Jeju International Future generation Forum(JIFF)
Youth Leadership Training Program
24 September ~ 22 October 2022 (Forum Day - November 4) (KST)
Background
On 4 November 2022, the 1stJeju International Future Generation Forum(hereinafter “JIFF”) will be held in Jeju, South Korea and live-streamed globally, hosted by Jeju Special Self-governing Province Office and co-organized by United Nations Institute for Training And Research(UNITAR) CIFAL Jeju.
The world has increasingly recognized that young people have much to contribute to promoting educational equality, environmental protection, health and wellbeing, and sustainable development in all corners of the globe. The United Nations acknowledges this in its Youth 2030 Strategy and aims to engage with and support young people to create a more peaceful and sustainable world.[1]In this regard, the Forum will convene over 100 youth and young adults around the world to empower them as future global leaders. They will be given opportunities to discuss global agendas and exchange ideas with a special focus on Sustainable Development Goals for a better common future for all.
The Youth Leadership Training Program as part of the Forum will run for 5 weeks, starting on 24 September 2022. Focusing on youth empowerment to advance Agenda 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the young leaders will take part in virtual or in-person sessions from September to October, and the event will culminate with the SDGs Policy contest on Forum Day on 4 November 2022.
Throughout the training program, participants will have insights into best practices and global trends in sustainable development for communities. They will build a network of experts and common-minded peers, working collaboratively on developing innovative solutions to global and social issues.
Overview
| Event Title | 2022 Jeju International Future generation Forum (JIFF) |
| Date | - Forum Day: Nov 4(Fri) (KST)
- [Pre-event] Youth Leadership Training Program: Sep 24(Sat) – Oct 22(Sat) (KST)
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| Venue | Hybrid Format |
| Host and Organizer | Jeju Special Self-governing Province Office United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) | Jeju International Training Center (JITC) |
| Platform | Online for international participants ‧ Offline for Jeju-based participants |
| Participants | Appx a total of 100 young adults with 20~39 years of age regardless of nationality and educational background |
Topics
| GRAND TOPICS | Youth and Better Normal: Participation of Young Leaders for Our Common Future |
| SUBTOPICS | CONTENTS |
| SUBTOPIC 1 | [SDG4] Education: ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all |
| SUBTOPIC 2 | [SDG3] Health and Wellbeing: ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all |
| SUBTOPIC 3 | [SDG8] Economy and Jobs: promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for youth |
| SUBTOPIC 4 | [SDG7,13,14,15] Environment: Sustainably conserve and manage our environment |
Event Objectives
For Youth Leadership Training Program, this event will:
- Provide a venue for discussion on youth engagement and actional participation to advance the Sustainable Development agenda
- Facilitate discussion on youth empowerment to build a resilient society in the post-COVID era
- Enable the youth to raise their voices and share their views to accelerate SDG implementation
Learning Objectives
After this event, participants will be able to:
- Have a conceptual understanding of Sustainable Development Goals in areas of education equality, environment, decent jobs for youth, and health and wellbeing.
- Understand policy analysis and formulation towards exploring innovative and actionable solutions
- Learn how to cooperate with peers from culturally diverse backgrounds
Targets
- 100 youth and young adults with 20~39 years of age regardless of nationality and educational background *All participants are assigned to one of 8 teams based on their choice of sub-topics.
Methodology
The training will be comprised of
- Experts’ lectures
- Development practice exercise on Policy Proposal and Youth Empowerment Project
- Group work, discussion, and presentations (public speaking practice)
Requirements
Selected participants are required to:
- Make sure your attendance is at over 80% rate
- Keep cameras on during the workshop sessions
- Be active to engage with team members and respect different cultures and views
- Be passionate to succeed and make a positive impact on your community
Deliverables (Participants’ training outcomes)
*During this Pre-training program, youth participants will work together with their team members to develop (1)Policy Proposal and (2)Youth Empowerment Campaign and will give a presentation on (1) and (2) final outcomes on the Forum Day on Friday, November 4.
1) Policy Proposal
- 1pager policy brief
- (5mins) pitch presentation
- (10mins) Final presentation on policy proposal at Youth SDGs Policy Contest
2) Youth Empowerment Project/campaign
- 1pager project proposal
- (2mins) pitch presentation
- (5mins) Final project presentation at Youth SDGs Policy Contest
Evaluation
-(Oct 22, Sat (KST)) Preliminary Round: Pitch presentation (20 points)
-(Nov 4, Fri (KST)) Forum day: Team Presentation of Policy Proposal (50 points)
Youth Empowerment Project (30 points)
Benefits
- Awards for 2 winning teams
- Certificate of United Nations Institute for Training and Research(UNITAR) and CIFAL Jeju
- Souvenirs for all participants
Program Schedule *The details of the weekly sessions are attached
PROGRAM |
WEEK 1 Sep 24 10:00-13:00(KST) | Forum Overview
[Module 1] SDG 4: Education |
WEEK 2 Oct 1 10:00-13:00(KST) | [Module 2] SDG 3: Health and Wellbeing [Module 3] Design Thinking Process (1) |
WEEK 3 Oct 8 10:00-13:00(KST) | [Module 4] SDG 8: Youth employment and jobs [Module 5] Design Thinking Process (2) |
| WEEK 4 Oct 15 10:00-13:00(KST) | [Module 6] SDG 7, 13, 14, 15: Environment [Module 7] Design Thinking Process (3) |
WEEK 5 Oct 22 10:00-13:00(KST) | Pitch Day 7min pitch presentation on Policy Proposal and Youth Empowerment Campaign, and feedback from experts |
BREAK Oct 29 | The final version of the presentation |
JIFF Forum DAY Nov 4 10:00-18:00(KST) | SDGs Policy Contest *2 winning teams will be awarded on the Forum Day |
FORUM DAY
| 4 November (Friday) 10:00~18:00 (KST)
| *hybrid format |
| 10:00~18:00 | Opening Ceremony
| - |
| Keynote Speech | - |
Online Cultural Exchange
| Volunteers
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| Youth Leaders Talk-concert | Invited guests |
SDGs Policy Contest
| All teams
|
| Awards and Closing Ceremony | - |
Contact Information
United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR)
Centre International de Formation des Autorités et Leaders (CIFAL)
UNITAR CIFAL Jeju
2022 JIFF Committee + 82)64-735-6573, jejujiff@gmail.com
[1]United Nations, Youth and the SDGs
Jeju International Future generation Forum(JIFF)
Youth Leadership Training Program
24 September ~ 22 October 2022 (Forum Day - November 4) (KST)
Background
On 4 November 2022, the 1stJeju International Future Generation Forum(hereinafter “JIFF”) will be held in Jeju, South Korea and live-streamed globally, hosted by Jeju Special Self-governing Province Office and co-organized by United Nations Institute for Training And Research(UNITAR) CIFAL Jeju.
The world has increasingly recognized that young people have much to contribute to promoting educational equality, environmental protection, health and wellbeing, and sustainable development in all corners of the globe. The United Nations acknowledges this in its Youth 2030 Strategy and aims to engage with and support young people to create a more peaceful and sustainable world.[1]In this regard, the Forum will convene over 100 youth and young adults around the world to empower them as future global leaders. They will be given opportunities to discuss global agendas and exchange ideas with a special focus on Sustainable Development Goals for a better common future for all.
The Youth Leadership Training Program as part of the Forum will run for 5 weeks, starting on 24 September 2022. Focusing on youth empowerment to advance Agenda 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the young leaders will take part in virtual or in-person sessions from September to October, and the event will culminate with the SDGs Policy contest on Forum Day on 4 November 2022.
Throughout the training program, participants will have insights into best practices and global trends in sustainable development for communities. They will build a network of experts and common-minded peers, working collaboratively on developing innovative solutions to global and social issues.
Overview
Jeju Special Self-governing Province Office
United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) |
Jeju International Training Center (JITC)
Topics
Event Objectives
For Youth Leadership Training Program, this event will:
Learning Objectives
After this event, participants will be able to:
Targets
Methodology
The training will be comprised of
Requirements
Selected participants are required to:
Deliverables (Participants’ training outcomes)
*During this Pre-training program, youth participants will work together with their team members to develop (1)Policy Proposal and (2)Youth Empowerment Campaign and will give a presentation on (1) and (2) final outcomes on the Forum Day on Friday, November 4.
1) Policy Proposal
2) Youth Empowerment Project/campaign
Evaluation
-(Oct 22, Sat (KST)) Preliminary Round: Pitch presentation (20 points)
-(Nov 4, Fri (KST)) Forum day: Team Presentation of Policy Proposal (50 points)
Youth Empowerment Project (30 points)
Benefits
Program Schedule *The details of the weekly sessions are attached
WEEK 1
Sep 24 10:00-13:00(KST)
[Module 1] SDG 4: Education
WEEK 2
Oct 1 10:00-13:00(KST)
[Module 2] SDG 3: Health and Wellbeing
[Module 3] Design Thinking Process (1)
WEEK 3
Oct 8 10:00-13:00(KST)
[Module 4] SDG 8: Youth employment and jobs
[Module 5] Design Thinking Process (2)
Oct 15 10:00-13:00(KST)
[Module 6] SDG 7, 13, 14, 15: Environment
[Module 7] Design Thinking Process (3)
WEEK 5
Oct 22 10:00-13:00(KST)
Pitch Day
7min pitch presentation on Policy Proposal and Youth Empowerment Campaign, and feedback from experts
BREAK Oct 29
JIFF Forum DAY
Nov 4 10:00-18:00(KST)
SDGs Policy Contest
*2 winning teams will be awarded on the Forum Day
Contact Information
United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR)
Centre International de Formation des Autorités et Leaders (CIFAL)
UNITAR CIFAL Jeju
2022 JIFF Committee + 82)64-735-6573, jejujiff@gmail.com
[1]United Nations, Youth and the SDGs