Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) - Masdar's global initiative developing the sustainability leaders of tomorrow - invites al universities to participate in the seventh edition of the Future Sustainability Leaders (FLS) program, a key pillar of Masdar's Y4S platform.

The year-long FLS program is designed to educate and empower university students and young professionals to become the next generation of sustainability leaders capable of carrying forward the global sustainability agenda.

FLS participants will have the opportunity to participate in Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2025, the region's largets sustanaibility gathering.

FLS participants must commit to the year-long program and comply with the following:

• Be a UAE national or international student aged between 19 and 35
• Hold an undergraduate degree, or be pursuing one, at an accredited institution (open to all majors)
• Have excellent spoken English
• Submit a statement demonstrating interest in sustainability-related fiels
• Complete the online application form before Wednesday, November 6, 2024

Future Sustainability Leaders roles and responsabilities:

• Complete the SkillUp Series online learning units
• Attend all Virtual Series webinars and events throughout the year, such as Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, etc.
• Participate in the Y4S Innovation Lab through the Ecothon Innovation Challenge
• Help promote the FLS through your social network, when applicable
• Work Collaboratively and under pressure
• Have a positive attitude and be a 'people person'

List of Required Documents

• CV
• Official transcript
• Copy of Passport
• English language proficiency certificate (TOEFL)
• Proof of enrollment
• Letter of authorization or consent signed by the dean of your faculty or the director of the regional center.

NOTE: All documentation must be sent in a single PDF file to the e-mail [email protected], after sending the documents, a link will be shared with you so that you can apply.

Benefit

• Total cost
• Gain skills in sustainability, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
• Network with global leaders in sustainability.
• Participate in high-profile events like Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week.
• Access mentorship and career development opportunities.
• Experience hands-on learning through workshops and real-world projects.
• Collaborate with like-minded peers in sustainability initiatives

Deadline for submission of documents

October 31, 2024, until 11:00 a.m.

Contacts

• Interested parties can contact [email protected]
• Phone: 560-3201
• In-person service at the Office of the Directorate of International Relations from Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm
• Find us on social media at @dri_utp