Applications are currently invited from suitably qualified individuals to participate in the UNESCO World Heritage Young Professionals Forum to gain local insights on heritage management from the experience of the host country and through site visits to World Heritage properties.
The World Heritage Young Professionals Forum are among the flagship activities of the World Heritage Education Programme, designed to foster intercultural learning and exchange by bringing together young people and heritage experts from different parts of the world to discover new roles for themselves in heritage conservation.
SUMMARY:
- Organisation: UNESCO
- Program Location: Delhi, India
- Program Duration: Not stated
- Available Slot: 50
- Basic Qualifications: Young Professionals
- Nationality: All Nationalities
Also Apply: Theirworld’s Global Youth Ambassador programme 2024
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for the UNESCO World Heritage Young Professionals Forum are as follows:
- Applicants must be aged between 23 and 32 years
- Experienced in one of these fields: World Heritage, conservation, archaeology, architecture, conservation, urban planning & regeneration, restoration, art history, tourism, climate change, and digital technology
- Motivated and committed to implementing the outcomes of the Forum in their respective countries
- Committed to enhancing community engagement in the management of World Heritage properties
- Available for the entire duration of the Forum
- Proficient in English, as the Forum will be conducted entirely in English In addition to general eligibility, the following elements will also be considered in selecting the participants:
- Balanced geographical representation
- Gender equality
- Diversity of professional backgrounds
- Ability to disseminate gained experience in the country or institution of origin
- Knowledge and experience in the management practices for World Heritage sites
See Also: UNICEF USA National Youth Council Volunteer Program [Paid Position]
Application Procedures
How-to-Apply: All interested candidates for UNESCO World Heritage Young Professionals Forum who wish to apply for participation in the World Heritage Young Professionals Forum are invited to complete the form at the following link: https://unesco-2023.limesurvey.net/771133?lang=en.
Please note that the application form must be completed only in English. Applications submitted in other languages will not be considered. In addition to education and background information, candidates are also required to submit their CV and a copy of their passport size photo. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application Deadline: April 30, 2024