COMPETITION: Young Champions of Maternal Health

Dear Changemakers,

Spend nine months abroad working on a maternal health project - alongside an Ashoka Fellow - all expenses paid!

If that sounds like an incredible opportunity, it is.

Sixteen young leaders will be chosen to take part. If this interests you, apply now at Changemakers.com through March 17, 2010.

http://www.changemakers.com/en-us/maternalhealth

About The Young Champions Program

Strong mothers enable children, families, communities and economies to grow and thrive. Yet there are more than 500,000 maternal deaths every year, and millions more suffer from preventable disabilities. The causes of these tragedies are many, but most causes are rooted in the unequal social and economic status of women.


Ashoka and the Maternal Health Task Force are partnering to create an innovative new program that transforms the field of maternal health globally. The Young Champions of Maternal Health Program will use the Changemakers online platform to identify 16 young leaders – called Young Champions – from around the world that will spend nine months working abroad on a maternal health project while being mentored by a seasoned Ashoka Fellow in the field of maternal health.

Eligibility

1. Successful completion of at least a B.A. (or equivalent degree)

2. A track record of involvement in public health, as indicated by professional and/or academic experiences.

3. A clear commitment to and professional interest in the improvement of maternal health, especially in developing countries.

4. Demonstrated leadership qualities and potential as evidenced by community and organizational activities reflected within the application.

5. Preparedness and enthusiasm to participate in a nine month mentorship experience with an Ashoka Fellow who may live in a country that is of a different cultural context.


Please read through the Young Champions Guidelines and Criteria at www.changemakers.com/maternalhealth located under “Competition Information”.

Apply now:

http://www.changemakers.com/en-us/maternalhealth