The Next Einstein Forum (NEF) is working to build a targeted team of 54 young Ambassadors, one from each African country, to participate in the NEF Global Gathering 2016, champion African science, technology, engineering and math globally and become part of the growing NEF community.

NEF Country Ambassadors Benefits
Represent your country at NEF events
Attend the prestigious, invitation-only NEF Global Gathering with all costs covered. The event will include Nobel Prize winners, heads of state and representatives from leading global corporations.
Participate in interviews, panels and the showcasing of research, NEF work and articles on science, social science and technology, among other events during/following the NEF Global Gathering.
Have the opportunity to network with other experts and NEF Fellows, as well as top scientists, social scientists and technology leaders from around the world
Influence science, social science and technology policy through NEF articles and documents and share their own work.
Pitch your own projects and ideas to high profile NEF members and contribute to the establishment of a positive global view of science in Africa

Conditions of Eligibility
42 years of age or less as of 31 December, 2015
Resident of an African country
A history of leadership and engagement in the community
Advanced studies or professional certificates, personal projects, demonstrated entrepreneurial achievements and similar – a Doctorate is not required
Applicants are encouraged from all fields of science, including basic sciences, STEM, health and social science fields
Demonstrated passion for raising Africa’s profile in science and/or social science
An active profile in the community of work/study and/or online including social media
Able to clearly communicate to an audience in English or French


Deadline: 31 August 2015

Apply Now: http://opportuniti.org/?p=837