Africa in transformation: Africa of individuals, Africa of generations Laval University Quebec, Canada 2-4 May 2012 The Canadian Association of African Studies (CAAS) extends a special invitation to all scholars and professionals working on all aspects of African Studies for its next annual conference to be held on May 2-4, 2012, at Université Laval in Québec City, Canada. The meeting will be hosted by the Faculty of Arts and the Faculty of Social Sciences with support from Laval University, the two Faculties, the Groupe Interuniversitaire d’Études et de Recherches sur les Sociétés Africaines (GIERSA), the Observatoire Démographique et Statistique de l’Espace Francophone (ODSEF), and the Chaire de recherche du Canada en littératures africaines et Francophonie. Our aim is to attract an international group of specialists at all stages in their careers for discussion and dialogue in both of Canada’s official languages, across disciplines, and between scholars and professionals based in both the North and South. In recent times African societies have experienced tremendous changes, whether the dimension be social, economic, demographic, political, media-related, cultural, or religious. This conference aims to explore, in both French and English, the many facets of these mutations at the level of individuals as well as at the level of social groups such as generations, and in the varied contexts of self-affirmation, the restructuring or erosion of political arrangements, economic crisis, social tension, affirmation of religious identities, and cultural pluralism. In the tradition of CAAS, the conference hopes to inspire interdisciplinary or multidisciplinary inquiry as well as perspectives over the longue durée. To be sure, the conference will welcome papers on all topics, but three major themes may serve to guide reflection about the dramatic changes in Africa raised in the preceding paragraph: Theme 1: Observation of the relationships between younger and older people, men and women, social classes, and generations in order to analyze the origins of tensions, negotiations as well as the often complex strategies that lead to cooperation. This theme privileges consideration of the internal dynamics of African societies and encourages the reexamination of other classic themes—the power of gerontocracy, the role of youth as either dependents of their elders or fomenters of violence, or the situation of women as prisoners of social inferiority. Theme 2: Analysis of how African societies, as illustrated through the lives of famous people as well as the not-so-famous and family dynamics both within and between generations, arrived at ways of responding to or even resisting the numerous challenges posed by slave trades, diverse imperialisms, decolonizations, political autocracies, democratic transitions and their diverse evolutions, and changes in the face of globalization; Theme 3: Review considerations of the different forms of participation in social and public life, and the variety of forms of civic mobilization—of individuals, social groups, and generations in times of severe political and socioeconomic crisis. Such an approach encourages reflection about the varied ways that people and groups position themselves regarding individualization or community or the two taken together. It also promotes analysis of the emergence of various forms of socialization and sociability which may give rise to solidarity. Finally, it allows study of how these forms of participation are expressed—in the mass media, popular culture, and arts and literature. The Canadian Association of African Studies and its journal, the Canadian Journal of African Studies have long served as important platforms for scholarship on Africa. As such, and in addition to the more focused themes elaborated above, the conference welcomes papers on a broad range of topics and themes related to the continent, both disciplinary and interdisciplinary. Hence the meeting will be an occasion to share, in both French and English, research on topics such as the state in Africa, civil society, migrations, the slave trades, Africa in the international arena, conflicts within the continent, linguistic practice, religious dynamics, and so on. In keeping with the bilingual nature of CAAS, paper and panel proposals in French are particularly welcomed. The deadline for submitting paper proposals and panel proposals is January 10, 2012 . For information on submitting paper and panel abstracts, conference registration payment (on-line or by cheque), requests for funding for graduate students in Canada, as well as information regarding accommodations please send an e-mail to caasacea@carleton.ca and go to the CAAS site which will be updated regularly: http://ocs.sfu.ca/caas/index.php/caas/conf2012 The organizing committee, the Executive Committee of the association, and all of its members look forward to welcoming you to Laval University in Quebec City in May 2012. Start here to submit a paper to this conference. STEP ONE OF THE SUBMISSION PROCESS source: http://ocs.sfu.ca/caas/index.php/caas/conf2012/announcement/view/6 Deadline: September 12, 2011 Note that all applications must be sent electronically. These awards were formerly known as the IDRC Internship Awards. IDRC offers these research awards annually to Canadians, permanent residents of Canada, and citizens of developing countries pursuing master’s or doctoral studies at a recognized university or having completed a master’s or doctoral program at a recognized university. As a research award recipient, you will undertake a one-year paid program of research on the topic you submitted when competing for the award. During part of the time (often around 50%), you will be trained in research management through hands-on experience with your chosen program. You will work under the mentorship of a program officer. These awards focus on research carried out in one or more developing countries. Most research awards positions are for 12 months and are based at IDRC’s head office in Ottawa, Canada. A few take place in one of IDRC’s six regional offices. Candidates must conduct their research in areas corresponding to IDRC's research priorities. The IDRC research awards aim to provide exposure to research for international development through a program of training in research management and grant administration under the guidance of IDRC program staff. They are designed to provide hands-on learning experiences in research program management, and in the creation, dissemination, and use of knowledge from an international perspective. You will be expected to provide support to management and program staff in some of the following areas:
Who can apply The program is aimed at candidates who, through demonstrated achievements in academic studies, work or research, have shown interest in creating and using knowledge from an international perspective. To be eligible, you must meet the following requirements:
To read about former IDRC Research Award Recipients and their research topics, go toCandidates Recommended for an Award. Duration This competition is for positions starting in early 2012. Research awards are normally held for 12 months. They are tenable, on a full-time basis, for a minimum of 6 months and a maximum of 12. They normally start in January and must be completed by the end of December. Number of awards The number of awards varies each year. Approximately 15 awards will be offered in 2012. (See Section below – Details on research award positions offered by IDRC’s programming units.) Employment status Research award recipients holding award tenure in Canada in 2011 receive a salary ranging from CA$37,035 to CA$42,873 per year, depending on qualifications and experience. (The updated salary range for 2012 will be available in the fall of 2011.) As research award recipients, you are considered to be full-time term employees of the Centre. Benefits include contributions to Employment Insurance, Employer Health Tax, the Canada Pension Plan, and 4% of your salary in lieu of vacation leave. Some travel and research expenses will also be supported, up to a maximum of CA$10,000. The salary range and benefits for research award recipients located in our regional offices may vary according to regional conditions. Deadline : September 12, 2011 (awards will be announced in December 2011) To apply
The specifications for IDRC research awards are linked to current program priorities and structure. IDRC reserves the right to change program priorities and structure: this may determine the final choice and allocation of the awards. Due to the high volume of applications, no acknowledgement of receipt will be sent to applicants. However, when submitting your application, you will receive a general autoreply from the IDRC Fellowships and Awards program. Please accept this autoreply as an acknowledgement of receipt. Learn about the Evaluation process Conditions of awards IDRC will not grant an award without first obtaining:
Note that candidates cannot receive any other government scholarship, award, subsidy, bursary, or honorarium, or hold any federal government contract in support of a research/work project for the duration of the award. Announcement of results We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates recommended for an award will be advised by email. Their names will also be added to the list of Candidates Recommended for an Award. Work permit for non-Canadians If you are a non-Canadian residing, relocating or studying in Canada and are recommended for an award, you will be required to obtain a valid work permit to work at IDRC before starting your position. For more information, contact us at awards@idrc.ca CALL FOR PROPOSALS 2011-2012 Deadline: Thursday, September 1, 2011 (before 4:00 p.m. Ottawa time) Canada’s International Development Research Centre (IDRC) supports research in developing countries to promote growth and development. The result is innovative, lasting local solutions that aim to bring choice and change to those who need it most. IDRC’s Climate Change and Water Program (CCW) helps developing-country researchers understand how climate change affects water resources and find ways to improve the ability of citizens and governments to adapt to the changing environment. CCW’s Adaptation H2O Graduate Research Awards aim to build research capacity by providing funding to graduate students working on subjects related to climate change and water. NUMBER, VALUE, AND DURATION OF AWARDS We offer two types of awards: 1) For developing-country graduate students: A maximum of seven awards, each with a maximum value of CA$15,000, are available in 2011-2012. The award covers field work expenses for graduate students who are citizens of a developing country and who are enrolled in amaster’s or doctoral program at a Canadian or developing-country university. 2) For Canadian doctoral students: Up to two awards, each worth a maximum of CA$15,000, are also available to cover field work expenses of Canadian citizens (or permanent residents of Canada) enrolled in a doctoral program at a Canadian university. These awards cover the field work period, which must be 3 to 12 months in duration. The awards are meant to cover research expenses only and not university tuition or affiliated fees. Click the following to LEARN MORE ABOUT: source: www.idrc.ca/EN/Funding/Competitions/Pages/CompetitionDetails.aspx?CompetitionID=15 The 2011-2012 program invites applications from emerging women leaders from the global south. In 2011-2012, the International Centre for Women’s Leadership is launching the Global Change Leaders program - an inaugural certificate course for emerging women leaders in development. Through campus-based education, field placements, mentorships and online platforms the program will:
Learning themes are grounded in real world experiences and include topics such as: transformative leadership concepts, practical leadership skills, citizen-led and asset-based development, and oral and written communications in the post-print era. The overall Program Objective is to enable Global Change Leaders to take on more powerful and dynamic leadership roles. Specific outcomes for participants include:
Applications are now being accepted until September 1, 2011. The certificate program involves a 20-week commitment that includes online orientation, onsite learning in Canada, an international placement, and engagement with a mentor and a global network of other women leaders. For more information on this exciting new program, application process and scholarships, visit: www.coady.stfx.ca/women call: 902-867-3676 or e-mail: womenlead@stfx.ca source : www.coady.stfx.ca/women/change-leaders John Humphrey 2011 Rights & Democracy Award 13/04/2011
Rights & Democracy is a non-partisan, independent Canadian institution created by an Act of Parliament in 1988 to promote democratic development and respect for the human rights set out in the International Bill of Human Rights. AWARD 2011 marks the 20th year in which Rights & Democracy (International Centre for Human Rights and Democratic Development) proudly presents the John Humphrey Award to an organization or individual from any region of the world including Canada for outstanding achievement in the promotion of democratic development or respect for human rights. The Award consists of a $30,000 grant and a speaking tour of Canadian cities to increase public awareness of the laureate’s work. It is named in honour of the late John Peters Humphrey, the Canadian law professor who prepared the first draft of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. ELIGIBILITY
Rights & Democracy invites you to submit a nomination by April 30, 2011. This can be done by e-mail (preferred), mail or fax together with the following documents in a single submission:
For more information about previous winners and this year’s international jury composition, please consult our website (www.dd-rd.ca) will receive a notice of acknowledgement as well as a letter announcing the 2011 laureate. Deadline: April 30, 2011 Droits et Démocratie Prix John-Humphrey 2011 1001, boul. de Maisonneuve Est, bureau 1100 Montréal (Québec) Canada H2L 4P9 Télécopieur/Fax : +1-514-283-3792 JH2011@dd-rd.ca Info source : www.dd-rd.ca/site/_PDF/humphrey/2011/Prix_Premio_John-Humphrey_Award_2011.pdf Sauvé Scholars are highly motivated independent thinkers 30 years old or less with demonstrated skills as agents of change, who are offered a unique opportunity to spend nine months away from their studies, careers or other formal commitments, for a period of reflection and self-realization – both personal and professional. In August of each year, up to 14 young men and women from around the world gather in Montreal – one of North America’s most vibrant international, multicultural cities – to embark on a rewarding personal and intellectual program combining reflection, study, travel and community engagement along with participation in conferences, seminars, cultural and sports events. The academic home of the Sauvé Scholars is internationally-renowned McGill University, in the heart of Montreal, where the student body of about 33,000 includes students from some 160 countries. Through a formal Memorandum of Understanding, Sauvé Scholars enjoy a unique status at McGill: they may audit courses at the undergraduate or post-graduate level (but not for credit) and may participate in the array of university activities and facilities for every taste and interest. To see if you are eligible and learn how to apply, go to: www.sauvescholars.org/en/scholars/pgm_overview DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS The deadline for receiving all completed First Stage application materials (both the Nomination Form and the Application Form, including any accompanying documents) is MIDNIGHT on Monday, November 1, 2010. International Student Humanitarian Award 02/10/2010
UBC is committed to fostering the richest scholarly communities in its campuses, which as far as possible reflect the diversity of our world. The Donald A. Wehrung International Student Humanitarian Award (ISHA) recognizes outstanding international students from impoverished or war-torn areas, who have achieved academic excellence under difficult circumstances and who would be unable to pursue post-secondary education without financial assistance. The value of awards is commensurate with demonstrated financial need, and sufficient to cover tuition costs for the relevant program of study, and living expenses. An ISHA award can be renewed for up to three additional years of undergraduate study, or to degree completion, whichever is less, provided the recipient achieves satisfactory academic standing in their Faculty, continues to demonstrate financial need, and maintains their Canadian Study Permit (visa). Am I eligible? All candidates must be nominated for an ISHA award. To be eligible, nominees must be international students entering university directly from secondary school and eligible to study in Canada on a Canadian study permit. They must also demonstrate superior academic achievement ('A' average or equivalent standing) and meet UBC’s other competitive admission requirements. How can I be nominated? If you’re interested in this award, ask your counsellor to request a nomination package. Recognised international, community-based, and non-governmental organizations may also be able to make nominations. Requests for nomination packages should be made by email to international.counsellors@ubc.ca. Nomination packages cannot be sent directly to students. What is the deadline? The deadline for nomination packages to be received at UBC is January 31, 2011. Nominees must also complete the online Application for academic admission to UBC, and meet the UBC English Language Admission Requirement by the same date, January 31, 2011. Early Application is encouraged, however, to ensure that an Application decision can be made in time for Nomination consideration. If the first* choice program is the Bachelor of Commerce, nominees are also required to complete the online BCom Supplemental Application. * Although applicants to UBC can specify two program choices in their application for admission, an ISHA nomination will be considered only in relation to the nominee's first choice program. Margaret McNamara Memorial Fund GRANTS 16/09/2010
For students from developing countries who are currently studying in the United States or Canada, the MMMF awards grants of approximately $12,000 each; grants are not renewable. Every year, the MMMF also invites the recipients to Washington DC to participate in a three day Awards Program organized in their honor. Follow the application procedure below. Application Forms: available online from September 15, 2010 to January 18, 2011 (4 pm). Deadline for submitting completed applications: January 18, 2011 (4 pm). Results: ONLY successful applicants will be notified around May 1, 2011 Eligibility Criteria, for students studying in the US or Canada Application Procedure, for students studying in the US or Canada Eligibility Criteria A woman is eligible to apply for an MMMF grant if she meets all the following criteria:1.has a record of service to women and children and a commitment to improve the lives of women and children in developing countries. 2.resides in the U.S. or Canada at the time she submits the application.3.be enrolled (in residence) at an accredited U.S. or Canadian educational institution for the academic year 2010-2011, intend to be enrolled for the 2011-2012 academic year. 4.uses the grant toward the completion of her degree.5.is a national of a lower or middle income country, as designated by MMMF Country Eligibility List. 6.is not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, permanent U.S. resident or Canadian Landed Immigrant. 7.intends to return to her country(or other developing country) within two years of receiving the MMMF grant. 8.demonstrates financial need.9.is at least 25 years old by December 31, 2010 (Born before December 31, 1985).10.is not related to a World Bank Group staff member or their spouse.There are no exceptions to the MMMF Scholarship criteria listed above.APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS The complete Application Package consists of: A. Online Application Form B. Online Recommendation Form C. List of documents to be mailed A.Online Application Form (The Application Form can only be completed and submitted online. Click here to get a draft) 1. Registration: First time users please click here to register with the MMMF and access the form. 2. Accessing your Application Form: Returning users click here to access your application form. B.Online Recommendation (Deadline: N/A) Two (2) recommendations from professors/supervisors must be submitted using MMMF online recommendation form. Please provide the person with website: www.mmmf-grants.org, and tell them to go at the bottom of the page to click on US/Canada Program, in order for them to click here to access, complete and submit recommendation. At least one recommendation must be from a professor/advisor at your current institution and one must have known you for at least one year. C.Documents to be mailedThe following documents are required and must be mailed together in one envelope to the MMMF, postmarked no later than January 18, 2011 (4pm) addressed to: Margaret McNamara Memorial Fund (MMMF) PO Box 27848 Washington, DC 20038 A copy of Fall 2010 Registration Official copy of transcript for fall 2010 in a sealed enveloppe from the Registrar. Official estimate of annual expenses for students published by your institution. One (1) passport-size photographCopy of US/Canada VisaFor applicants at US Universities, copy of I-20 / DC-2019 (formally IAP-66)For applicants at Canadian Universities, copy of Study PermitCopy of curriculum vitae/resume (Maximum two pages) Source: http://go.worldbank.org/2HOD2LEWC0 A Joint Programme of UNU-IRA-INAT-ICARDA-CAREERI-ALRC-GM Overview The MS Programme is designed to enhance the capacity of developing countries to manage their drylands resources. It is intended to provide young professionals and scientists an international perspective on resource management approaches in drylands. Students enrolled in the 2010-2011 programme will attend a 4-week intense course at CAREERI facilities in Lanzhou, China from 13 September - 12 October 2010. Upon completion of the course work and approval of the research proposal, students will carry out their field research which will be hosted by one of the partner organizations. The students are also required to complete a research project in their home country. The MS Programme is jointly offered by the seven partner institutions as an internationally accepted degree. It is anticipated that the graduates from the MS Programme will serve in government departments and agencies (e.g., those dealing with agriculture, forestry, natural resource management, and combating desertification), teaching positions in institutions of higher learning, research institutions and doctoral research programmes. Programme Information Please download the informational brochure (PDF; 400 KB) and application form (Word doc.; 250 KB) for more details on the programme. Programme Partners The United Nations University (UNU) The Institut des Régions Arides (IRA, Tunisia) The Institut National Agronomique de Tunisie (INAT, Tunisia) International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA) The Cold and Arid Regions Environmental & Engineering Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAREERI, P.R. China) Arid Land Research Center (ALRC), Tottori University Global Mechanism of the UNCCD (GM) Fellowship and Travel Arrangements Part or full fellowships will be provided to qualified candidates from developing countries on a competitive basis. These fellowships will cover international airfare at economy excursion rates (between the country of origin and the hosting institutions in Tunisia, China, Syria or Japan). Housing, meals, and local transportation in Tunisia, China, Syria or Japan will be provided by the respective host institutions. Admissions Procedure Please consult the informational brochure and application form for admission details. The application form must be completed and signed. The following supporting documents must be submitted together with the application form: A letter of nomination from your supervisor/university where you are currently registered in a Master's programme that certifies completion of basic course work. A certified copy of academic transcripts for each institution attended. An original detailed research proposal of 10 pages clearly outlining the problem statement, literature review, research question, methodology, expected results, workplan and timetable. Two original supporting letters of reference, one of which must be from your current supervisor. Evidence of English language proficiency, where English is not your first language (e.g., TOEFL score, English certificate, etc.) Documents which are not in English must be accompanied by an official English translation. Applications must be received by 10 June 2010. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please send application materials to: MS Programme Committee UNU-INWEH 175 Longwood Road South, Suite 204 Hamilton, Ontario L8P 0A1 CANADA Fax: +1 905 667 5510 Email: contact@inweh.unu.edu Application Deadline: 10 June 2010 Rights & Democracy (International Centre for Human Rights and Democratic Development) presents the John Humphrey Award each year to an organization or individual from any region of the world for outstanding achievement in the promotion of human rights and democratic development. The Award consists of a grant of $30,000 and a speaking tour of Canadian cities to help increase awareness of the recipient’s human rights work. It is named in honour of the late John Peters Humphrey, the Canadian human rights law professor who prepared the first draft of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Eligibility
How to Submit a Nomination Rights & Democracy invites you to submit a nomination by April 30, 2010. This can be done by mail, fax or e-mail together with all the following documents in one package:
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