The Wellspring

The International Youth Volunteerism Summit which will take place from 22 to 25 February, 2007 at Northwestern University in Chicago, USA. This Summit will be a place for young people who care deeply about global progress to come together to understand the challenges and opportunities for their engagement; to hone the skills and mindsets that will enable them to better plan, execute, and participate in change-focused projects, and connect with like-minded peer communities from around the world.

The event includes two days of skills workshops and small group discussions that will revolve around participant projects, and a social calendar which must rank as one of the most highly-trumpeted I’ve ever seen at a conference like this. Somewhat confusingly, a full programme does not appear to be available on the website.

Applications must be submitted online no later than 1 December, 2006, and need to include a project proposal. Delegates are eligible for financial aid up to a full travel and housing scholarship, based on demonstrated financial need.

For further information, see http://www.iyvs.org/.