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5th International Women's Institute on Leadership and
Disability (WILD)
August 6 - 29, 2010 in Eugene, Oregon, USA
Apply Early
We expect to review a large number of applications for a limited number of openings. Limited scholarships may be available based on applicant's demonstrated financial need. Application deadline is March 1, 2010.
About the Program
MIUSA's Women's Institute on Leadership and Disability (WILD) will bring together approximately 25 women leaders with disabilities to strengthen leadership skills, create new visions and build international networks of support.
During the 3-week program, participants will take part in workshops and discussions, conduct on-site visits, and participate in team-building activities, to explore challenges and exchange strategies for increasing leadership opportunities and employment of women and girls with disabilities internationally.
Program activities will focus on priority issues for women with disabilities, including:
- Leadership for economic
empowerment
- Educational rights and
opportunities
- Career planning and
higher education
- Employment strategies
- Health and family issues
- Using the media and
coalition building
- Organizational
development and sustainability
- Inclusive international
development programs
- Cultural and
team-building
- Mentorship and
networking
- Goals and action plans
Language
The official languages of WILD are English and American Sign Language (ASL). Arabic, French and Spanish language interpreters will be provided based on need of the selected delegation.
Who Can Apply
Emerging and established women leaders with disabilities from around the world who demonstrate:
- Personal experience with disability, an understanding
of issues, and a commitment to working for the rights of women and girls
with disabilities
- Membership in an organization led by and for people
with disabilities, or by and for women, with particular attention to
issues of women and girls with disabilities; or employment in a business
or program committed to inclusion of women and girls with disabilities
- Commitment to and capacity for increasing leadership
opportunities and employment of women with disabilities in the community
and/or country
Program Cost
Total cost is USD$250 - Includes all travel, food, lodging and program costs. Scholarships are available.
Apply Early
Application deadline is March 1, 2010. We expect to review a large number of applications for a limited number of openings. Limited scholarships may be available based on applicant's demonstrated financial need.
Download the
application here!
Applications in alternative
formats are available upon request
English
Arabic /
العربية
Française
Español
Please send applications, attention "WILD 2010" by:
- Email: womenleaders@miusa.org
- Fax: 1-541-343-6812
Sponsors
WILD 2010 is made possible by the generous sponsorship of the Walmart Foundation, Mobility International USA and with support from individuals and local businesses in Eugene and Springfield, Oregon.
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