5 reasons why you should become a member of "Youth for Environment” project

"Youth for Environment" project of For Vietnamese Stature Foundation (VSF) has overcome 82 proposals across Asia and the Pacific region to become one of 13 organizations received funding from Asia - Pacific Media Grants 2020 (Earth Journalism Network). The project aims to increase the participation of youths in environmental issues, and generate positive changes in governmental and business environmental policies for a more sustainable way of life.

Let’s explore 5 reasons why you should consider becoming a member of the project "Youth for Environment".

1. Opportunities to attend skill training courses taught by experienced experts

3 training courses will be organized exclusively for project team with the following topics: i) Leadership and teamwork; ii) How to effectively operate an attractive social media channel on environmental issues; iii) News/article writing techniques (including content and form).

The lecturers of the training courses are enthusiastic and experienced experts in the field of environment, media and journalism, from Non-governmental organizations, the leading press agencies and universities.

2. Opportunities to express yourself and contribute to society

In the process of participating in "Youth for Environment" project , the skills that you have been trained will be applied into reality to create environmental communication products such as reports, in-depth articles, videos, propaganda posters,...

In addition, connecting a network of university students creates a community for the environment that will bring a strong voice in society, contribute to changing the community's awareness about environmental issues.

3. Access to a dynamic and professional working environment

During the process of participating in the project, you will be working at VSF office at least 8 hours per week. This is an opportunity to cultivate your career skills, promote capacity and experience in a real working environment that is not for all student.

The experts at VSF will give advices, support and orientate to help you maximize your potential and ability.

4. Opportunities to exchange with leading experts in the fields of journalism, environment and media

"Youth for Environment" project mobilizes many environmental experts such as policy makers, journalists, researchers, social activists and businesses... You will not only be directly guided by the experts in the training sessions, but also will be able to have a face-to-face conversation with experts in 3 talk shows organized by VSF. Therefore, if you become an official member of the project, you can actively receive and acquire knowledge from many experts in many fields.

5. To receive allowances and certificates of participation in the project

In addition to the above-mentioned opportunities, members of "Youth for Environment" project  will be received allowances for 11 months, including: fixed allowance of VND 1,400,000/person/month; allowances for petrol and telephone cost: VND 400,000/ person/month. In addition, the project also provides meals, accommodation and travel expenses for field research trips according to project norms. This is a support for the project participants to have more conditions to develop and contribute to environmental activities.

Furthermore, with the certificates of participation in a community development project sponsored by an international organization, you will have a steady stepping stone to reach core goals on the career path.

Are 5 above reasons enough to persuade you to become a member of "Youth for Environment" project? Quickly complete your curriculum vitae and send it to VSF before 5 p.m on March 10, 2020.

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