Deadline: 6 November 2018

Applications are open for the Civil Society Leaders Programme which will bring together emerging civil society leaders from the Syrian, Palestinian and Lebanese communities.

The programme will introduce them to working together, in a fresh and exciting way, to develop innovative ideas to tackle common challenges. The programme will be run by Common Purpose working with the Asfari Foundation and the Asfari Institute for Civil Society and Citizenship at AUB.

There is no cost to the participants except for travel to and from the programme venue for those living in Beirut. Bursaries are available for travel and accommodation for people living outside of Beirut.

Why take part?

The experience will help participants to:

• stretch their analytical and creative skills by exposing them to a new approach to innovation;
• develop their Cultural Intelligence, the ability to cross boundaries and thrive in multiple cultures, by throwing them into a difficult task with a diverse group
• enhance their ability to Lead Beyond Authority—to lead in situations where they have no formal authority, key for civil society leaders
• build new networks, by giving them access to participants and contributors they might otherwise never meet
• develop new ideas and approaches to increase their impact beyond the programme

How does it work?

The programme focusses on a Challenge.

Over four days participants are guided through a process of creativity and innovation, to explore the challenge through every possible angle – visiting organizations and meeting leaders with knowledge of development and social innovation.

Participants will develop ideas in response to the challenge, which they present to a panel of senior leaders. They then work on their ideas individually and collectively, building long-lasting connections and developing projects that can be prototyped after the programme.

Eligibility Criteria

• They invite applications from exceptional emerging civil society leaders from the Lebanese, Syrian and Palestinian communities in Lebanon.
• When and where: 3-6 December 2018, Beirut.
• The programme will be run in English and Arabic. Applicants must be proficient in spoken English.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online via given website.

For more information, please visit Civil Society Leaders Programme.