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Our ambitious initiative was launched at the 20th World Science Forum, which was held on the 19th of November 2019 in Budapest (Hungary). We hosted our own programme session at this prestigious event, titled: "Responsible Education: A Call for Action." We remain grateful to the Hungarian Academy of Sciences and, in particular, the South African Embassy in Hungary, for the invitation to make this possible.
Covid-19 impacted the entire world in 2020, and our foundation also had to postpone our planned activities and initiatives. However, we rose to the occasion, by hosting several impactful online webinars, workshops, and training sessions for students, to support them during those challenging times.
The GiLE Journal of Skills Development (GJSD) was established in 2020, with the GiLE Foundation as its publisher. It is an open-access, double-blind peer-reviewed international scientific journal on soft skills development for the Digital Age (eISSN 2732-3781).
We successfully launched the (online) GiLE4Youth Scientific Conference in 2021 to promote research and the ongoing dialogue relating to employability, human skills, and lifelong learning.
The GiLE Academy was established in 2021 as part of a summer programme. It is a direct response to the global skills crisis, and it is an intervention to support students and recent graduates to help address their personal skills gap.
In Sept 2021, the GiLE Foundation's Changemakers Project receives the honour of being under the patronage of the Hungarian National Commission for UNESCO.
The Changemakers Youth Forum was officially launched as a youth engagement project. As facilitators, the GiLE Foundation collaborates with an expansive network of 10+ youth organisations in Hungary.
The leadership of the GiLE Foundation took a series of strategic decisions to re-organise the core pillars and focus areas of our public benefit organisation. This included finding a new publishing home for the GiLE Journal of Skills Development (GJSD), and discontinuation of the GiLE4Youth Scientific Conference.
The GiLE Foundation entered into a partnership with the Hungarian Innovation Hub. The agreement provides our NGO with access to their venue at Info Park, and our collaboration focuses on youth engagement, promoting innovation and entrepreneurship, and bringing life to the premises through impactful events and community building.
The GiLE Foundation launched a series of pilot mentorship programmes. They initial focused on early career researchers and aspiring diplomats. They successfully laid the groundwork for programmes that are more comprehensive and impactful.
In accordance with the updated strategic direction of the GiLE Foundation, we launched a series of fun and educational events that promote innovation and critical thinking among young adults, outside of the regular classroom. These include our Ideathon Challenge and Climathon Budapest events.
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This track provides aspiring diplomats and those interested in international public servants with in-depth knowledge and practical skills essential for a successful career in international relations. Participants will engage in workshops on diplomatic protocol, cultural diplomacy, and science diplomacy, alongside visits to embassies and relevant international organisations. These activities offer hands-on experience and insights into diplomatic practices and international development, helping participants develop the necessary skills and network to excel within international organisations.
Aspiring diplomats – International relations enthusiasts interested in careers in diplomacy, international development, and global cooperation.
International public servants – Students and young professionals interested in pursuing a career at an international organisation like the United Nations, UNESCO, UNHCR, or UNICEF, for example, without necessarily wanting to be a diplomat (i.e. remaining independent of any single nation’s government). Interests may include advancing global peace, international development, and human rights.
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This track equips aspiring public servants and NGO leaders with the skills and knowledge necessary for impactful community work. Participants will attend workshops on introduction to nonprofit management and civic engagement, effective altruism, social innovation, design thinking, community engagement, and fundraising. Additionally, visits to local NGOs and municipalities will provide practical insights into the functioning and challenges of civic organizations. This track aims to foster effective leadership and innovative thinking in addressing social issues.
(Aspiring) public servants – Students and young professionals who work, or aspire to work, in government departments or local municipalities in their country, and who seek to enhance their skills, network, effectiveness in public administration and ability to improve their communities.
(Aspiring) non-profit founders – Passionate individuals interested in creating and leading non-profit organisations focused on addressing social and environmental issues.
Young changemakers and community organisers – Young leaders dedicated to mobilising communities and fostering grassroots movements to drive social change. This includes environmental advocates committed to promoting sustainable practices and policies to combat environmental issues.
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Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The following roles are currently available:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The following roles are currently available:
The role consists of:
Produce written or verbal content that is clear and persuasive for our target audience for various platforms in a way that is consistent with our brand strategy and voice (articles, blogs, podcasts, newsletter texts, etc.).
Assist with the development of creative ideas and concepts for advertising, social
media, or crowdfunding campaigns.
Help drive brand consistency across all communication platforms
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications required, however, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements: