The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has announced a call for applications for young people to participate in the ICRC Young Reporter Competition.
The Young Reporter Competition is an opportunity for young persons from around the world “to discover the ICRC’s humanitarian action and report on the situation of young people affected by armed conflict or other situations of violence.”
Besides, the four best entries of the competition will get an opportunity to win a one-week mission to ICRC delegations in Georgia, Lebanon, Liberia and the Philippines. Selected candidates will publish reports under the guidance and coaching of an ICRC communication specialist in print or film in a variety of media outlets. The finished products will be presented during a ceremony to be held in Geneva, Switzerland, around 8 May 2011.
Profile:
- Age: 18-25
- Excellent English and/or French language skills
- Strong communication skills and creative expression
- Ability to work as part of a multicultural team
- Interest in youth issues and humanitarian action
- Proven engagement in voluntary work related to social/humanitarian services
Other requirements:
- Internet access
- Valid passport
- Proof of a previous communication project (article, photo project, video)
- Letter of recommendation
Availability for a one week mission to an ICRC delegation (January or February 2011), as well as a trip to Geneva to present the finished product (May 2011).
The deadline to apply is 1 October 2010. For more information, visit this link.
