SARSYC 2024 [5TH EDITION] Call for Conference Chairperson
We are excited to announce the 5th edition of the Southern African Regional Students and Youth Conference (SARSYC) which is running from the 17th of 19th of July in Botswana. This conference serves as a platform for young people, policymakers, researchers, civil society organizations, and development partners from across the Southern African community to discuss innovative and collaborative approaches for youth-centric education and health policies. The theme for 5th edition of the conference is “Building Bridges, Navigating Emerging Issues: Advancing Equitable Access to Public Health and Education”.
We are currently seeking dedicated and passionate young people to join us as Conference chairpersons. If you are interested in steering dynamic conversations for positive discourse, we want to hear from you!
CALL FOR CONFERENCE CHAIRPERSON Why join us at SARSYC?
SARSYC provides you an opportunity to be part of a growing movement that advances the health and education rights of young people in the region. Through the conference, you can amplify the voices of young people in high-level decision-making processes and lead technical programs and initiatives that empower them.
SARSYC provides you with an opportunity to share your knowledge and expertise with a regional audience. Disseminating information is critical in generating the critical mass needed to lobby for change.
SARSYC provides you with an opportunity to engage High-Level delegates in Southern Africa and beyond. If you desire to influence change, sharing your insights at SARSYC could spark the change you wish to see.
SARSYC offers you a valuable opportunity to expand your networks and elevate your profile within the fields of health and education.
Speaker benefits
• Special recognition in conference materials and websites
• Opportunity to present to a diverse audience.
• Network with other passionate leaders and young people in the fields of health and education.
• Full access to all conference sessions
Responsibilities
• Lead and oversee the conference sessions.
• Facilitate the engagement of participants to ensure productive, fair, and tolerant discussions.
• Coordinate with speakers and panelists for smooth session transitions.
• Represent SARSYC and uphold the conference’s objectives.
Eligibility criteria
Age: 18 to 26
Nationality
The chairperson must be a citizen of any Southern African Country
Requirements
• Demonstrated commitment to human rights, youth empowerment, education of health.
• Proven experience in leadership roles, preferably in conference/event management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple tasks.
• The application should be submitted on or before the 31st of May 2024.