Local2Global/Practicum Programs

Published on November, 13 2017

Local2Global Program

Local2Global Program

Through its consultative status with the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) WILPF U.S. has the ability to attend the Commission on the Status of Women. The Local2Global program was created to help open opportunities for seasoned members to bring local voices into the national and international work of WILPF. Additionally, Local2Global was created to foster intergenerational mentorship and relationship-building between members of WILPF US and students just becoming involved with WILPF US via the Practicum.

Application Process

Please complete this document.

Submit via email to practicum-mail@wilpfus.org by 11:59 pm Pacific Time, Sunday, November 19, 2017.

You must also identify a WILPF US member in good standing to write a reference for you. Please have your reference complete this form.

All references must be submitted via email to practicum-mail@wilpfus.org by 11:59 pm Pacific Time, Sunday, November 19, 2017.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to participate?
Local2Global participants are required to be WILPF members in good standing, be active in their local chapters, and/or active in a national Issue Committee and submit a reference letter from a fellow WILPF-US member on their behalf.

How much does Local2Global participation cost?
There is no tuition requirement for the Local2Global program as it was designed to open WILPF’s work at the UN to active WILPF members that otherwise might not be able to afford the trip and related conference fees. However, participants are required to arrange and fund their own travel to and from NYC for the week of the delegation. WILPF US will cover the hotel, meals and all UN conference fees.

When is the Local2Global delegation?
The 2018 Local2Global program will take place Saturday, March 10, 2018-Saturday, March 17, 2018. Delegates are required to attend the entire week and should plan to be in New York City by 12:00pm ET on Saturday, March 10.

What are the expectations for Local2Global participants?
All participants are highly encouraged to mentor Practicum participants throughout the week of the delegation as well as facilitate one morning briefing session on their work with WILPF US. UN Programs Co-Faculty and Coordinators hope to foster an environment that encourages Local2Global participants to learn from Practicum participants and help to find ways for Practicum participants to contribute to the work of WILPF. UN Program Co-Faculty and Coordinators will work with Local2Global participants to schedule a day you will present your work during the morning briefing session and days that you would like to attend the evening debriefing sessions.

What is the daily schedule for the delegation?
The agenda for the week is jam-packed. Every day time is split between meetings and the UN, parallel events in various buildings surrounding the UN headquarters, and delegation briefings. Delegation participants will have the option of attending a daily delegation briefing from 6:30am-7:30am every morning, will attend meetings from 8:00am-5:00pm and will have several evening debriefing sessions with the Practicum participants throughout the week.

Practicum in Advocacy

UN Practicum in Advocacy

Through its consultative status with the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) WILPF U.S. has the ability to attend the Commission on the Status of Women. In an effort to open opportunities for our student members, each year WILPF US selects a group of individuals enrolled in universities and colleges around the country to serve as our delegates to the UN Commission on the Status of Women.

As part of our delegation, students experience the discussions and processes towards UN decisions on women's rights/issues through both formal and informal meetings that will take place during the first week of the 62nd Commission on the Status of Women. The Practicum will provide ample opportunities for peer-to-peer learning and exploration of opportunities in international relations and advocacy work.

Throughout the week, participants will attend Official High-Level UN meetings, Side events hosted by Member Governments and International NGOS as well as Parallel events that are hosted by civil society, including NGOs. Participants will come away from the week with a broad understanding of

  • The UN body, member governments and organizations.
  • International issue and policy advocacy.
  • A deep understanding of WILPF US and WILPF International’s mission, including an understanding of the importance of Local to Global to Local advocacy.

Application Process

Please complete this document.

Submit via email to practicum-mail@wilpfus.org by 11:59 pm Pacific Time, Sunday, November 19, 2017.

You must have a faculty advisor to support you through this process. Please have your faculty advisor complete this document.

You faculty advisor must submit their recommendation via email to practicum-mail@wilpfus.org by 11:59 pm Pacific Time, Sunday, November 19, 2017.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to participate?
The UN Practicum in Advocacy is open to all individuals currently enrolled in a university, college, junior college or technical college in the United States. Undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students are eligible for the program.

How much does the Practicum cost?
The tuition for the 2018 Practicum in Advocacy is $1400 + flight and travel expenses. Tuition covers all expenses for the week including hotel, food, UN access and conference fees as well as in-town travel during the week. It does not include travel to and from NYC. Scholarships are available for students up to $400. Students interested in scholarship should indicate their need on the application. Students must also demonstrate that they will work with their institution to identify funds available to them. Practicum coordinators and faculty will be available to troubleshoot fundraising efforts with each student. Faculty sponsors will be required to help students identify funding available through their institution.

When is the UN Practicum in Advocacy?
The 2018 UN Practicum in Advocacy takes place Saturday, March 10, 2018-Saturday, March 17, 2018. Participants are required to attend the entire week and should plan to be in New York City by 12:00pm ET on Saturday, March 10.

Will I receive school credit for the UN Practicum in Advocacy?
WILPF US is currently not able to offer course credit for the UN Practicum in Advocacy but in previous years, students have had the opportunity to take an independent study course through their university or college and use the Practicum as hours for that course. Practicum coordinators and faculty can work with students individually to identify whether this is available to them through their institution.

What are the requirements for the UN Practicum in Advocacy?
All students will be required to complete a post-Practicum project. More information will be given to students throughout the week including talking to alumni participants, one on one mentoring with program faculty and coordinators as well as introductions to WILPF US leadership.

What is the daily schedule for the Practicum?
The agenda for the week is jam-packed. Every day time is split between meetings and the UN, parallel events in various buildings surrounding the UN headquarters, and delegation briefings. Participants will have a daily delegation briefing from 6:30am-7:30am every morning, attend meetings from 8:00am-5:00pm and have a daily debriefing session from 6:30-9:00pm. Therefore, we ask that faculty advisors help students plan to make up coursework before or after the week. Practicum Faculty and Coordinators will make few exceptions for missing delegation activities.
 

Questions?
Please contact Dixie Hairston, Program Co-Faculty and Coordinator at practicum-mail@wilpfus.org.
 

Nondiscrimination statement: The selection process for the UN Practicum in Advocacy Program of WILPF US requires that you be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral program. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, religion or spiritual creed, disability or handicap, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local laws. Retaliation is also prohibited. The working language of the WILPF U.S. UN Programs is English.