afd infoevent recap
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What is AFD?
DEVELOPING COUNTRIES
EXCHANGE KNOWLEDGE
SOCIAL IMPACT
YOUNG & DYNAMIC
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
IMPROVE SKILLS
MULTIDISCIPLINARY
To Inform and Inspire
PROJECTS EVENTSTo Unlock and
Do
What is AFD?
AFD ProjectYear-long projects Submitted by an NGO, 4th pillar or
company Multidisciplinary team Implementation in the SouthTeambuilding
WHY?
PRACTICAL
EXPRIENCE
Transform and
exchange your
theoretical knowledge
Work in a Multidisciplinary team
Combination of large project
ownership and
professional coaching.
SOCIAL IMPACT
Try to change something and have a sustainable influence on
others
Take the initiative. Become an
entrepreneur
PRACTICAL EXPERIENC
E
Absorb and get to know other
cultures
Work togethe
r with the local people.
PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE
SOCIAL IMPACT
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
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Project descriptionsYou can find full descriptions of the 8 projects on:
www.academicsfordevelopment.be/projecten/projectslvn/
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Your Project here next year?Innovative idea for social entrepreneurship in the South?
Interesting vision on development trends?
New insights on a sustainable start-up?
Let’s brainstorm together!
Bright Minds ProgramThe Bright Minds Program offers guidance and
support for young and ambitious entrepreneurs and their ideas. How? Through Academic support,
Entrepreneurial coaching, Professional guidance and Inspiring workshops.
Interested? Contact us, so we can keep you up to date about this program in the coming
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You’re not in it alone!
YOU
Support groups
Project Partner
Structural
Partners
Coach
The Board
AIRPLANE TICKET
TRAVEL & LEISURE
HOUSING
PROJECTCOSTS
• Own expense
• Own responsibility • AFD helps in applying for
grant• Possibility to raise fund
• In general covered by project partner
• Chance exists that student copays.
• Paid by AFD and the project partner
• Student helps at gathering funds(GROS etc.)
FOR THE STUDENT
FOR AFD OR PROJECT PARTNER
Financing?
Incorporate your AFD-project in your curriculum• Compensation for the time spent during the
year• AFD guides you through the process of
incorporating your project in your curriculum• Overview per faculty available on website
• How many credits? • When to take up a project in your ISP? • Who to contact at your faculty?
Unique in Leuven: students from almost all faculties can incorporate a project in their
curriculum!
Who are we looking for?1. All faculties and backgrounds• Last year, we recruited from 11 different faculties, so
everyone is welcome! • From third bachelor onwards
2. Interested in entrepreneurship and development cooperation• Interested to start, consult for or lobby for an enterprise
and to participate in durable development while doing so.
3. Passion and initiative• Willing to take matters into their own hands and have a
positive influence and impact on the world.
Apply Now!1. Closing Day (October 5th)2. CV + motivation letter (deadline 6th of
October)• Apply for AFD as a whole, but specify your preferences and
motivate.• Send to [email protected]
3. Informal interview (between 7th and 10th of October)• Look for competences, experiences, but especially motivation• The sooner you apply, the more chance a time slot suits you
4. Teambuilding event (14th October)• To kick off the year with a bang!• Because the F should stand for fun!
More info on: www.academicsfordevelopment.be or the Facebook Page
Questions? Receive an answer within 24h via [email protected]
UNLOCK YOUR FULL POTENTIAL!
HAVE SOCIAL IMPACT!