On behalf of MoNYS 2012 team,
It is our pleasure to invite you to the 1st edition of Model NATO Youth Summit. We are very excited and proud to announce you that MoNYS 2012 will be the first simulation of the NATO decision-making process in Europe and the largest one in the world.
If you are passionate about international relations and you have always wondered how it feels to be one of the most important diplomats in the world, you have come to the right place.
As a NATO delegate, you have the authority to debate on major political and security issues and make decisions that will change the world as we know it. You will have the chance to boost your negotiation and communication skills in a dynamic and interactive environment, with young people from across the globe, that share the same interests.
Why?
Because MoNYS is a unique opportunity for you. Because this unique event in Europe is the biggest event of its kind in the world.
It is going to be the experience of a lifetime!
Who?
221 participants representing 29 countries.
221 leaders and global citizens of tomorrow.
221 young people that know they have the power to make a difference!
Where?
Where else?! Brussels, the capital of the European Union and the North Atlantic Treaty Alliance. The city where world leaders come together to discuss international matters. The hot spot where all the big decisions are taken.
Brussels, don’t miss the chance to join our event!
When?
6 days of team work, international cooperation, cultural gain and fun, between the 8th and 13th of July 2012.
Model NATO Youth Summit is your opportunity to broaden your horizons, improve your skills and forge new friendships. We are looking forward to have you here with us, in Brussels!
If you accept the challenge and you are sure you have what it takes, wait no more!
Register today at http://www.natoyouthsummit.org!
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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Chairperson Application – ongoing
Age: 20-28
Nationality: no restriction
Studies field: international relations, political science, peace and conflict management/studies, international law, diplomacy – we also accept other study fields if the applicant shows great interest.
Experience: recommended experience in Model NATO, Model United Nations (MUN), Model Arab League (MAL), Model Crime Investigations (MCI), Model International Court of Justice (MICJ), Model European Union (MEU) or Simulation Parlement Européen Canada-Québec-UE (SPEQUE), European Youth Parliament, etc.
How can you apply?
Send us a strong motivation letter and describe your previous simulation experience directly on the website
(Click here : http://www.natoyouthsummit.org/registration/secretariat.html)
Individual Application: 6th of February – 18th of March 2012
Individual applications are to be considered for the Euro-Atlantic Partnership Council. You can choose, in order of preference, 5 among the countries listed here, but you are going to represent only one of them:
Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Finland, The Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Georgia, Ireland Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Malta, The Republic of Moldova, Montenegro, Russia, Serbia, Sweden, Switzerland, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine and Uzbekistan
Age: 20-28 (students only)
Nationality: no restriction
Studies field: international relations, political science, peace and conflict management/studies, international law, diplomacy – we also accept other studies fields if the applicant shows great interest.
Experience: recommended experience in Model NATO, Model United Nations (MUN), Model Arab League (MAL), Model Crime Investigations (MCI), Model International Court of Justice (MICJ), Model European Union (MEU) or Simulation Parlement Européen Canada-Québec-UE (SPEQUE), European Youth Parliament, etc.
How can you apply?
Directly on the website and you must provide a motivation letter
(Click here http://www.natoyouthsummit.org/registration/individual.html)
Delegation Application: 6th of February – 18th of March 2012
Age: 20-28 (students only)
Nationality: Central and East European Countries, Baltic Countries, Balkans, Caucasus, North European Countries, West European Countries, Russian Federation, Kingdom of Belgium, Canada, USA
Studies field: international relations, political science, peace and conflict management/studies, international law, diplomacy, management, business economics – we also accept other studies fields if the applicant shows great interest.
Experience: recommended experience in Model NATO, Model United Nations (MUN), Model Arab League (MAL), Model Crime Investigations (MCI), Model International Court of Justice (MICJ), Model European Union (MEU) or Simulation Parlement Européen Canada-Québec-UE (SPEQUE), European Youth Parliament, etc.
Further criteria – due to the lack of places and the great interest of our applicants, there will be a rolling based process for registration (the first eligible applicants will be the first considered, including complying with the financial criteria)
How can you apply?
Directly on the website
(Click here http://www.natoyouthsummit.org/registration/delegation.html)
Journalist Application : ongoing
Age: 20-28
Nationality: no restriction
Studies field: journalism, public relations and communication, social sciences
Experience: recommended experience as journalist in simulations, summer schools, published articles and, generally, media involvement.
How can you apply?
Directly on the website and a recommendation will be considered as an asset
(Click here : http://www.natoyouthsummit.org/registration/journalist.html)