Global Zero Institute on Nuclear Weapons, Brussels

Deadline: 7 October, 2012
Open to: Current university students in the EU + Turkey who are passionate about a world without nuclear weapons.
Venue: Chateau du Lac | Genval (Brussels), Belgium from 12 to 14 November, 2012

Description

Global Zero is the international movement for the elimination of all nuclear weapons. Since its launch in Paris in December 2008, Global Zero has grown to include 300 eminent world leaders and more than 400,000 citizens worldwide; developed a step-by-step plan to eliminate nuclear weapons, built an international student movement with more than 100 campus chapters in ten countries, and produced the acclaimed documentary film, Countdown to Zero.

Global Zero members understand that the only way to eliminate the nuclear threat — including proliferation and nuclear terrorism — is to stop the spread of nuclear weapons, secure all nuclear materials and eliminate all nuclear weapons: global zero. The movement combines cutting-edge policy development and direct dialogue with governments with public outreach, including media, online and grassroots initiatives to make the elimination of nuclear weapons an urgent global imperative.

In the frames of Global Zero activities, you can be part of BRUSSELS (EUROPEAN) INSTITUTE 2012!
Start: Monday, November 12, 2012 at 4pm
End: Wednesday, November 14, 2012 at 10pm
(depart Thursday morning, November 15)

Participants are expected to attend all sessions. Even students who live in the area are expected to stay at the Institute hotel and focus their attention on Global Zero, including building relationships with other student leaders outside of scheduled sessions. Besides, you’ll be having so much fun you won’t want to leave!

Who should apply?

Current university students in the EU + Turkey who are passionate about a world without nuclear weapons. Savvy, smart, and committed students are expected to leave the Institute prepared to begin or expand a Global Zero chapter on their campus to spread the movement.

Costs

Global Zero will reimburse you for your reasonable travel costs (max €250) and will provide meals and accommodations during the Institute. Once you’re accepted to attend the Institute, the GZ team will work with you to find affordable and accessible travel to Brussels.

How to apply?

Email your completed application to europe@globalzero.org with the subject line “Brussels Institute” by 5:00pm CEST on October 7. Please include:
1) Your resume or CV; and
2) Letter of interest detailing: a) Why you want to participate in the program, b) Your ideas for how to raise awareness of the threat of nuclear weapons and; c) What ideas, networks or experiences do you have that will help you implement/expand your student group at your university (2 pages maximum). We are particularly looking for creative, engaging and innovative ideas!

Note that this is a rolling admission process, so be sure to submit your application early to secure your space. After submitting applications, those chosen to advance can expect to be interviewed by the GZ team.

For more information please see the official website.