The 2024 Ilia Calderon Scholarship applications are now open. Building upon the resounding success of its previous iterations, the Ilia Calderon Scholarship, in collaboration with One Young World and the Jang Calderón Family Foundation, continues its mission to support and uplift Afro-descendant or Indigenous leaders from Latin America and the Caribbean.
The partnership between One Young World and the Jang Calderón Family Foundation (JCFF ) signifies a commitment to nurturing the next generation of leaders who are poised to make a meaningful impact in their communities. Established in 2020, the JCFF has been dedicated to assisting underprivileged youth in realizing their professional aspirations and advocating for racial equality, inclusion, and diversity.
Ilia Calderon Scholarship Details
The Ilia Calderon Scholarship serves as a testament to the belief that talent knows no boundaries. By providing access to the One Young World Summit 2024 in Montreal, Canada, the scholarship opens doors for young leaders to connect, collaborate, and amplify their voices on a global stage.
This opportunity not only enriches the lives of the scholarship recipients but also contributes to the collective progress of society.
Eligibility Criteria
Prospective Candidates must be:
- Between the ages of 18 – 30 at the time of the One Young World Summit 2024 in Montreal, Canada (18 – 21 September 2024)
Eligible Nationalities include:
- Colombia
- Venezuela
- Dominican Republic
- Haiti
- Panama
- Honduras
- Costa Rica
- El Salvador
- Guatemala
- Mexico
- Nicaragua
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Cuba
- Dominica
- Guyana
- Grenada
- Jamaica
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Suriname
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Argentina
- Bolivia
- Chile
- Ecuador
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Uruguay
- Brazil
Benefits
The benefits of the Ilia Calderon Scholarship extend far beyond the Summit itself. Recipients receive support, including:
- Hotel accommodation
- Travel expenses
- Visa costs, and catering during the event.
- In addition, translation services (English to Spanish) are provided to ensure that language barriers do not hinder meaningful participation.
- The scholarship empowers Afro-descendant and Indigenous leaders to share their perspectives, insights, and experiences on a global platform. This helps to enrich the dialogue surrounding pressing issues facing their communities and the world at large.
How to Apply
- To apply for Ilia Calderon Scholarship, Interested candidates can visit the One Young World website at https://www.oneyoungworld.com/form/ilia-calderon-scholarship-2024
- Complete the four-stage application, providing essential details such as personal information, contact details, nationality, and level of studies achieved.
For more information, visit the official website at https://www.oneyoungworld.com/scholarships/ilia-calderon/2024
Evaluation
The evaluation criteria for the scholarship include:
- Candidates are assessed based on the relevance and significance of their initiatives;
- Their demonstrated capacity for leadership;
- Their track record of generating impactful ideas.
- Also, the motivation to participate in One Young World serves as a testament to the candidates’ dedication to effecting positive change.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for Ilia Calderon Scholarship 2024, is April 3, 2024.
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