Global Changemakers Workshop:
The Race to a Greener Future
Continuing on the success of last year’s inaugural workshop in Berlin with Aspen Germany as co-host, we are pleased to announce that the second edition will take place in Warsaw, Poland with Aspen Central Europe as this year’s co-host:
Global Changemakers: The Race to a Greener Future
12 - 15 December 2024
Warsaw, Poland
The Aspen Institute NZ is offering one scholarship to an outstanding Aspen NZ Alumni. This workshop presents a unique opportunity for young leaders who have a keen interest in environmental sustainability and/or critical minerals and are aged approximately 25 - 35 years.
What is the Global Changemakers Workshop?
The Global Changemakers Workshop will balance and explore the ethical, geopolitical, and economic considerations as they relate to environmental sustainability and the procurement of critical minerals and rare earth metals. Critical minerals include the raw materials used for devices, batteries, EV motors, and other sources of energy.
The Workshop will run over 3.5 days and include text-based philosophical seminars, policy roundtable discussions, a workshop activity that builds on the existing skill set of the cohort and promotes deeper understanding of the topic, visits to significant cultural sites of Poland, and unique conversations with officials and experts of the subject-matter.
Participants will have the opportunity to collaborate with like-minded peers to develop actionable commitments for positive change in their communities, expand their global networks, and form valuable partnerships.
This is an incredible opportunity to turn your experience into tangible action
and make a lasting impact!
What is the scholarship criteria?
Participated in an Aspen Institute New Zealand seminar or forum
New Zealand resident or citizen
Should be within the age range of 25 to 35 years old
Able to travel internationally and participate fully for the duration of the workshop
Must be interested in the topic of environmental sustainability/critical minerals
Should have a topically pertinent career (i.e. technology, environment, law, human rights, etc.)
If does not fall in enumerated criteria, must be able to articulate their interest and applicability to the subject matter
What does the scholarship cover?
Covers all costs of the workshop, including lodging (4 nights), meals, and site visits
USD500 towards cost of airfares
Travel insurance and other costs outside of the workshop are not included.
How do I apply?
1. Click Apply Now button below, and send an email with a cover letter addressing the following points:
Which Aspen NZ seminar or forum have you attended (online or in person)?
Confirmation of your New Zealand residency or citizenship
Your age
Your interest in environmental sustainability and/or critical minerals
Details about your career and how it pertains to the scholarship topic
If applicable, an explanation of your interest and applicability to the subject matter if your career does not fit the specified fields
Your ability and willingness to travel internationally and commit fully to the workshop, including the perspective you would bring to the group
2. Please also include:
CV with photo
Contact number and home address
Applications close on August 30, 2024.
The Institute has has one scholarship available for an outstanding Aspen NZ applicant. We will nominate up to three applicants for final selection by the Institute.
The successful applicant will be informed of their selection no later than 30 September, 2024.