Empowering Youth Against Corruption : International Anti-Corruption Winter School
Corruption is a global problem that affects societies in different ways. To fight corruption and empower youth, the International Anti-Corruption Academy (IACA) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) have launched the online International Anti-Corruption Winter School – Africa Edition 2023.
The course, free online, taking place from 4 to 8 December 2023, provides a unique opportunity for young people to learn from anti-corruption experts and participate in the fight against corruption. In this guide, we’ll consider why you should consider joining the program, what’s on the agenda, who’s eligible to apply, application details, admissions standards, and key administrative issues.
Why you should join
Corruption is a pervasive problem that affects every corner of the world. Joining the online International Anti-Corruption Winter School is an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of corruption, why it matters and how to combat it.
Learn from eminent experts.
The program provides an opportunity to learn from prominent anti-corruption experts who provide valuable knowledge and experience.
free
The winter school is completely free, removes financial barriers and ensures that young people from diverse backgrounds can participate.
Be part of a meaningful movement.
This is not just a learning opportunity. This is an opportunity to be part of a meaningful anti-corruption movement. Your participation contributes to the global fight against this widespread problem.
What’s on the agenda?
The curriculum of the Online International Anti-Corruption Winter School – Africa Edition 2023 covers a variety of topics to equip participants with the knowledge and tools to effectively tackle corruption.
International Anti-Corruption Framework
Explore global strategies and frameworks aimed at combating corruption. Understand the international scenario and how different countries are dealing with corruption.
Prevention and detection of private sector
Examine how corruption manifests in the private sector and learn how to prevent and detect corruption in companies and organizations.
The nexus between governance and corruption
Understand the complex relationship between governance and corruption. Explore how corruption can undermine governance structures and the consequences of such actions.
Who can apply?
The Online International Anti-Corruption Winter School – Africa Edition 2023 is open to students and youth aged 18 to 29 years.
Age requirement
You should have been born between 8 December 1994 to 8 December 2005.
African citizenship
To be eligible, applicants must come from one of the following African countries:
- Angola
- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Central African Republic
- Chad
Comoros - Democratic Republic of Congo
- Djibouti
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Gambia
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Mozambique
- Niger
- Rwanda
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- South Sudan
- Sudan
- Togo
- Uganda
- United Republic of Tanzania
- Zambia
Application details
To apply for this prestigious program, you must follow a set of application procedures and provide specific documents. The details are:
Last date of application
Applications must be submitted by October 31, 2023, exclusively through the online application form accessible on the official program website.
Required Documents
Your application must be accompanied by an email to unodc-grace@un.org with the following documents: Be sure to clearly state your full name and use the subject line “Winter School for Students and Youth – African Edition”:
- curriculum vitae
- Copy of passport
- Letter of motivation
- Evidence of adequate command of English.
Admission criteria
Admission to the Online International Anti-Corruption Winter School – Africa Edition 2023 will be based on several criteria. These criteria include suitability for the program, English language proficiency, and gender balance. In some cases, IACA may request additional information or conduct an interview with the applicant.
English language skills
If English is not your native language, you can prove your command of English through a variety of means, including:
- Certificate of completion of at least one year of full-time study in English.
- Document substantial professional experience in an English-speaking environment.
- English language course certificate.
Applicants should be prepared for the possibility of an interview, which may be requested as part of the application process from IACA.