Model OSCE for Youth in Batumi

The OSCE is organizing a Model Conference in Batumi, Georgia, from 19 to 23 November 2019 to provide future decision-makers and activists insights into how multilateral institutions work.

We want to raise awareness about the OSCE, its security concepts and the consensus based decision-making process. The event promotes exchange between young political experts and other professionals, and stresses the role of youth in peace and security issues.

Participants will have an opportunity to contribute to the creation of a strong and diverse youth network, gravitating around OSCE’s values and commitments and engage in civic processes in Georgia. The Model OSCE will feature a simulation exercise based on the work of one of the Organization’s decision-making bodies, the Permanent Council. In addition to taking part in the simulation exercise, participants will take part in a series of briefings, courses and interactive workshops taught by international experts.

All expenses for participating, including travel and accommodation, are covered by the organizers.

Eligibility

• Under 30 years of age
• Citizen of an OSCE participating State. Preference will be given to residents of the following states: Georgia, Albania, Austria, Finland, Italy and Slovakia.
• Students, entrepreneurs and young professionals holding a degree and/or working in a subject relevant to the OSCE such as international relations, political science, law, human rights, environmental security etc.
• Oral fluency in English (at least C1 level or equivalent). Language level will be verified prior to the selection procedure.
• Women are encouraged to apply. The OSCE encourages women participation to its events. Gender balance, as well as diversity of experiences and backgrounds, will therefore be taken into consideration in the selection procedure.

How to apply?

Please send your CV in English, with a short paragraph on you and your motivation to the following email address: modelosce.batumi@osce.org. Deadline for all applications is set on October 21.

All positive applications will be informed by November 4.

Deadline: 21 October 2019

Open to:  Georgian citizens and citizens from other OSCE participating States