APPLICATIONS INVITED FOR “SAARC YOUTH AWARD – 2008”
SAARC invites applications from the youth of the region to participate in the “SAARC Youth Award - 2008”. The aim of the Scheme is to provide suitable recognition to extra-ordinary young talents and encourage the overall development of the youth in the region.
Objectives:
i. to give recognition to the outstanding work done by young persons;
ii. to provide youth the incentive to achieve excellence in the various fields;
iii. to improve educational and technical skills of youth and to encourage them in creative activities; and
iv. to encourage in the youth the development of personality through positive social attitudes and values.
Theme of the Award:
The theme of the Award - 2008 has been decided as “From Himalayan glaciers to verdant plains to coral reefs – protecting the Environment in South Asia”
Eligibility:
The Award is open to nationals of SAARC Member States who are within the age group of 20-35 years at the time of nomination. The work or achievement, which has been submitted for or received an international or regional award, will not be eligible for consideration. As per the decision of the Thirtieth Session of the SAARC Council of Ministers (Colombo, 31 July – 1 August 2008), the SAARC Youth Award Scheme would be gender balanced and the Youth Award for 2008 will be conferred upon women candidates only.
Description of Award:
i. A citation in English;
ii. A SAARC Gold Medal;
iii. A cash prize of US$1,500.00 (One Thousand Five hundred US Dollars)
iv. Per diem and return air ticket for travel to the venue of the presentation of the award.
Last Date:
The Last Date for reciept of applications on the prescribed format is 15th October, 2008. Neat and Applications along with necessary documents should be sent to the following address:
Joint Secretary (SAARC)
Ministry of External Affairs
Room No. 807, Akabar Bhawan
Chanakyapuri, New Delhi - 110021
CLICK HERE FOR PRESCRIBED FORMAT (PROFORMA)
Note: Incomplete applications and entries received after the deadline will not be entertained.
For More Details Please Visit: www.saarc-sec.org
SAARC invites applications from the youth of the region to participate in the “SAARC Youth Award - 2008”. The aim of the Scheme is to provide suitable recognition to extra-ordinary young talents and encourage the overall development of the youth in the region.
Objectives:
i. to give recognition to the outstanding work done by young persons;
ii. to provide youth the incentive to achieve excellence in the various fields;
iii. to improve educational and technical skills of youth and to encourage them in creative activities; and
iv. to encourage in the youth the development of personality through positive social attitudes and values.
Theme of the Award:
The theme of the Award - 2008 has been decided as “From Himalayan glaciers to verdant plains to coral reefs – protecting the Environment in South Asia”
Eligibility:
The Award is open to nationals of SAARC Member States who are within the age group of 20-35 years at the time of nomination. The work or achievement, which has been submitted for or received an international or regional award, will not be eligible for consideration. As per the decision of the Thirtieth Session of the SAARC Council of Ministers (Colombo, 31 July – 1 August 2008), the SAARC Youth Award Scheme would be gender balanced and the Youth Award for 2008 will be conferred upon women candidates only.
Description of Award:
i. A citation in English;
ii. A SAARC Gold Medal;
iii. A cash prize of US$1,500.00 (One Thousand Five hundred US Dollars)
iv. Per diem and return air ticket for travel to the venue of the presentation of the award.
Last Date:
The Last Date for reciept of applications on the prescribed format is 15th October, 2008. Neat and Applications along with necessary documents should be sent to the following address:
Joint Secretary (SAARC)
Ministry of External Affairs
Room No. 807, Akabar Bhawan
Chanakyapuri, New Delhi - 110021
CLICK HERE FOR PRESCRIBED FORMAT (PROFORMA)
Note: Incomplete applications and entries received after the deadline will not be entertained.
For More Details Please Visit: www.saarc-sec.org