programs and events 2009

MEPI 2010 Leaders for Democracy Fellowship Program

September 18, 2009

US Embassy Beirut is seeking applications for the MEPI 2010 Leaders for Democracy Fellowship Program.  This program will take place March 22 to June 4, 2010 and will be hosted by Syracuse University, Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs in Syracuse, New York.

The program is open to applicants between the ages of 25 and 40 with a Bachelor’s degree, about five years of work experience, and sufficient English language fluency to function successfully in an American academic and professional environment.

The program begins with six weeks of academic coursework, followed by a six-week professional assignment with a political, non-governmental, or public policy organization.

All costs and expenses, including travel, health insurance, housing and a living stipend, will be covered by MEPI and Syracuse for all Fellows.

Interested applicants should send their updated resume as well as a short essay by email to MEPIBeirut@state.gov no later than October 16, 2009.

The essay, which should be written in English and not exceed 1000 words, will answer the following questions:

How will a MEPI Leaders for Democracy Fellowship enable you to better lead your community or country toward greater democracy and citizen participation in the institutions and activities of government?

Specifically, what do you hope to gain from this program and what are your plans to apply the experience it offers?

What changes do you hope to bring about in your country during the next 10 years?

A detailed document about the program can be found at:
http://mepi.state.gov/documents/organization/127404.pdf