.or.th, www.thaingo.org, www.ict.or.th Look forward to welcoming you to the ICT camp: the Capacity Development of ICT for Media and Non-profit Organization practitioners in the Mekong Sub-Region!
-- Klaikong VaidhyakarnICT Team Leader
Thai Fund Foundation2044/23 New Petchaburi Road, Bangkapi,Huaykwang, Bangkok 10320 Thailand.Mobile. (66) 81310-4807Tel. (66) 2314-4112-3#508, (66) 2318-3959Fax. (66) 2718-1850, (66) 2314-4112-3#506E-mail. klaikong@thaingo.orgwebsite. www.tff.or.th, www.thaingo.org, www.ict.or.th_______________________________________________Mekongictcamp mailing listMekongictcamp@mekongict4d.orghttp://202.8.85.234/mailman/listinfo/mekongictcamp
Good news!!
As we still have some enough budget to expand an opportunity for other 20 friends who working on service and advocacy in NGOs, educational organisations, NGO resource
centres, community centres, health information organisations, Media agencies and Alternative media organizations to participate in this Mekong ICT camp. Therefore we would like to re-open the call for application: 20 participants. The dead line is 14 February, 2008. It would be appreciated that you could help us disseminating the "call for application" to your friends' network. below is the detail information; ------------------------------------- Call For applications: Mekong ICT camp: the “Capacity Development of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) for Media and Non-profit organization practitioners” in the Mekong Sub-Region February 25th -29th, 2008 Thammasart University Learning resort, Pattaya, Chonburi province, Thailand Dear Friends, We, the Thai Fund Foundation(TFF), The Open Society Institute(OSI), Southeast Asian for e-Media (SEACeM), Friedrich Naumann Stiftung (FNS) and some other alliances, are pleased to inform you about the upcoming sub-regional ICT camp: the Capacity Development of ICT for Media and NGO practitioners in the Mekong sub-region to be held on February 25th – 29th , 2008 at Thammasart Learning resort, Pattaya, Chonburi, Thailand. The focus of the ICT camp will be on four main topics: 1) information management, 2) E-advocacy, 3) computer network for social development 4) promotion of the use of open source software and also a widespread of ICT network in the Mekong Subregion as well. The event will last five days, emphasizing on providing a process where through participation, technical experts, local media and NGO workers can exchange their experiences so that mutual understanding and cooperation will be materialized and result in an effective use of the ICT. In this ICT camp, not only provide you working on technological process, but also having a touch of human network are included.
In this occasion, we are cordially opening to representing media and NGO workers in Mekong sub-region countries i.e. Cambodia, Laos, Burma, Vietnam and Thailand toapply for attending this ICT camp. Development work and gender balance must be also taken into account. Please see: www.ict.or.th/mekong-ict-camp for more details. The DEADLINE for sending the completed application: http://www.ict.or.th/q=mekong-ict-camp#application is 14 February, 2008. If you need additional information, please feel free to contact:Mr.Klaikong Vaidhyakarn, Mekong ICT Camp coordinatorThai Fund Foundation2044/23 New Petchaburi Road, Bangkapi,Huaykwang, Bangkok 10320 Thailand.Mobile. (66) 81310-4807Tel. (66) 2314-4112-3#508, (66) 2318-3959Fax. (66) 2718-1850, (66) 2314-4112-3#506E-mail. mekongict4d@ict.or.thwebsite. www.tff.or.th, www.thaingo.org, www.ict.or.th Look forward to welcoming you to the ICT camp: the Capacity Development of ICT for Media and Non-profit Organization practitioners in the Mekong Sub-Region!
-- Klaikong VaidhyakarnICT Team Leader
Thai Fund Foundation2044/23 New Petchaburi Road, Bangkapi,Huaykwang, Bangkok 10320 Thailand.Mobile. (66) 81310-4807Tel. (66) 2314-4112-3#508, (66) 2318-3959Fax. (66) 2718-1850, (66) 2314-4112-3#506E-mail. klaikong@thaingo.orgwebsite. www.tff.or.th, www.thaingo.org, www.ict.or.th_______________________________________________Mekongictcamp mailing listMekongictcamp@mekongict4d.orghttp://202.8.85.234/mailman/listinfo/mekongictcamp
Thursday, January 31, 2008
IRCSET Scholarship for Master and Doctorate
IRCSET Scholarship for Master and Doctorate
IRCSET's Embark Postgraduate Research Scholarship Scheme is designed for either Masters or Doctorate level researchers in the sciences, engineering or technology.The Irish Research Council for Science, Engineering & Technology invites applications for funding from intending postgraduate researchers under the Embark Postgraduate Research Scholarship Scheme.The programme will fund up to 165 Masters or Doctorate level researchers in the sciences, engineering and technology.The scheme is open to candidates worldwide with a number of scholarships also being available to exceptional candidates from non EU member states.A number of additional scholarships will be jointly funded by industry as part of IRCSET Enterprise Partnership Scheme (see below for details). This scheme fosters mutually beneficial collaboration between the academic and commercial research sectors. Enterprise Partnership Scheme Within this call, a number of Enterprise Partnership Scheme Awards are also being offered in conjunction with participating industry partners. The Irish Research Council for Science, Engineering and Technology gratefully acknowledges the valuable participation of these organisations.
Applicants can indicate on their application if in addition to consideration for an Embark Initiative award they also wish to be considered for an Enterprise Partnership Scheme scholarship.
Through the Enterprise Partnership Scheme scholars are co-funded by both IRCSET and an Enterprise Partner. Industry's participation and co-funding role has enabled IRCSET to support many more young researchers in Irish research bodies.
The researcher receives the same financial support as a postgraduate scholar under the normal Embark Initiative Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme. However, they also benefit from expert industry supervision and gain experience of research in an industrial environment. Under the Postgraduate Research Scholarship Scheme, funding of €24,003 is provided for each of three years for Doctorate level research (total funding of €72,009) and one year (€24,003) for Masters level research.
Of the €24,003 maximum per annum available to Masters and Doctorate students, €16,002 goes directly to the student with the remainder available to fund other forms of support such as fees, appropriate travel and other expenses. Read more:http://Cambodiajobs.blogspot.com/2008/02/ircset-scholarship-for-master-and.html
IRCSET Scholarship for Master and Doctorate
IRCSET Scholarship for Master and Doctorate
IRCSET's Embark Postgraduate Research Scholarship Scheme is designed for either Masters or Doctorate level researchers in the sciences, engineering or technology.The Irish Research Council for Science, Engineering & Technology invites applications for funding from intending postgraduate researchers under the Embark Postgraduate Research Scholarship Scheme.The programme will fund up to 165 Masters or Doctorate level researchers in the sciences, engineering and technology.The scheme is open to candidates worldwide with a number of scholarships also being available to exceptional candidates from non EU member states.A number of additional scholarships will be jointly funded by industry as part of IRCSET Enterprise Partnership Scheme (see below for details). This scheme fosters mutually beneficial collaboration between the academic and commercial research sectors. Enterprise Partnership Scheme Within this call, a number of Enterprise Partnership Scheme Awards are also being offered in conjunction with participating industry partners. The Irish Research Council for Science, Engineering and Technology gratefully acknowledges the valuable participation of these organisations.
Applicants can indicate on their application if in addition to consideration for an Embark Initiative award they also wish to be considered for an Enterprise Partnership Scheme scholarship.
Through the Enterprise Partnership Scheme scholars are co-funded by both IRCSET and an Enterprise Partner. Industry's participation and co-funding role has enabled IRCSET to support many more young researchers in Irish research bodies.
The researcher receives the same financial support as a postgraduate scholar under the normal Embark Initiative Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme. However, they also benefit from expert industry supervision and gain experience of research in an industrial environment. Under the Postgraduate Research Scholarship Scheme, funding of €24,003 is provided for each of three years for Doctorate level research (total funding of €72,009) and one year (€24,003) for Masters level research.
Of the €24,003 maximum per annum available to Masters and Doctorate students, €16,002 goes directly to the student with the remainder available to fund other forms of support such as fees, appropriate travel and other expenses. Read more:http://Cambodiajobs.blogspot.com/2008/02/ircset-scholarship-for-master-and.html
Monday, January 28, 2008
Women's Leadership Scholarship Program
Women's Leadership Scholarship
The Women's Leadership Scholarship program creates educational opportunities for women activists, grassroots leaders and organizers from the Global South and/or from indigenous groups. This scholarship supports study, research and leadership training to assist women in their pursuit of solutions to the critical social, environmental, health and economic problems facing their countries and communities.The selection committee awards four to eight scholarships a year and recipients may enroll in programs of study at accredited institutions worldwide that cover a range of human rights and development issues at the non-doctoral graduate level including gender, reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, child exploitation, human trafficking, infant and maternal mortality, conflict resolution, environmental justice, global fair trade, agro-ecology and sustainable development. Scholarship recipients are awarded $25,000 per academic year for a maximum of two years, helping recipients meet the costs of tuition, fees, books, educational supplies, housing, maintenance and travel to and from the home country and the educational institution.
Eligible candidates include women leaders from the Global South and/or from indigenous groups who also meet the following criteria:Commitment to grassroots organizing and the needs of their communities Proof of a bachelor's degree or equivalent or a higher degree Three years work experience dealing with critical human rights concerns or other social, educational or health conditions negatively affecting their communities Acceptance into a non-doctoral graduate program at an accredited university for full-time study/research related to their work experience in human rights, sustainable development and/or public health Evidence of financial need for educational support Intention to return to their home countries to work, utilizing training and research acquired in the study program Pre-applications for the 2008-2009 academic year will be available from January 1, 2008 through March 14, 2008 on the WLS website or by request from info@nativeleaders.org.
Visit the Women's Leadership Scholarship website to learn more and apply: http://www.nativeleaders.org/how.html------ End of Forwarded Message -- -- Commission on the Status of Women1303 J St Ste 400Sacramento CA 95814-2900916-445-3173916-322-9466 Faxwww.women.ca.gov
The Women's Leadership Scholarship program creates educational opportunities for women activists, grassroots leaders and organizers from the Global South and/or from indigenous groups. This scholarship supports study, research and leadership training to assist women in their pursuit of solutions to the critical social, environmental, health and economic problems facing their countries and communities.The selection committee awards four to eight scholarships a year and recipients may enroll in programs of study at accredited institutions worldwide that cover a range of human rights and development issues at the non-doctoral graduate level including gender, reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, child exploitation, human trafficking, infant and maternal mortality, conflict resolution, environmental justice, global fair trade, agro-ecology and sustainable development. Scholarship recipients are awarded $25,000 per academic year for a maximum of two years, helping recipients meet the costs of tuition, fees, books, educational supplies, housing, maintenance and travel to and from the home country and the educational institution.
Eligible candidates include women leaders from the Global South and/or from indigenous groups who also meet the following criteria:Commitment to grassroots organizing and the needs of their communities Proof of a bachelor's degree or equivalent or a higher degree Three years work experience dealing with critical human rights concerns or other social, educational or health conditions negatively affecting their communities Acceptance into a non-doctoral graduate program at an accredited university for full-time study/research related to their work experience in human rights, sustainable development and/or public health Evidence of financial need for educational support Intention to return to their home countries to work, utilizing training and research acquired in the study program Pre-applications for the 2008-2009 academic year will be available from January 1, 2008 through March 14, 2008 on the WLS website or by request from info@nativeleaders.org.
Visit the Women's Leadership Scholarship website to learn more and apply: http://www.nativeleaders.org/how.html------ End of Forwarded Message -- -- Commission on the Status of Women1303 J St Ste 400Sacramento CA 95814-2900916-445-3173916-322-9466 Faxwww.women.ca.gov
Invitation to Apply for the 2008 Integrated Water Resources Management International Training Programme
"2008 Integrated Water Resources Management Advanced International Training Programme"
The objective of the training programme is to support and stimulate the development of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) in the participants’ home countries, and to encourage the participants to involve in and contribute to networking on IWRM. The programme consists of 5.5 weeks of scheduled training distributed in two different phases, 3.5 weeks training in Stockholm, Sweden, from August 11–September 2, 2008, and 2 weeks training in Lao PDR, from November 17–28, 2008. In addition to the scheduled training, participants will undertake an Individual Project, on a part time basis in their home organisations, starting 6 weeks before the training in Sweden and to be completed within 8 weeks after the regional training. Please see the attached documentation for more information or visit www.siwi.org or www.rambollnatura.se. On behalf of Ramboll Natura AB, the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency, the International Water Management Institute, and SIWI, please accept our kind regards! David TroubaCommunications DirectorStockholm International Water InstituteDrottninggatan 3311151 Stockholm SWEDEN Tel: +46 8 522 139 89Text: +46 73 914 39 89Skype: davetroubawww.siwi.org www.swedishwaterhouse.sewww.watergovernance.org www.worldwaterweek.org SIWI mailing list: http://80.252.174.240/siwi/
In Sweden, August 11 - September 2, 2008In Lao PDR, November 17 - 28, 2008
Eligible countries include Cambodia, China, Laos, Thailand and Vietnam.
Deadline for application: March 17, 2008
The objective of the training programme is to support and stimulate the development of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) in the participants’ home countries, and to encourage the participants to involve in and contribute to networking on IWRM. The programme consists of 5.5 weeks of scheduled training distributed in two different phases, 3.5 weeks training in Stockholm, Sweden, from August 11–September 2, 2008, and 2 weeks training in Lao PDR, from November 17–28, 2008. In addition to the scheduled training, participants will undertake an Individual Project, on a part time basis in their home organisations, starting 6 weeks before the training in Sweden and to be completed within 8 weeks after the regional training. Please see the attached documentation for more information or visit www.siwi.org or www.rambollnatura.se. On behalf of Ramboll Natura AB, the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency, the International Water Management Institute, and SIWI, please accept our kind regards! David TroubaCommunications DirectorStockholm International Water InstituteDrottninggatan 3311151 Stockholm SWEDEN Tel: +46 8 522 139 89Text: +46 73 914 39 89Skype: davetroubawww.siwi.org www.swedishwaterhouse.sewww.watergovernance.org www.worldwaterweek.org SIWI mailing list: http://80.252.174.240/siwi/
Press Statement by Revenue Watch Institute and PWYP Coalition Indonesia
INDONESIAN GROUPS AND OIL REVENUE EXPERTS PRESS FOR TRANSPARENCY STANDARDS IN INTERNATIONAL FIGHT ON CORRUPTION
At UN's Bali Gathering, Forty-Five NGOs Urge Leaders to Implement Good Governance Rules in Oil Rich Nations
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ridaya Laode Ngkowe
29 January, 2006 +62812037964, ridaya.lon@gmail.com
DENPASAR – As the UN Convention against Corruption meets in Bali, the Revenue Watch Institute and Publish What You Pay-Indonesia call on the members gathered from 140 states to recognize the urgent and particular need to eliminate corruption in countries rich in oil, gas and minerals. The leaders convening to ensure the Convention's ratification and widespread compliance should emphasize transparency and monitoring measures in these resource rich nations in line with the UNCAC's requirement for mechanisms to combat and prevent corruption. Accountable governance mechanisms such as the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) can prevent the theft of citizen resources and empower communities to realize the benefits of their local industries. "With prices rising, huge windfalls are headed into the coffers of resource rich governments. This opportunity must not be wasted and the international community committed to fighting corruption must act quickly to help reverse the trend in developing countries and assist them in joining the EITI," said Ridaya Laode Ngkowe of PWYP-Indonesia. Corruption is egregious and disproportionately prevalent in resource rich countries, which account for nearly two thirds of the 40 most corrupt states in Transparency International's Corruption Perception Index. As Asian countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, Timor Leste, Burma, Vietnam, Cambodia and Papua New Guinea become increasingly resource dependent, they will face the economic and governance challenges that accompany oil, gas and mining revenues, including high poverty levels as well as corruption. The Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (www.eitransparency.org) is an internationally recognized mechanism to create transparency and participation in revenue transfers. Led by stakeholders from government, civil society and industry, this voluntary initiative calls for countries to publish their revenues and for companies to publish their payments. "The fight against corruption begins by revealing where money goes before it ends up in the wrong hands," said Karin Lissakers, Director of the Revenue Watch Institute. "The EITI gives citizens, governments and companies a powerful tool to mitigate corruption in the places where it's most endemic, and to help keep money flowing to its intended destination." Publish What You Pay–Indonesia consists of 45 Indonesian NGOs from resource rich regions that are promoting transparency in the extractive industries sector, to ensure better economic growth and public service delivery, as well as higher social and environmental standards in the sector. The Revenue Watch Institute promotes the responsible management of oil, gas and mineral resources for the public good. With effective revenue management, increased citizen engagement and real government accountability, natural resource wealth will drive a nation's growth and development. RWI provides the expertise, funding and technical assistance to help countries realize these benefits. To learn more, please go to www.revenuewatch.org.
Sunday, January 27, 2008
The POSCO Asia Fellowship at Seoul National University
The POSCO Asia Fellowship is a scholarship program designed to invite promising Asian graduate students to the Master's Program at the Graduate School of International Studies(GSIS), Seoul National University(SNU), supporting their studies at one of the most prestigious institutions of higher learning in Korea. The fellowship, offered by the POSCO TJ Park Foundation, covers full tuitions for up to 4 semesters at GSIS-SNU and monthly living stipends for two years in Korea.A total of 9 fellowships for this year have been awarded to students from Asia. The POSCO Asia Fellowship Foundation has continued to expand the scope of its social contributions and hopes to provide additional Asian countries with more scholarships in the future. For the Master's program at GSIS SNU AY 2008, Asian universities are invited to recommend students to the Fellowship.Fellowships are provided to promote mutual understanding between Asian countries and Korea, and to strengthen professional abilities of Asian elite students. Knowledge sharing projects such as the POSCO Asia Fellowship hope to benefit the different societies, economies, and cultures of the world.Eligibility and Requirements for Admission
Submitted documents become the property of SNU and will not be returned to the applicants.Documents that are not in English or Korean must be accompanied by an English or korean notarized translation. Please submit the original documents as well.International applicants with unusual cases and individual circumstances may be given special consideration. Eligibility for Application
Applicants must meet all of the following requirementsCommon RequirementsHe or she holds a Bachelor's degree; He or she is not a citizen of Korea; His or her parents are not citizens of KoreaRead more:http://Cambodiajobs.blogspot.com/2008/01/posco-asia-fellowship-at-seoul-national.html
Submitted documents become the property of SNU and will not be returned to the applicants.Documents that are not in English or Korean must be accompanied by an English or korean notarized translation. Please submit the original documents as well.International applicants with unusual cases and individual circumstances may be given special consideration. Eligibility for Application
Applicants must meet all of the following requirementsCommon RequirementsHe or she holds a Bachelor's degree; He or she is not a citizen of Korea; His or her parents are not citizens of KoreaRead more:http://Cambodiajobs.blogspot.com/2008/01/posco-asia-fellowship-at-seoul-national.html
For Immediate Release
For Immediate Release: 28th January 2008
New Report Urges Better Energy Planning in Cambodia before Hydropower Dams are DevelopedChinese investment in Cambodia’s hydropower sector is threatening some of the country’s most precious ecosystems and the livelihoods of thousands of people, according to a new research report released today. The research report, prepared by International Rivers and the Rivers Coalition in Cambodia, highlights the growing interest in large-scale hydropower dam development by Cambodian decision makers backed mainly by Chinese project developers and financiers.In April 2006, China announced a US$600 million aid package to Cambodia, almost half of which financed the Kamchay Dam, Cambodia’s first large domestic hydropower project. The project, now under construction by China’s largest hydropower developer, Sinohydro Corporation, is located wholly within Bokor National Park and will flood 2,000 hectares of protected forest. A second major hydropower project was approved in 2007 and a further six large dams are known to be presently undergoing feasibility studies, mostly by Chinese companies. Four of these projects are located close to or within the Central Cardamom Protected Forest in Southwest Cambodia. In addition, Chinese investors are pursuing the Sambor Dam on the Mekong mainstream which, if built, would block major fish migrations and could decimate the income of tens of thousands of subsistence and commercial fishers. The Sambor Dam also threatens habitat for the endangered Irrawaddy Dolphin, around which a thriving local tourism industry has grown.“Cambodia’s free flowing rivers and abundant natural resources are invaluable assets, the health of which are vital to the well-being of Cambodia’s rural population” said Carl Middleton, Mekong Program Coordinator with International Rivers. “Poorly conceived hydropower development could irreparably damage these resources and undermine Cambodia’s sustainable development.”Securing access to reliable, cheap electricity to supply Cambodia’s expanding economy is a key challenge faced by the Cambodian Government. The report recommends that Cambodia adopt international best practices in electricity planning, including the findings of the World Commission on Dams, which is widely recognized to be the international gold standard for energy and water planning.“Cambodia has many choices for meeting our electricity needs including renewable and decentralized energy options that must be explored” said Ngy San, Deputy Executive Director with the NGO Forum on Cambodia. “We are asking the Government to invite the public’s participation in the planning process to ensure Cambodia’s electricity system is affordable, sustainable and accessible to all.” The report can be downloaded from www.internationalrivers.org/en/southeast-asia/cambodia and www.ngoforum.org.kh. Contact:Carl Middleton, Mekong Program Coordinator, International Rivers (+66 84 681 5332; carl@internationalrivers.org)Ngy San, Deputy Executive Director, NGO Forum on Cambodia (+855 16 852 552; san@ngoforum.org.kh)
New Report Urges Better Energy Planning in Cambodia before Hydropower Dams are DevelopedChinese investment in Cambodia’s hydropower sector is threatening some of the country’s most precious ecosystems and the livelihoods of thousands of people, according to a new research report released today. The research report, prepared by International Rivers and the Rivers Coalition in Cambodia, highlights the growing interest in large-scale hydropower dam development by Cambodian decision makers backed mainly by Chinese project developers and financiers.In April 2006, China announced a US$600 million aid package to Cambodia, almost half of which financed the Kamchay Dam, Cambodia’s first large domestic hydropower project. The project, now under construction by China’s largest hydropower developer, Sinohydro Corporation, is located wholly within Bokor National Park and will flood 2,000 hectares of protected forest. A second major hydropower project was approved in 2007 and a further six large dams are known to be presently undergoing feasibility studies, mostly by Chinese companies. Four of these projects are located close to or within the Central Cardamom Protected Forest in Southwest Cambodia. In addition, Chinese investors are pursuing the Sambor Dam on the Mekong mainstream which, if built, would block major fish migrations and could decimate the income of tens of thousands of subsistence and commercial fishers. The Sambor Dam also threatens habitat for the endangered Irrawaddy Dolphin, around which a thriving local tourism industry has grown.“Cambodia’s free flowing rivers and abundant natural resources are invaluable assets, the health of which are vital to the well-being of Cambodia’s rural population” said Carl Middleton, Mekong Program Coordinator with International Rivers. “Poorly conceived hydropower development could irreparably damage these resources and undermine Cambodia’s sustainable development.”Securing access to reliable, cheap electricity to supply Cambodia’s expanding economy is a key challenge faced by the Cambodian Government. The report recommends that Cambodia adopt international best practices in electricity planning, including the findings of the World Commission on Dams, which is widely recognized to be the international gold standard for energy and water planning.“Cambodia has many choices for meeting our electricity needs including renewable and decentralized energy options that must be explored” said Ngy San, Deputy Executive Director with the NGO Forum on Cambodia. “We are asking the Government to invite the public’s participation in the planning process to ensure Cambodia’s electricity system is affordable, sustainable and accessible to all.” The report can be downloaded from www.internationalrivers.org/en/southeast-asia/cambodia and www.ngoforum.org.kh. Contact:Carl Middleton, Mekong Program Coordinator, International Rivers (+66 84 681 5332; carl@internationalrivers.org)Ngy San, Deputy Executive Director, NGO Forum on Cambodia (+855 16 852 552; san@ngoforum.org.kh)
Friday, January 25, 2008
The Diplomacy Training Program
The Diplomacy Training Program is calling for applications for its 2nd program on Human Rights and Trade for advocates from the Asia/Pacific Region and Indigenous Australia. The 8-day program will focus on bilateral and regional free trade Agreements (FTA's) in the areas of manufacturing, investment, services, intellectual property and agriculture and their implications on human rights. Advocates who are looking to gain a comprehensive understanding of Human Rights, international trade and how this relates to their community are encouraged to apply. The program will also provide participants with practical skills in advocacy, media and Internet based research specifically tailored to support their advocacy work around Human Rights and Trade. The program will be held from 28 March – 4 April in Dili, East Timor in partnership with the Peace and Democracy Foundation, Timor-Leste I should be grateful if you could circulate this information to your contacts.Please note that the deadline for applications is 1 February 2008. This program is restricted to people from Asia, Pacific and Oceania. You can download a Program brochure and Application form from the DTP website
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
ESCR Training, May 08, Geneva
Course on "Monitoring Economic, Social and Cultural Rights" in Geneva (5-9 May 2008) for staff from small and medium organisations (in particular NGOs) with the know-how to get started in monitoring ESC rights, or in-depth knowledge to enhance their ESCR monitoring work.
The course is organized by Huridocs and the Research Unit on the Right to Food of the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies (www.righttofood.org). At the end of the course, it is expected that participants will be familiar with the content of economic, social and cultural rights, be able to devise realistic strategies for monitoring ESC rights and documenting the violation and realisation of an ESC right of particular concern to them or their organization, be able to present findings effectively, and be able to devise an advocacy strategy which makes use of the international human rights mechanisms. More information at : www.huridocs.org/training/escr
Best regards, Priscilla Claeys Globalisation and HR Desk
-- Priscilla Claeys(en remplacement d'Elin Wrzoncki)Responsable de programme / Mondialisation et droits humainsDesk Officer / Globalization and Human Rights FIDHInternational Federation for Human RightsFédération internationale des ligues des droits de l'Homme17, passage de la Main d'Or75011 ParisTel : + 33 1 43 55 55 03Fax : + 33 1 43 55 18 80www.fidh.org
The course is organized by Huridocs and the Research Unit on the Right to Food of the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies (www.righttofood.org). At the end of the course, it is expected that participants will be familiar with the content of economic, social and cultural rights, be able to devise realistic strategies for monitoring ESC rights and documenting the violation and realisation of an ESC right of particular concern to them or their organization, be able to present findings effectively, and be able to devise an advocacy strategy which makes use of the international human rights mechanisms. More information at : www.huridocs.org/training/escr
Best regards, Priscilla Claeys Globalisation and HR Desk
-- Priscilla Claeys(en remplacement d'Elin Wrzoncki)Responsable de programme / Mondialisation et droits humainsDesk Officer / Globalization and Human Rights FIDHInternational Federation for Human RightsFédération internationale des ligues des droits de l'Homme17, passage de la Main d'Or75011 ParisTel : + 33 1 43 55 55 03Fax : + 33 1 43 55 18 80www.fidh.org
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Vietnam: Unique biodiversity threatened by World Bank-funded cement plant
Posted on 25 June 2003 by Chris Lang IFC is funding a cement plant, partly owned by Swiss company Holcim, in Hon Chong in the southwest of Vietnam. The EIA makes almost no mention of the plant's impact on biodiversity.
By Chris Lang. Published in WRM Bulletin 71, June 2003.
Vietnam's karst landscapes are world renowned. Perhaps the country's most famous limestone scenery is at Ha Long Bay, which has been declared a World Heritage Site. In 1962, the karst landscape at Cuc Phuong in northern Vietnam became the country's first national park. As well as producing spectacular scenery, limestone is the main raw material for cement manufacture and many karst landscapes are under threat. Vietnam is no exception. In 1998, a new cement plant called Morning Star Cement, started operation in Hon Chong, in Kien Giang province in the southwest of Vietnam, near the Cambodian border. The project is a joint venture between a Swiss cement company, Holcim (65%), and Vietnam's Ha Tien I Cement Company (35%). Morning Star has since been renamed as Holcim (Vietnam) Ltd. The International Finance Corporation (IFC, the private sector arm of the World Bank) provided a US$30 million loan to build the 1.7 million tons a year cement plant. Holcim will quarry three limestone mountains near to its cement plant for raw material to produce cement. According to the company's web-site, Holcim Vietnam aims "to achieve first class environmental performance of our operation and assets. Holcim Vietnam recognizes that raw materials, soil, water and air are finite resources which we must handle carefully and responsibly." Yet the environmental impact assessment for the project made almost no mention of the impact on biodiversity caused by Holcim's limestone quarries. The EIA, produced in 1995 by the Environmental Protection Centre in Ho Chi Minh City, simply reported that "Very little wildlife has been seen in the area—only a few monkeys and there is a remarkable lack of birdlife. The EIA did not identify any protected or endangered species of wild life in the area." According to the Karst Waters Institute, a US-based non-profit organisation, the Ha Tien-Hon Chong Karst has a "unique compilation of plant and animal species due in large part to its geographical isolation." The area is habitat to bats, reptiles, birds and small animals. Endangered leaf monkeys have also been reported in the area. In 1997, the Institute reported that "Protests by locals, provincial authorities and scientists from Ho Chi Minh University have, so far, all been ignored by the Hanoi government" and added that Holcim "has proved especially insensitive to environmental issues involving karst". The Institute included the karst landscape of Ha Tien - Hon Chong, where Holcim is operating, in its 1998 list of the ten most endangered karst landscapes in the world. In October 1999, the World Conservation Union (IUCN) Working Group on Caves and Karst reported in its newsletter that in the late 1990s, "The World Bank became concerned about the impact on both biodiversity and cultural heritage which was occurring as a result of limestone quarrying for cement manufacture in the East Asia region." The Bank hired Dr Jaap Vermeulen of the Natural History Museum, Leiden in the Netherlands to "establish a process of inquiry". In January 1999, the World Bank and IUCN organised a workshop on karst in Bangkok, and in September the Bank published the result of Vermeulen's work. Vermeulen and co-author Tony Witten (of the World Bank) confirmed that the EIA of Holcim's operations "did not review the biodiversity of the limestone hills in any detail." The authors commented cautiously that "It was considered prudent to revisit the question of the biodiversity of these limestone hills to determine if additional management interventions are needed in this particular case, and to examine how the IFC and potential future sponsors should address these issues more generally." Using Australian Trust Funds, IFC hired Sinclair Knight Merz, an Australian-based consulting firm, to produce a "study of the limestone resources in southwestern Vietnam" which would "delineate their potential uses for limestone production, biodiversity conservation, forestry production (timber and nontimber), tourism, groundwater recharge, and so forth," according to Vermeulen and Witten. Four years later, this study is not available. In response to a request for the study in March last year, Richard Caines, Coordinator for East Asia and Pacific at IFC, replied, "We have only recently received a final draft. Once the report has been reviewed and approved, our intention is to make it publicly available." In June 2003, Caines stated, "The various issues which slowed its progress related to team selection and gaining the appropriate approvals for the study to be undertaken. These approvals needed to be secured from the funders, IFC management, Holcim management and various Vietnamese government Departments/People's Committees. Consensus decision making amongst such entities is not a fast-track process, I'm afraid." He added that "The report has not been publicly released." A source close to the study reported that the Vietnamese Army ordered that the limestone hills along the Cambodian border be excluded from the Sinclair Knight Merz study. Shortly afterwards, the Kien Giang Provincial Government refused to allow the study to continue. IFC is now working with Holcim and the International Crane Foundation on a project entitled "Sustainable Development and Biodiversity Conservation of Wetlands in the Ha Tien Plain". In 1998, the endangered Eastern Sarus Crane started to use areas of grassland near Hon Chong as an early season feeding ground. The project aims to preserve these grassland areas. Of course, this biodiversity project will in no way affect Holcim's quarrying activities. IFC and International Crane Foundation are allowing Holcim to greenwash its activities by deflecting attention from Holcim's quarries. By not insisting on an adequate EIA, IFC is in breach of the World Bank's safeguard policies. Meanwhile, Holcim continues to quarry 4,000 tons of limestone a day from the mountains near Hon Chong.Filed under: Mining __._,_.___
By Chris Lang. Published in WRM Bulletin 71, June 2003.
Vietnam's karst landscapes are world renowned. Perhaps the country's most famous limestone scenery is at Ha Long Bay, which has been declared a World Heritage Site. In 1962, the karst landscape at Cuc Phuong in northern Vietnam became the country's first national park. As well as producing spectacular scenery, limestone is the main raw material for cement manufacture and many karst landscapes are under threat. Vietnam is no exception. In 1998, a new cement plant called Morning Star Cement, started operation in Hon Chong, in Kien Giang province in the southwest of Vietnam, near the Cambodian border. The project is a joint venture between a Swiss cement company, Holcim (65%), and Vietnam's Ha Tien I Cement Company (35%). Morning Star has since been renamed as Holcim (Vietnam) Ltd. The International Finance Corporation (IFC, the private sector arm of the World Bank) provided a US$30 million loan to build the 1.7 million tons a year cement plant. Holcim will quarry three limestone mountains near to its cement plant for raw material to produce cement. According to the company's web-site, Holcim Vietnam aims "to achieve first class environmental performance of our operation and assets. Holcim Vietnam recognizes that raw materials, soil, water and air are finite resources which we must handle carefully and responsibly." Yet the environmental impact assessment for the project made almost no mention of the impact on biodiversity caused by Holcim's limestone quarries. The EIA, produced in 1995 by the Environmental Protection Centre in Ho Chi Minh City, simply reported that "Very little wildlife has been seen in the area—only a few monkeys and there is a remarkable lack of birdlife. The EIA did not identify any protected or endangered species of wild life in the area." According to the Karst Waters Institute, a US-based non-profit organisation, the Ha Tien-Hon Chong Karst has a "unique compilation of plant and animal species due in large part to its geographical isolation." The area is habitat to bats, reptiles, birds and small animals. Endangered leaf monkeys have also been reported in the area. In 1997, the Institute reported that "Protests by locals, provincial authorities and scientists from Ho Chi Minh University have, so far, all been ignored by the Hanoi government" and added that Holcim "has proved especially insensitive to environmental issues involving karst". The Institute included the karst landscape of Ha Tien - Hon Chong, where Holcim is operating, in its 1998 list of the ten most endangered karst landscapes in the world. In October 1999, the World Conservation Union (IUCN) Working Group on Caves and Karst reported in its newsletter that in the late 1990s, "The World Bank became concerned about the impact on both biodiversity and cultural heritage which was occurring as a result of limestone quarrying for cement manufacture in the East Asia region." The Bank hired Dr Jaap Vermeulen of the Natural History Museum, Leiden in the Netherlands to "establish a process of inquiry". In January 1999, the World Bank and IUCN organised a workshop on karst in Bangkok, and in September the Bank published the result of Vermeulen's work. Vermeulen and co-author Tony Witten (of the World Bank) confirmed that the EIA of Holcim's operations "did not review the biodiversity of the limestone hills in any detail." The authors commented cautiously that "It was considered prudent to revisit the question of the biodiversity of these limestone hills to determine if additional management interventions are needed in this particular case, and to examine how the IFC and potential future sponsors should address these issues more generally." Using Australian Trust Funds, IFC hired Sinclair Knight Merz, an Australian-based consulting firm, to produce a "study of the limestone resources in southwestern Vietnam" which would "delineate their potential uses for limestone production, biodiversity conservation, forestry production (timber and nontimber), tourism, groundwater recharge, and so forth," according to Vermeulen and Witten. Four years later, this study is not available. In response to a request for the study in March last year, Richard Caines, Coordinator for East Asia and Pacific at IFC, replied, "We have only recently received a final draft. Once the report has been reviewed and approved, our intention is to make it publicly available." In June 2003, Caines stated, "The various issues which slowed its progress related to team selection and gaining the appropriate approvals for the study to be undertaken. These approvals needed to be secured from the funders, IFC management, Holcim management and various Vietnamese government Departments/People's Committees. Consensus decision making amongst such entities is not a fast-track process, I'm afraid." He added that "The report has not been publicly released." A source close to the study reported that the Vietnamese Army ordered that the limestone hills along the Cambodian border be excluded from the Sinclair Knight Merz study. Shortly afterwards, the Kien Giang Provincial Government refused to allow the study to continue. IFC is now working with Holcim and the International Crane Foundation on a project entitled "Sustainable Development and Biodiversity Conservation of Wetlands in the Ha Tien Plain". In 1998, the endangered Eastern Sarus Crane started to use areas of grassland near Hon Chong as an early season feeding ground. The project aims to preserve these grassland areas. Of course, this biodiversity project will in no way affect Holcim's quarrying activities. IFC and International Crane Foundation are allowing Holcim to greenwash its activities by deflecting attention from Holcim's quarries. By not insisting on an adequate EIA, IFC is in breach of the World Bank's safeguard policies. Meanwhile, Holcim continues to quarry 4,000 tons of limestone a day from the mountains near Hon Chong.Filed under: Mining __._,_.___
CP to expand its regional maize crops
WALAILAK KEERATIPIPATPONG
The CP Group plans to enlarge its maize plantations in fourneighbouring countries by another 1.67 million rai to provide feed forthe group's livestock business.
Ajva Taulananda, vice-chairman of the group, said the expansion wasplanned over the next two years to bring the total plantation area to3.2 million rai in Vietnam, Burma, Cambodia and Laos.
Its crop areas would climb to 1.7 million rai in Vietnam, 700,000 inBurma, 500,000 in Cambodia and 300,000 in Laos.
The expansion is expected to produce an additional 1.67 million tonnesof maize for CP to supply animal feedmill production and livestockfarming for CP Group and its SET-listed flagship Charoen PokphandFoods Plc. Regional subsidiaries CP Vietnam Livestock Co and CP LaosCo need a large volume of maize each year.
Maize sales in these countries are covered under a tariff-freearrangement backed by the Ayerawaddy-Chao Phraya-Mekong Economic Co-operation Strategy (Acmecs), a programme launched in 2003 to promotethe regional economy by raising farm incomes in Cambodia, Laos, Burma,Vietnam, and Thailand.
CP was among the first Thai corporations to grow maize in the region,planting about one million rai of the crop.
''The programme provides mutual benefits to both local farmers andCP,'' Dr Ajva said. ''Under the contract-farming format, CP provideshybrid seeds and farm technology to farmers and buys the produce backat market prices.''
He said that the group's advanced seed development had boosted yieldsto about 1,000 kilogrammes per rai, well above the average of 650 kgproduced in Thailand at present.
Dr Ajva said that companies under the CP Group used about two milliontonnes of maize per year. Overseas expansion could provide sufficientmaize for their operations amid the fierce battles for grain suppliesbetween the farm and industrial sectors.
Maize exports from the United States would continue decreasing as thecrop would be used more in ethanol plants, he said.
In Thailand, the four million tonnes of output are insufficient tokeep up with demand of about 5.5 million tonnes. Plantations were indecline as farmers turned to other higher-earning crops such as rubberand sugarcane.
The total area of maize fields fell to 5.08 million rai last year,down from 5.67 million in 2005 and 5.14 million rai in 2006.
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The CP Group plans to enlarge its maize plantations in fourneighbouring countries by another 1.67 million rai to provide feed forthe group's livestock business.
Ajva Taulananda, vice-chairman of the group, said the expansion wasplanned over the next two years to bring the total plantation area to3.2 million rai in Vietnam, Burma, Cambodia and Laos.
Its crop areas would climb to 1.7 million rai in Vietnam, 700,000 inBurma, 500,000 in Cambodia and 300,000 in Laos.
The expansion is expected to produce an additional 1.67 million tonnesof maize for CP to supply animal feedmill production and livestockfarming for CP Group and its SET-listed flagship Charoen PokphandFoods Plc. Regional subsidiaries CP Vietnam Livestock Co and CP LaosCo need a large volume of maize each year.
Maize sales in these countries are covered under a tariff-freearrangement backed by the Ayerawaddy-Chao Phraya-Mekong Economic Co-operation Strategy (Acmecs), a programme launched in 2003 to promotethe regional economy by raising farm incomes in Cambodia, Laos, Burma,Vietnam, and Thailand.
CP was among the first Thai corporations to grow maize in the region,planting about one million rai of the crop.
''The programme provides mutual benefits to both local farmers andCP,'' Dr Ajva said. ''Under the contract-farming format, CP provideshybrid seeds and farm technology to farmers and buys the produce backat market prices.''
He said that the group's advanced seed development had boosted yieldsto about 1,000 kilogrammes per rai, well above the average of 650 kgproduced in Thailand at present.
Dr Ajva said that companies under the CP Group used about two milliontonnes of maize per year. Overseas expansion could provide sufficientmaize for their operations amid the fierce battles for grain suppliesbetween the farm and industrial sectors.
Maize exports from the United States would continue decreasing as thecrop would be used more in ethanol plants, he said.
In Thailand, the four million tonnes of output are insufficient tokeep up with demand of about 5.5 million tonnes. Plantations were indecline as farmers turned to other higher-earning crops such as rubberand sugarcane.
The total area of maize fields fell to 5.08 million rai last year,down from 5.67 million in 2005 and 5.14 million rai in 2006.
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Monday, January 21, 2008
3D is seeking an intern in the area of trade and human rights, starting February 2008
Internship position
3D is seeking an intern in the area of trade and human rights, starting February 2008.
What we are looking for
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate good knowledge or easy familiarity with human
rights (particularly Economic, Social and Cultural Rights) and trade policy (particularly WTO)
issues. In particular, candidates should know how to navigate the websites of the Office of the
High Commissioner for Human Rights (www.ohchr.org) and of the World Trade Organization
(WTO).
Excellent English-language writing skills are essential.
We request a minimum commitment of 5 months (full-time) or 6 months (part-time).
What we offer
The intern will be part of a small professional team working on cutting-edge issues. S/he will have
opportunities to attend meetings in the areas of trade and human rights and develop first-hand
experience of how trade and human rights issues are being dealt with in practice. S/he will publish
in the area of trade and human rights, thus being able to demonstrate professional experience and
results to future employers.
Internships with 3D are unpaid but 3D can make a contribution to expenses (transport or meals).
To apply
Please send your curriculum vitae, a short letter explaining why you are interested in the post, and a
brief sample of your writing, to admin@3dthree.org or the postal address above, before 31 January
2008.
3D is seeking an intern in the area of trade and human rights, starting February 2008.
What we are looking for
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate good knowledge or easy familiarity with human
rights (particularly Economic, Social and Cultural Rights) and trade policy (particularly WTO)
issues. In particular, candidates should know how to navigate the websites of the Office of the
High Commissioner for Human Rights (www.ohchr.org) and of the World Trade Organization
(WTO).
Excellent English-language writing skills are essential.
We request a minimum commitment of 5 months (full-time) or 6 months (part-time).
What we offer
The intern will be part of a small professional team working on cutting-edge issues. S/he will have
opportunities to attend meetings in the areas of trade and human rights and develop first-hand
experience of how trade and human rights issues are being dealt with in practice. S/he will publish
in the area of trade and human rights, thus being able to demonstrate professional experience and
results to future employers.
Internships with 3D are unpaid but 3D can make a contribution to expenses (transport or meals).
To apply
Please send your curriculum vitae, a short letter explaining why you are interested in the post, and a
brief sample of your writing, to admin@3dthree.org or the postal address above, before 31 January
2008.
Job Description Program Associate, EarthRights School- Mekong
Job Description
Position: Program Associate, EarthRights School- Mekong
Date Prepared: December, 2007
Reports to: Mekong Program Coordinator
Location: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Purpose: The purpose of this position is to provide 1) logistical, 2) administrative and 3) program support to ERI’s Mekong School Program
Duration/Type: Ongoing, immediate start
Job Responsibilities:
Academic Support
- Assist Program Coordinator in reviewing program applications and interviewing applicants
- Provide academic support to students, helping them with homework assignments and reviewing material covered in class
- Teach introductory course on regional human rights/environmental issues with the assistance of the Program Coordinator
- Advise students on the design and implementation of their field work projects
- Work with local and regional NGOs to coordinate field trips to communities adversely affected by large development projects
- Provide translation from Thai to English during field trips and presentations by local activists
- Assist in maintaining a positive learning community (may include evening and weekend duties)
Administrative Support
- Coordinate students’ travel to and from Chiang Mai, purchase airplane tickets
- Assist students with visa arrangements, coordinate with Chiang Mai immigration and Thai embassies in the Mekong region
- Coordinate visits from visiting lecturers, arrange for their travel, accommodation and sightseeing while in Chiang Mai
- Help with student health care needs (visit doctors and clinics)
- Maintain library resources and keep reading areas tidy
- Arrange or buy office supplies when necessary
- Arrange photocopying when necessary
- Collate and distribute classroom materials as necessary
- Assist in arranging social events
- Keep receipts and enter receipts into Excel spreadsheets to be checked by the Program Coordinator before sending to ERI’s accountants in the United States
Maintaining building and grounds (cleanliness, maintenance, safety)
- Arrange for regular cleaning of the grounds, including cutting grass
- Arrange for repairs when necessary, including water, plumbing, painting, etc.
- Arrange for regular computer maintenance and repairs when necessary
- Communicate with landlord, others (plumber, gardener, electricians, etc.)
- Arrange for phones (student phone, staff phone, phone line); keep phone list
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of human rights and environmental issues in the Mekong region
- Fluent in Thai (spoken and written), Northern or North Eastern dialect preferred
- Knowledge of at least one other Mekong region language preferred
- Good spoken and written English
- Experience providing translation from Thai to English and English to Thai
- Experience working with grassroots communities on environmental and human rights issues
- Experience conducting participatory field-based research
- Basic computer and bookkeeping skills
- Excellent time management and ability to prioritize multiple tasks
- Experience working in a multi-cultural environment
About EarthRights International
EarthRights International (ERI) is a non-governmental, non-profit organization (NGO) combining the power of law and the power of people to protect earth rights. Earth rights affirm the strong connection between human well-being and a sound environment, and include the right to a healthy environment, the right to speak out and act to protect the environment, and the right to participate in development decisions. On the grassroots level, ERI focuses on campaigns in Southeast Asia, but also works internationally to expose abuses and devise strategies for their eradication. Specifically, ERI investigates, monitors, and exposes abuses occurring in the name of development; works to increase the transparency and accountability of governments, trans-national corporations, and international institutions; and protects human rights and environmental defenders. ERI does so through a multifaceted program of investigations, publications, litigation and other legal work; grassroots organizing, education, and training; and local, national, regional, and international advocacy. ERI has offices in northern Thailand and Washington, D.C. ERI was incorporated in the U.S. and has non-profit status pursuant to U.S. Tax Code 501(c)(3). The staff is ethnically diverse (evenly divided between people from the Global North and South), and is composed of lawyers, human rights and environmental activists, and experienced NGO workers.
About the Mekong School
The EarthRights School (ERS) - Mekong is a unique training program for activists from the Mekong Region (Yunnan/China, Burma, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam) whose work focuses on environmental issues and human rights. The seven month-long training program uses experiential learning methods to equip participants from the region with skills required to conduct research, gather data, and effectively campaign around environmental issues affecting the region. The program provides students with research, writing, and intercultural skills, and substantive knowledge and experience to voice their individual and collective concerns about large-scale development projects and related transparency and participation issues within the Mekong basin. Graduates of the program will form a strong network of environmental advocates who, acting together, can provide support to affected communities who are currently underrepresented.
Application Guidelines:
EarthRights International offers competitive Thai salaries and benefits. The application deadline is 11th February 2008, but we prefer to receive applications as soon as possible. An application consists of a resume and cover letter that directly addresses the selection criteria detailed above. Please post or e-mail applications (e-mail strongly preferred) to:
Contact: Mekong School Program Coordinator
E-mail: mekong@earthrights.org
Mail: P.O. Box 123
Chiang Mai University
Chiang Mai 50202 THAILAND
EarthRights International is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, political belief, age, gender, or sexual orientation. Applications from women are particularly encouraged. For more information about EarthRights International programs, visit www.earthrights.org
Position: Program Associate, EarthRights School- Mekong
Date Prepared: December, 2007
Reports to: Mekong Program Coordinator
Location: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Purpose: The purpose of this position is to provide 1) logistical, 2) administrative and 3) program support to ERI’s Mekong School Program
Duration/Type: Ongoing, immediate start
Job Responsibilities:
Academic Support
- Assist Program Coordinator in reviewing program applications and interviewing applicants
- Provide academic support to students, helping them with homework assignments and reviewing material covered in class
- Teach introductory course on regional human rights/environmental issues with the assistance of the Program Coordinator
- Advise students on the design and implementation of their field work projects
- Work with local and regional NGOs to coordinate field trips to communities adversely affected by large development projects
- Provide translation from Thai to English during field trips and presentations by local activists
- Assist in maintaining a positive learning community (may include evening and weekend duties)
Administrative Support
- Coordinate students’ travel to and from Chiang Mai, purchase airplane tickets
- Assist students with visa arrangements, coordinate with Chiang Mai immigration and Thai embassies in the Mekong region
- Coordinate visits from visiting lecturers, arrange for their travel, accommodation and sightseeing while in Chiang Mai
- Help with student health care needs (visit doctors and clinics)
- Maintain library resources and keep reading areas tidy
- Arrange or buy office supplies when necessary
- Arrange photocopying when necessary
- Collate and distribute classroom materials as necessary
- Assist in arranging social events
- Keep receipts and enter receipts into Excel spreadsheets to be checked by the Program Coordinator before sending to ERI’s accountants in the United States
Maintaining building and grounds (cleanliness, maintenance, safety)
- Arrange for regular cleaning of the grounds, including cutting grass
- Arrange for repairs when necessary, including water, plumbing, painting, etc.
- Arrange for regular computer maintenance and repairs when necessary
- Communicate with landlord, others (plumber, gardener, electricians, etc.)
- Arrange for phones (student phone, staff phone, phone line); keep phone list
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of human rights and environmental issues in the Mekong region
- Fluent in Thai (spoken and written), Northern or North Eastern dialect preferred
- Knowledge of at least one other Mekong region language preferred
- Good spoken and written English
- Experience providing translation from Thai to English and English to Thai
- Experience working with grassroots communities on environmental and human rights issues
- Experience conducting participatory field-based research
- Basic computer and bookkeeping skills
- Excellent time management and ability to prioritize multiple tasks
- Experience working in a multi-cultural environment
About EarthRights International
EarthRights International (ERI) is a non-governmental, non-profit organization (NGO) combining the power of law and the power of people to protect earth rights. Earth rights affirm the strong connection between human well-being and a sound environment, and include the right to a healthy environment, the right to speak out and act to protect the environment, and the right to participate in development decisions. On the grassroots level, ERI focuses on campaigns in Southeast Asia, but also works internationally to expose abuses and devise strategies for their eradication. Specifically, ERI investigates, monitors, and exposes abuses occurring in the name of development; works to increase the transparency and accountability of governments, trans-national corporations, and international institutions; and protects human rights and environmental defenders. ERI does so through a multifaceted program of investigations, publications, litigation and other legal work; grassroots organizing, education, and training; and local, national, regional, and international advocacy. ERI has offices in northern Thailand and Washington, D.C. ERI was incorporated in the U.S. and has non-profit status pursuant to U.S. Tax Code 501(c)(3). The staff is ethnically diverse (evenly divided between people from the Global North and South), and is composed of lawyers, human rights and environmental activists, and experienced NGO workers.
About the Mekong School
The EarthRights School (ERS) - Mekong is a unique training program for activists from the Mekong Region (Yunnan/China, Burma, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam) whose work focuses on environmental issues and human rights. The seven month-long training program uses experiential learning methods to equip participants from the region with skills required to conduct research, gather data, and effectively campaign around environmental issues affecting the region. The program provides students with research, writing, and intercultural skills, and substantive knowledge and experience to voice their individual and collective concerns about large-scale development projects and related transparency and participation issues within the Mekong basin. Graduates of the program will form a strong network of environmental advocates who, acting together, can provide support to affected communities who are currently underrepresented.
Application Guidelines:
EarthRights International offers competitive Thai salaries and benefits. The application deadline is 11th February 2008, but we prefer to receive applications as soon as possible. An application consists of a resume and cover letter that directly addresses the selection criteria detailed above. Please post or e-mail applications (e-mail strongly preferred) to:
Contact: Mekong School Program Coordinator
E-mail: mekong@earthrights.org
Mail: P.O. Box 123
Chiang Mai University
Chiang Mai 50202 THAILAND
EarthRights International is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, political belief, age, gender, or sexual orientation. Applications from women are particularly encouraged. For more information about EarthRights International programs, visit www.earthrights.org
ICBO CM vacancy announcement
Dear Friends, Please see the vacancy announcement below. If you know someone who is eligible for this position, please forward it to them. Best Nilar Institutional Capacity Building Officer
The International Rescue Committee serves refugees and communities victimized by oppression or violent conflict worldwide. Founded in 1933, the IRC is committed to freedom, human dignity, and self-reliance. This commitment is expressed in emergency relief, protection of human rights, post conflict development, resettlement assistance, and advocacy.
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) Thailand program, seeks qualified and motivated Thai national staff to fill a vacancy in its main office in Bangkok, for the position of
Institutional Capacity Building Officer
Location: ICB Resource Center, Chiang Mai
Report to:North Region Sub-grant Manager
Responsibilities:The ICB Program Officer works with Northern Region Sub-grant Manager to ensure successful implementation of CBO activities supported by ICB through trainings, sub-grants, coordination and networking in Chiang Mai Province.
• Responsible for the identification, development and implementation of all project partner training and technical assistance programs• Assists to develop the internal control procedures, procurement and financial manuals as part of their development program.• Assist to develop training curriculum for selected CBOs• Work closely with local groups to ensure that proper training systems are in place to address particular needs• Act as a trainer when necessary to increase capacity building skills of CBOs.• Represent transparently and professionally the IRC, and Institutional Capacity Building Program to the international and local communities of Thailand• Work closely with IRC media and documentation unit to share IRC’s lessons learned, reach out to a wider public and in general better advocate and support ICB program and activities• Develop plans for better inclusion of local stakeholders, i.e. government (local and ministries), business, etc.
Qualifications:• University Degree in Community Development or equivalent• 3 years experience working with NGOs in community development• Training development and implementation experience• Proven experience in developing and implementing needs assessments• Strong computer and internet skills• Strong relationship building skills• Ability to multi-task• Ability to communicate in Burmese and other ethic languages from Burma• Ability and willingness to travel to remote areas.
Application letter together with a copy of the most recent C.V stating, qualifications and experiences should be submitted to the following address.
Human Resources DepartmentInternational Rescue Committee –IRC1028/5 Pong-Amorn Building, 2nd floor, Rama IV road,Thungmahamek, Sathorn, Bangkok 10120
Email: hr@ircthailand.org
All applications will be treated confidentially and not returned,
The International Rescue Committee considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, national origin, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or physical or mental disability. The IRC is an equal opportunity employer.
The International Rescue Committee serves refugees and communities victimized by oppression or violent conflict worldwide. Founded in 1933, the IRC is committed to freedom, human dignity, and self-reliance. This commitment is expressed in emergency relief, protection of human rights, post conflict development, resettlement assistance, and advocacy.
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) Thailand program, seeks qualified and motivated Thai national staff to fill a vacancy in its main office in Bangkok, for the position of
Institutional Capacity Building Officer
Location: ICB Resource Center, Chiang Mai
Report to:North Region Sub-grant Manager
Responsibilities:The ICB Program Officer works with Northern Region Sub-grant Manager to ensure successful implementation of CBO activities supported by ICB through trainings, sub-grants, coordination and networking in Chiang Mai Province.
• Responsible for the identification, development and implementation of all project partner training and technical assistance programs• Assists to develop the internal control procedures, procurement and financial manuals as part of their development program.• Assist to develop training curriculum for selected CBOs• Work closely with local groups to ensure that proper training systems are in place to address particular needs• Act as a trainer when necessary to increase capacity building skills of CBOs.• Represent transparently and professionally the IRC, and Institutional Capacity Building Program to the international and local communities of Thailand• Work closely with IRC media and documentation unit to share IRC’s lessons learned, reach out to a wider public and in general better advocate and support ICB program and activities• Develop plans for better inclusion of local stakeholders, i.e. government (local and ministries), business, etc.
Qualifications:• University Degree in Community Development or equivalent• 3 years experience working with NGOs in community development• Training development and implementation experience• Proven experience in developing and implementing needs assessments• Strong computer and internet skills• Strong relationship building skills• Ability to multi-task• Ability to communicate in Burmese and other ethic languages from Burma• Ability and willingness to travel to remote areas.
Application letter together with a copy of the most recent C.V stating, qualifications and experiences should be submitted to the following address.
Human Resources DepartmentInternational Rescue Committee –IRC1028/5 Pong-Amorn Building, 2nd floor, Rama IV road,Thungmahamek, Sathorn, Bangkok 10120
Email: hr@ircthailand.org
All applications will be treated confidentially and not returned,
The International Rescue Committee considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, national origin, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or physical or mental disability. The IRC is an equal opportunity employer.
Internship post available in Geneva - trade and human rights
Dear friends and colleagues,
3D is seeking an intern in the area of trade and human rights, starting February 2008. Please feel free to forward this announcement to anyone you think might be interested.
What we are looking for
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate familiarity with human rights and trade policy issues. In particular, candidates should know how to navigate the websites of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights ( www.ohchr.org) and of the World Trade Organization (www.wto.org).
Excellent English-language writing skills are essential.
We request a minimum commitment of 5 months (full-time) or 6 months (part-time).
The deadline for applications is 31 January 2008.
For more information, please see the attached announcement.
3D à Trade - Human Rights - Equitable Economy
15, rue des Savoises
1205 Genève
Suisse
T +4122 320 21 21
F +4122 320 69 48
i...@3dthree.org
www.3dthree.org
3D is seeking an intern in the area of trade and human rights, starting February 2008. Please feel free to forward this announcement to anyone you think might be interested.
What we are looking for
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate familiarity with human rights and trade policy issues. In particular, candidates should know how to navigate the websites of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights ( www.ohchr.org) and of the World Trade Organization (www.wto.org).
Excellent English-language writing skills are essential.
We request a minimum commitment of 5 months (full-time) or 6 months (part-time).
The deadline for applications is 31 January 2008.
For more information, please see the attached announcement.
3D à Trade - Human Rights - Equitable Economy
15, rue des Savoises
1205 Genève
Suisse
T +4122 320 21 21
F +4122 320 69 48
i...@3dthree.org
www.3dthree.org
6 PhD fellowships at the University of Roma La Sapienza
6 PhD fellowships at the University of Roma La Sapienza
The Università di Roma "La Sapienza" offers n. 6 PhD fellowships for attaining the degree of "Dottore di Ricerca" (Ph. D.) in the Doctoral Schools listed in Appendix 1.Each fellowship amounts to 16,590 € per year (net of government taxes).The Ph.D. programme lasts for three years and may be extended to a fourth year (without grant), subject to approval by the School authorities. At the end of the first and of the second year of attendance, students have to be evaluated as proficient according to the rules of the Schools.
Applications are opened from candidates who:
are not Italian citizens;are not residents of Italy;have obtained abroad an academic qualification by a non-Italian institution equivalent tothe Italian "laurea specialistica" . The equivalence of each qualification to the relevant Italian degree will be ascertained (for the sole purpose of this competition) by the Academic Board of the Schools.
Selection and admissionsApplications will be evaluated on the basis of academic qualification by means of the documents.The evaluation will be made by a selection Board consisting of the Committee for Ph.D. courses of the Università "La Sapienza" and the representatives of the Ph.D. Schools Coordinators. Each selected candidate will be assigned to a Doctorate School. Each Doctorate School will decide in which Programme (within those belonging to the School, see Appendix 1) to enrol the candidate on the basis of both his/her preferences and interests.
Attainment of PhDStudents must attend the courses and the seminars offered by the Programme, pass the connected examinations, and prepare a PhD dissertation, that must have original results. The PhD title is obtained at the end of the third year after the candidate dissertation and its positive evaluation made by an independent Jury appointed by the Rector. The discussion may be delayed with the approval of the School authorities, but not for more than one year. Read more:http://cambodiajobs.blogspot.com/2008/01/6-phd-fellowships-at-university-of-roma.html
The Università di Roma "La Sapienza" offers n. 6 PhD fellowships for attaining the degree of "Dottore di Ricerca" (Ph. D.) in the Doctoral Schools listed in Appendix 1.Each fellowship amounts to 16,590 € per year (net of government taxes).The Ph.D. programme lasts for three years and may be extended to a fourth year (without grant), subject to approval by the School authorities. At the end of the first and of the second year of attendance, students have to be evaluated as proficient according to the rules of the Schools.
Applications are opened from candidates who:
are not Italian citizens;are not residents of Italy;have obtained abroad an academic qualification by a non-Italian institution equivalent tothe Italian "laurea specialistica" . The equivalence of each qualification to the relevant Italian degree will be ascertained (for the sole purpose of this competition) by the Academic Board of the Schools.
Selection and admissionsApplications will be evaluated on the basis of academic qualification by means of the documents.The evaluation will be made by a selection Board consisting of the Committee for Ph.D. courses of the Università "La Sapienza" and the representatives of the Ph.D. Schools Coordinators. Each selected candidate will be assigned to a Doctorate School. Each Doctorate School will decide in which Programme (within those belonging to the School, see Appendix 1) to enrol the candidate on the basis of both his/her preferences and interests.
Attainment of PhDStudents must attend the courses and the seminars offered by the Programme, pass the connected examinations, and prepare a PhD dissertation, that must have original results. The PhD title is obtained at the end of the third year after the candidate dissertation and its positive evaluation made by an independent Jury appointed by the Rector. The discussion may be delayed with the approval of the School authorities, but not for more than one year. Read more:http://cambodiajobs.blogspot.com/2008/01/6-phd-fellowships-at-university-of-roma.html
Scholarships from the Belgian government
Scholarships from the Belgian government*
Belgian development cooperation works according to three distinct systems: direct (bilateral), multilateral and indirect development cooperation. Direct development cooperation is implemented by the Belgian government through the Belgian Technical Cooperation (BTC), in close cooperation with the governments of 18 countries in the South. Multilateral development cooperation goes through international organisations and agencies like the UN. Indirect development cooperation goes through DGDC-funded organisations like VLIR.
There are mainly two sources of scholarships: direct funding (Belgian Bilateral Scholarships) through the Belgian embassies and BTC on the one hand, and indirect funding via those organizations like VLIR.
VLIR offers a number of scholarships every year, so that students from developing countries can access these programmes.
Please note that the VLIR scholarship programme is aimed at individuals from a particular context who meet specific requirements. VLIR provides scholarships to people from developing countries with a minimum of professional experience who occupy key or strategic positions at an institution in their native country. The opportunities for knowledge transfer and knowledge application and transfer after the scholar returns home, is an important scholarship selection criterion.
*Eligible Country:*
- *ASIA*: Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Palestinian Administered Areas, Philippines and Vietnam.
- *AFRICA*: Algeria, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, ( Congo, Democratic Republic) Ethiopia, Guinea, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Mozambique, Niger, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
- *Latin America*: Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Nicaragua, Peru and Surinam.
*Read more:*
http://*cambodiajobs.blogspot.com*/2008/01/scholarships-from-belgian-government.html <http://cambodiajobs.blogspot.com/2008/01/scholarships-from-belgian-go...>
Belgian development cooperation works according to three distinct systems: direct (bilateral), multilateral and indirect development cooperation. Direct development cooperation is implemented by the Belgian government through the Belgian Technical Cooperation (BTC), in close cooperation with the governments of 18 countries in the South. Multilateral development cooperation goes through international organisations and agencies like the UN. Indirect development cooperation goes through DGDC-funded organisations like VLIR.
There are mainly two sources of scholarships: direct funding (Belgian Bilateral Scholarships) through the Belgian embassies and BTC on the one hand, and indirect funding via those organizations like VLIR.
VLIR offers a number of scholarships every year, so that students from developing countries can access these programmes.
Please note that the VLIR scholarship programme is aimed at individuals from a particular context who meet specific requirements. VLIR provides scholarships to people from developing countries with a minimum of professional experience who occupy key or strategic positions at an institution in their native country. The opportunities for knowledge transfer and knowledge application and transfer after the scholar returns home, is an important scholarship selection criterion.
*Eligible Country:*
- *ASIA*: Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Palestinian Administered Areas, Philippines and Vietnam.
- *AFRICA*: Algeria, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, ( Congo, Democratic Republic) Ethiopia, Guinea, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Mozambique, Niger, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
- *Latin America*: Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Nicaragua, Peru and Surinam.
*Read more:*
http://*cambodiajobs.blogspot.com*/2008/01/scholarships-from-belgian-government.html <http://cambodiajobs.blogspot.com/2008/01/scholarships-from-belgian-go...>
Thursday, January 17, 2008
When is the press going to ask about global warming?
The press has been asking the presidential candidates hundreds of questions on a range of issues, but seldom asks about the greatest threat to our planet: the climate crisis. I want to know how the next President -- Democrat, Republican or Independent -- is going to address this critical issue. Don't you?Please click here to sign our petition urging the press to ask the candidates questions about global warming.A League of Conservation Voters study found that ABC's George Stephanopoulos asked presidential candidates more than 767 questions -- only 5 of which were related to global warming. CNN's Wolf Blitzer asked more than 402 questions -- only 5 were about global warming. Sadly, other political commentators and reporters have shown a similar disregard for this key issue.This crisis is solvable but it will take leadership. Technologies are available and numerous policies for accelerating their use have been carefully considered. It is now up to our elected representatives to galvanize implementation. Quickly. The next US President must lead this effort.More important than asking candidates about UFOs, childhood nicknames or sports teams, the press needs to ask candidates how they intend to unlock solutions to the climate crisis. Reporters and their editors need to hear from readers like you and me.Please sign our petition today and urge the press to ask much-needed questions on how candidates will address global warming.
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Ambassadorial Scholarships
Ambassadorial Scholarships
A mbassadorial Scholarships, The Rotary Foundation's oldest and best-known program, was founded in 1947. Since then, nearly 38,000 men and women from about 100 nations have studied abroad under its auspices. Today it is the world's largest privately funded international scholarships program. Nearly 800 scholarships were awarded for study in 2005-06. Through grants totaling approximately US$500 million, recipients from about 70 countries studied in more than 70 nations.
"The Rotary Foundation does some terrific things, not the least of which is the Ambassadorial Scholarships program." — Michael R. Whiteman, international programs director, University of Idaho
The purpose of the Ambassadorial Scholarships program is to further international understanding and friendly relations among people of different countries and geographical areas. The program sponsors several types of scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students as well as for qualified professionals pursuing vocational studies. While abroad, scholars serve as goodwill ambassadors to the host country and give presentations about their homelands to Rotary clubs and other groups. Upon returning home, scholars share with Rotarians and others the experiences that led to a greater understanding of their host country.
Generous contributions from Rotarians worldwide represent a continued faith that today’s Ambassadorial Scholars will be tomorrow's community and world leaders.
How to apply
Use the Club Locator to find contact information for Rotary clubs. If your hometown does not have a Rotary club, try entering the names of nearby cities. You can also consult a local telephone directory.
Download the Ambassadorial Scholarships application form (PDF)
More info: http://www.rotary.org/EN/ABOUTUS/Pages/ridefault.aspx
A mbassadorial Scholarships, The Rotary Foundation's oldest and best-known program, was founded in 1947. Since then, nearly 38,000 men and women from about 100 nations have studied abroad under its auspices. Today it is the world's largest privately funded international scholarships program. Nearly 800 scholarships were awarded for study in 2005-06. Through grants totaling approximately US$500 million, recipients from about 70 countries studied in more than 70 nations.
"The Rotary Foundation does some terrific things, not the least of which is the Ambassadorial Scholarships program." — Michael R. Whiteman, international programs director, University of Idaho
The purpose of the Ambassadorial Scholarships program is to further international understanding and friendly relations among people of different countries and geographical areas. The program sponsors several types of scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students as well as for qualified professionals pursuing vocational studies. While abroad, scholars serve as goodwill ambassadors to the host country and give presentations about their homelands to Rotary clubs and other groups. Upon returning home, scholars share with Rotarians and others the experiences that led to a greater understanding of their host country.
Generous contributions from Rotarians worldwide represent a continued faith that today’s Ambassadorial Scholars will be tomorrow's community and world leaders.
How to apply
Use the Club Locator to find contact information for Rotary clubs. If your hometown does not have a Rotary club, try entering the names of nearby cities. You can also consult a local telephone directory.
Download the Ambassadorial Scholarships application form (PDF)
More info: http://www.rotary.org/EN/ABOUTUS/Pages/ridefault.aspx
Advanced Study of Khmer (ASK) Program_Summer Abroad Program in Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Advanced Study of Khmer (ASK) Program_Summer Abroad Program in Phnom Penh, Cambodia (Deadline: March 03, 2008)
The Advanced Study of Khmer (ASK) Summer Abroad Program is an intensive eight-week Khmer language-training program held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. It aims to fill a void in the US academic community by providing 3rd year level Khmer students with a "one-of-a-kind" opportunity to acquire the linguistic foundation necessary to engage in academic research, professional discourse, and cultural immersion with all segments of Cambodian society.
This program is administered by the College of Languages and Literature at the University of Hawai’i (UH), and sponsored by the UH Center for Southeast Asian Studies and the Royal University of Phnom-Penh (RUPP) in Cambodia. The ASK project will increase the number of linguistically competent Khmer-speaking professionals available for employment in federal agencies, departments responsible for national security, and all non-governmental agencies. Also, it will promote scholarly cooperation, cultural and socio-economic understanding between Cambodia and the US.
The ASK curriculum is intensive, and implements seven instructional modules based on ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Instruction is given to small individualized groups taught by Khmer linguists from the Institute of Foreign Languages (IFL) at RUPP. ASK is a structure academic program consisting of four hours of formal classroom instruction each morning, followed by (a three hours) pre-arranged afternoon site visit and related task-based learning opportunities to observe, analyze, interact, and experience issues introduced in the morning sessions, as well as to practice their language skills. These activities include meetings with governmental offices, local non-governmental organizations, businesses, and encourage student interaction with all segments of Cambodian society. In addition, the curriculum includes one week home-stay with rural families in local villages and day-long weekend field trips to outlying areas of Phnom Penh. In language study, immersion is fluency's best guarantee.
The project director for this program is Dr. Chhany Sak-Humphry. She has taught classes in Khmer language at the University of Hawaii for eighteen years and has developed extensive teaching materials for these classes. She strongly believes that total immersion is the best opportunity for students to learn, grow to enjoy, and understand Khmer language, culture and its people. Proficiency in language provides students with the foundation necessary for academic growth, research skills and future career opportunities. In addition, the ASK project will increase the number of Khmer linguistically competent professionals across the United States to supply its shortage domestically and internationally.
Please see the ASK program website to learn more about the program, programrequirements, or to apply online.http://www.manoa.hawaii.edu/ask
http://khmer.hawaii.edu/ask
The Advanced Study of Khmer (ASK) Summer Abroad Program is an intensive eight-week Khmer language-training program held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. It aims to fill a void in the US academic community by providing 3rd year level Khmer students with a "one-of-a-kind" opportunity to acquire the linguistic foundation necessary to engage in academic research, professional discourse, and cultural immersion with all segments of Cambodian society.
This program is administered by the College of Languages and Literature at the University of Hawai’i (UH), and sponsored by the UH Center for Southeast Asian Studies and the Royal University of Phnom-Penh (RUPP) in Cambodia. The ASK project will increase the number of linguistically competent Khmer-speaking professionals available for employment in federal agencies, departments responsible for national security, and all non-governmental agencies. Also, it will promote scholarly cooperation, cultural and socio-economic understanding between Cambodia and the US.
The ASK curriculum is intensive, and implements seven instructional modules based on ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Instruction is given to small individualized groups taught by Khmer linguists from the Institute of Foreign Languages (IFL) at RUPP. ASK is a structure academic program consisting of four hours of formal classroom instruction each morning, followed by (a three hours) pre-arranged afternoon site visit and related task-based learning opportunities to observe, analyze, interact, and experience issues introduced in the morning sessions, as well as to practice their language skills. These activities include meetings with governmental offices, local non-governmental organizations, businesses, and encourage student interaction with all segments of Cambodian society. In addition, the curriculum includes one week home-stay with rural families in local villages and day-long weekend field trips to outlying areas of Phnom Penh. In language study, immersion is fluency's best guarantee.
The project director for this program is Dr. Chhany Sak-Humphry. She has taught classes in Khmer language at the University of Hawaii for eighteen years and has developed extensive teaching materials for these classes. She strongly believes that total immersion is the best opportunity for students to learn, grow to enjoy, and understand Khmer language, culture and its people. Proficiency in language provides students with the foundation necessary for academic growth, research skills and future career opportunities. In addition, the ASK project will increase the number of Khmer linguistically competent professionals across the United States to supply its shortage domestically and internationally.
Please see the ASK program website to learn more about the program, programrequirements, or to apply online.http://www.manoa.hawaii.edu/ask
http://khmer.hawaii.edu/ask
The Fujitsu Asia Pacific Scholarship (Fujitsu Scholarship) Program
Fujitsu Scholarship
The Fujitsu Asia Pacific Scholarship (Fujitsu Scholarship) Program, sponsored by Fujitsu Limited, provides financial assistance for postgraduate education and cross-cultural management training to participants from the Asia-Pacific region. Fujitsu Limited, an international leader in information technology, telecommunications, semiconductors and electronics that is headquartered in Tokyo, established the Fujitsu Scholarship to commemorate its 50th anniversary in 1985.
The Fujitsu Scholarship program is available for academic programs at JAIMS. JAIMS, located in Honolulu, Hawaii, is a nonprofit postgraduate institute established by Fujitsu in 1972. Many Fujitsu Scholarship recipients/graduates are now working for corporate and social-service organizations in their home countries as well as in other nations.
The Fujitsu Scholarship is available to citizens of selected Asia-Pacific countries in the following formats:
Full-tuition scholarship and a monthly stipend are available to citizens of the following countries: Cambodia, China*, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar*, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam*.
Full-tuition scholarship with no monthly stipend is available to citizens of the following countries/areas: State of Hawaii, Australia, Hong Kong, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, and Taiwan.
EWKLP Fujitsu Scholarship applicants must submit completed documents listed below.
Fujitsu Scholarship Application(including the essay and work experience information)
Two Recommendation Forms
EWKLP Application Form
TOEFL, TOEIC, or IELTS score report
Official transcripts must be sent directly to JAIMS from all academic institutions attended.
The above items must be sent to: JAIMS Admissions Office, 6660 Hawaii Kai Drive, Honolulu, HI 96825-1192, U.S.A.
Download application materials:You can download the Acrobat PDF version of the Fujitsu Scholarship and EWKLP application documents below.
Fujitsu Scholarship Application Packet (104KB / A4)(including Recommendation Forms)
EWKLP Application Packet (63KB / A4)
Contact detail:
Australia and New Zealand, E-mail:fujitsu.scholarship@au.fujitsu.com
China, E-mail:jaims@cn.fujitsu.com
Hawaii, E-mail:rox@jaims.org
Hong Kong, E-mail:emily@hk.fujitsu.com
India, E-mail:rsaxena@fujitsu-india.com
Sri Lanka, E-mail:rsaxena@fujitsu-india.com
Indonesia, E-mail:scholarship@id.fujitsu.com
Japan, E-mail:dsaka@jp.fujitsu.com
Korea, E-mail:wjlee@kr.fujitsu.com
Malaysia, E-mail:chrisng@fms.my.fujitsu.com
Philippines, E-mail:m.que@ph.fujitsu.com
Singapore, E-mail:colin@sg.fujitsu.com
Taiwan, E-mail:alexlin@tw.fujitsu.com
Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand, E-mail:linda@th.fujitsu.com
Vietnam, E-mail:chick@vn.fujitsu.com
More info: http://www.fujitsu.com/global/about/responsibility/community/scholarship/
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