UN SDSN GLOBAL SCHOOLS ADVOCATES VOLUNTEERING 2023 PROGRAM
Global Schools Advocate Application Form 2023
Serving as an Advocate for Global Schools and the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) will equip you with the knowledge of sustainable development, including key educational frameworks and models that support the SDGs. The program will also equip Advocates with the tools to help transform learning environments. The Advocates will serve as official spokespersons for Global Schools and serve as local focal points within schools to continue advocating for ESD within learning communities. The Advocates will serve a term from July 2023 to December 2023, with the option to extend their mandate. Advocates will be given access to other training opportunities and webinars during the months their schools are on holiday.
The primary responsibilities of the Advocates include:
1. Complete the online training. The advocates will participate in an online training program to develop their understanding of sustainable development, Global Schools, and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD).
2. Introduce ESD to their school. Advocates will be given a Toolkit with a presentation as well as a workshop that they can adapt to school communities.
3. Integrate ESD activities in classrooms and/or the school community. Advocates will be given a Toolkit with Lesson Plans and Activities that they can carry out throughout their mandate in their classroom and/or school. The Advocates program does not require teachers to implement a defined curriculum.
4. Share their Journey. Advocates will be tasked with sharing their journey with the Global Schools community. They can also share projects and initiatives with school leadership, parents, and the greater community.
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION
At time of applying for this role the candidate should:
● Be employed at a primary or secondary school for the duration of the Advocate mandate (July 2023-December 2023). Teachers working through fellowship programs or volunteer programs at primary and secondary schools (i.e. Fulbright, UN Volunteers, Peace Corps) are eligible. Those employed at Teacher training colleges, universities, or post-secondary institutions are not eligible. If you plan on switching careers or going back to university during this period, you are also not eligible.
● Possess a good command of the English language to complete the training course and communicate with the global cohort.
● Commit to the vision of the program and comply with the standards and level of professionalism set by Global Schools.
● Be able to commit 5 hours per week for this role.
● Be absolutely self-driven, accountable and responsible for meeting his/her goals.
● Be able to communicate effectively with school leadership and other teachers.
Before proceeding to the Global Schools Advocate application, you MUST read the following two documents.
1. The Global Schools Advocates Terms of Reference
2. The Global Schools Advocates FAQ
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