CSTR2:

Countries like japan, south korea, are basically under American control and they are as developed or in the case of japan even more developed than America.

abbk000:
This may be useful to you or anyone you know.

US Government is looking for 1000 leaders for 2016 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders.

Application is available online at http://youngafricanleaders.state.gov (see attached document for further information)

Date: October 1 - November 11, 2015

ELIGIBILITY:
· Are between the ages of 25 and 35 at the time of application submission, although exceptional applicants younger than 25 will be considered.
· Are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. (ensure your passport is valid till at least 2017)
· Are proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English. Avoid grammatical blunders & typos, avoid big words & if you do, be sure to understand its meaning in the American English
· A proven record of leadership and accomplishment in public service, business and entrepreneurship, or civic engagement.
· A demonstrated commitment to public or community service, volunteerism, or mentorship.
· The ability to work cooperatively in diverse groups and respect the opinions of others.
· Strong social and communication skills.
· An energetic, positive attitude.
· Demonstrated knowledge, interest and professional experience in the sector/track selected.
· A commitment to return to Africa and apply leadership skills and training to benefit the applicant’s country and/or community after they return home. You would be unable to relocate to the US for 2years, only visits.

The application will collect basic information and will include questions regarding the applicant’s professional and academic experience, including educational background; honors and awards received; extracurricular and volunteer activities; and English language proficiency (no false information please)


https://youngafricanleaders.state.gov/applying-to-be-a-mandela-washington-fellow-answers-from-the-experts/

blank:
Seems like it is for unemployed people.
Who would resign for a 6 week internship?

SHOCK7:

So what do u do?

abbk000:
This may be useful to you or anyone you know.

US Government is looking for 1000 leaders for 2016 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders.

Application is available online at http://youngafricanleaders.state.gov (see attached document for further information)

Date: October 1 - November 11, 2015

ELIGIBILITY:
· Are between the ages of 25 and 35 at the time of application submission, although exceptional applicants younger than 25 will be considered.
· Are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. (ensure your passport is valid till at least 2017)
· Are proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English. Avoid grammatical blunders & typos, avoid big words & if you do, be sure to understand its meaning in the American English
· A proven record of leadership and accomplishment in public service, business and entrepreneurship, or civic engagement.
· A demonstrated commitment to public or community service, volunteerism, or mentorship.
· The ability to work cooperatively in diverse groups and respect the opinions of others.
· Strong social and communication skills.
· An energetic, positive attitude.
· Demonstrated knowledge, interest and professional experience in the sector/track selected.
· A commitment to return to Africa and apply leadership skills and training to benefit the applicant’s country and/or community after they return home. You would be unable to relocate to the US for 2years, only visits.

The application will collect basic information and will include questions regarding the applicant’s professional and academic experience, including educational background; honors and awards received; extracurricular and volunteer activities; and English language proficiency (no false information please)


https://youngafricanleaders.state.gov/applying-to-be-a-mandela-washington-fellow-answers-from-the-experts/

ignis:
please, have anyone applied yet?

Bespiel:


yea....tedious tho. have u applied too?

ignis:

I stopped halfway

Bespiel:


Lol.it took me hours. At the end, you will be asked how many minutes it took you to complete the application

GideonG:
I have been invited for interview! I might go to USA this year, if everything goes successfully. May God bless our hustle!

olupentane:

Good luck bro. when did you receive the invitation?

GideonG:
I have been invited for interview! I might go to USA this year, if everything goes successfully. May God bless our hustle!

GideonG:
I have been invited for interview! I might go to USA this year, if everything goes successfully. May God bless our hustle!

NobleAky:
..hahahaaha same here. The essay section took my precious time though i was able to complete mine

Bespiel:

Hello NobleAky

NobleAky:
yes!

Bespiel:


From the calendar, interview is supposed to be in March. I'm surprised someone has gotten an invite already.


Lets still wait a bit tho. Do you have a valid international passport?

NobleAky:
interview is suppose to be held by Jan and Feb. Match is when all applicants will be notified of their application status

Bespiel:


Hi, All i got yesterday was a mail from YALI. I did not get any invite for interview. Could you copy and paste the invite? Thanks

NobleAky:
gudluck bro! I applied too but haven't gotten any mail yet. When and Where is ur interview taking place and what are the chances that one will still be invited after mails have been sent out to some people

Bespiel:


From the calendar, interview is supposed to be in March. I'm surprised someone has gotten an invite already.


Lets still wait a bit tho. Do you have a valid international passport?

GideonG:

I currently don't have the facility to do that, but I received a message from USEmbassy this morning through sms. Since over 50,000 people applied, I think it should be according to badges.