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THE GLOBAL SCHOLARS PROGRAMAfrican Leadership Academy (ALA) is the center of leadership development on the African continent, and the Global Scholars Program (GSP) is our laboratory. Under the guidance of ALA’s Entrepreneurial Leadership faculty, GSP is an opportunity for future leaders from around the world to learn about the beauty, diversity, and opportunity of the African continent, connect with one another, and develop the skills necessary to become agents of positive change in their own communities. GSP is a venue for a select group of students to share ideas, identify opportunities, and explore their own potential to bring widespread change to Africa.
EXPAND YOUR HORIZONSAt GSP, you will discover the history, energy, and enthusiasm of South Africa by spending three weeks on our campus outside of Johannesburg. Gain a new perspective through your African Studies discussions, and excursions to the Apartheid Museum, the Cradle of Humankind and Pilanesberg National Park. Engage deeply with the community, identifying challenges and implementing innovative solutions to local problems. Learn from outstanding leaders and entrepreneurs at the forefront of the critical issues facing the continent today. Put your leadership development and teambuilding skills to the test with thought-provoking activities and exercises.
SERVICE LEARNING PROJECTSGSP provides a unique opportunity to move beyond ‘volunteering’ and explore leadership in action. You will make meaningful contributions to social ventures launched by young, socially-conscious leaders like yourself. At the Kliptown Youth Program, you will learn from social entrepreneur Thulani Madondo and help tutor at-risk students in their afterschool program. At Emthonjeni Day Care, an organization founded by African Leadership Academy alumna Mbali Zondi, you will provide support for daily activities aimed at providing a strong educational foundation to at-risk children. Through these projects and more, GSP will give you the skills, connections, and the practice necessary to become an entrepreneurial leader in the 21st Century.
2015 PROGRAM DETAILS
The 2015 GSP Season will run from June 27th to August 17th. Session dates can be found on our website (www.alasummer.org). For those admitted to the program, enrollment in each session will be on a �rst-come, �rst-served basis.
Accomodation: All students will be housed on-campus at African Leadership Academy and will have access to ALA facilities for the duration of the program. These include the student dining hall, library, basketball and tennis courts, and athletic �elds.
Cost: A comprehensive program fee of $4,200 will cover tuition, all meals and accommodation on campus, airport and local transportation to experiential sites, and all fees associated with program �eld trips. A 10% Early Bird Discount will be available to students who register and apply before 15 December, 2014. There are also family discounts and group deals for schools!
Eligibility: GSP seeks dynamic, motivated high- school students between the ages of 15 and 19 from across the world who are thrilled at the prospect of an intense program in which they will develop as global leaders, build lasting friendships, engage in deep study of the African continent, and contribute value to a social venture. The 2014 GSP included students from across Africa, Asia, Europe, South America, and the USA.
DISCOVERLEARN FROM AFRICAN ACTIVISTS, ENTREPRENEURS & EDUCATORS
CONNECTING FUTURE LEADERS TO AFRICA. REVEALING AFRICA TO THE WORLD.
www.alasummer.org
A summer youth leadership program for teenagers from all over the world.
THE GLOBAL SCHOLARS PROGRAMAfrican Leadership Academy (ALA) is the center of leadership development on the African continent, and the Global Scholars Program (GSP) is our laboratory. Under the guidance of ALA’s Entrepreneurial Leadership faculty, GSP is an opportunity for future leaders from around the world to learn about the beauty, diversity, and opportunity of the African continent, connect with one another, and develop the skills necessary to become agents of positive change in their own communities. GSP is a venue for a select group of students to share ideas, identify opportunities, and explore their own potential to bring widespread change to Africa.
EXPAND YOUR HORIZONSAt GSP, you will discover the history, energy, and enthusiasm of South Africa by spending three weeks on our campus outside of Johannesburg. Gain a new perspective through your African Studies discussions, and excursions to the Apartheid Museum, the Cradle of Humankind and Pilanesberg National Park. Engage deeply with the community, identifying challenges and implementing innovative solutions to local problems. Learn from outstanding leaders and entrepreneurs at the forefront of the critical issues facing the continent today. Put your leadership development and teambuilding skills to the test with thought-provoking activities and exercises.
SERVICE LEARNING PROJECTSGSP provides a unique opportunity to move beyond ‘volunteering’ and explore leadership in action. You will make meaningful contributions to social ventures launched by young, socially-conscious leaders like yourself. At the Kliptown Youth Program, you will learn from social entrepreneur Thulani Madondo and help tutor at-risk students in their afterschool program. At Emthonjeni Day Care, an organization founded by African Leadership Academy alumna Mbali Zondi, you will provide support for daily activities aimed at providing a strong educational foundation to at-risk children. Through these projects and more, GSP will give you the skills, connections, and the practice necessary to become an entrepreneurial leader in the 21st Century.
2015 PROGRAM DETAILS
The 2015 GSP Season will run from June 27th to August 17th. Session dates can be found on our website (www.alasummer.org). For those admitted to the program, enrollment in each session will be on a �rst-come, �rst-served basis.
Accomodation: All students will be housed on-campus at African Leadership Academy and will have access to ALA facilities for the duration of the program. These include the student dining hall, library, basketball and tennis courts, and athletic �elds.
Cost: A comprehensive program fee of $4,200 will cover tuition, all meals and accommodation on campus, airport and local transportation to experiential sites, and all fees associated with program �eld trips. A 10% Early Bird Discount will be available to students who register and apply before 15 December, 2014. There are also family discounts and group deals for schools!
Eligibility: GSP seeks dynamic, motivated high- school students between the ages of 15 and 19 from across the world who are thrilled at the prospect of an intense program in which they will develop as global leaders, build lasting friendships, engage in deep study of the African continent, and contribute value to a social venture. The 2014 GSP included students from across Africa, Asia, Europe, South America, and the USA.
EXPLOREGO BEYOND VOLUNTEERING & EXPLORE LEADERSHIP IN ACTION
LEADLEAD & LAUNCH AN INITIATIVE FOR A COMMUNITY IN NEED
DISCOVERLEARN FROM AFRICAN ACTIVISTS, ENTREPRENEURS & EDUCATORS
At ALA, we recognize that your time on campus is just the beginning. Equipped with the lessons and experience of GSP, we expect graduates to go on to start a wide range of projects and socially-responsible ventures in their home communities. We hope you’ll join us this year for the Global Scholars Program as we connect future leaders to Africa, and reveal Africa to the world.
www.alasummer.org
THE GLOBAL SCHOLARS PROGRAMAfrican Leadership Academy (ALA) is the center of leadership development on the African continent, and the Global Scholars Program (GSP) is our laboratory. Under the guidance of ALA’s Entrepreneurial Leadership faculty, GSP is an opportunity for future leaders from around the world to learn about the beauty, diversity, and opportunity of the African continent, connect with one another, and develop the skills necessary to become agents of positive change in their own communities. GSP is a venue for a select group of students to share ideas, identify opportunities, and explore their own potential to bring widespread change to Africa.
EXPAND YOUR HORIZONSAt GSP, you will discover the history, energy, and enthusiasm of South Africa by spending three weeks on our campus outside of Johannesburg. Gain a new perspective through your African Studies discussions, and excursions to the Apartheid Museum, the Cradle of Humankind and Pilanesberg National Park. Engage deeply with the community, identifying challenges and implementing innovative solutions to local problems. Learn from outstanding leaders and entrepreneurs at the forefront of the critical issues facing the continent today. Put your leadership development and teambuilding skills to the test with thought-provoking activities and exercises.
SERVICE LEARNING PROJECTSGSP provides a unique opportunity to move beyond ‘volunteering’ and explore leadership in action. You will make meaningful contributions to social ventures launched by young, socially-conscious leaders like yourself. At the Kliptown Youth Program, you will learn from social entrepreneur Thulani Madondo and help tutor at-risk students in their afterschool program. At Emthonjeni Day Care, an organization founded by African Leadership Academy alumna Mbali Zondi, you will provide support for daily activities aimed at providing a strong educational foundation to at-risk children. Through these projects and more, GSP will give you the skills, connections, and the practice necessary to become an entrepreneurial leader in the 21st Century.
2015 PROGRAM DETAILS
The 2015 GSP Season will run from June 27th to August 17th. Session dates can be found on our website (www.alasummer.org). For those admitted to the program, enrollment in each session will be on a �rst-come, �rst-served basis.
Accomodation: All students will be housed on-campus at African Leadership Academy and will have access to ALA facilities for the duration of the program. These include the student dining hall, library, basketball and tennis courts, and athletic �elds.
Cost: A comprehensive program fee of $4,200 will cover tuition, all meals and accommodation on campus, airport and local transportation to experiential sites, and all fees associated with program �eld trips. A 10% Early Bird Discount will be available to students who register and apply before 15 December, 2014. There are also family discounts and group deals for schools!
Eligibility: GSP seeks dynamic, motivated high- school students between the ages of 15 and 19 from across the world who are thrilled at the prospect of an intense program in which they will develop as global leaders, build lasting friendships, engage in deep study of the African continent, and contribute value to a social venture. The 2014 GSP included students from across Africa, Asia, Europe, South America, and the USA.
What sets GSP apart from other summer programs?The Global Scholars Program di�ers from other programs in the depth of experience we provide. African Leadership Academy is the leading pan-African educational institution in the world, with an outstanding track record of connecting the African continent’s most exceptional young leaders. We have carefully constructed GSP from the ground up. Our unique leadership programming sets us apart through direct interactions with leaders from the grassroots level to high-ranking �gures in African politics and business. Our focus on community based service-learning engagements allows you to become immersed in the local culture and community.
Will attending the Global Scholars Program help me gain acceptance into a university?African Leadership Academy’s academic reputation is unequivocally exceptional. Students who have completed our unique full-time curriculum are now attending schools such as Harvard, Stanford, Dartmouth, Duke, and Princeton. Our Global Scholars Program will bring similarly bright minds for a rigorous exploration of Africa and leadership. But it’s not simply attending the GSP that will help you get into college. Rather, it’s what you learn at GSP that can make a di�erence. You will do community service in a developing country and experience a culture and lifestyle very di�erent from your own. GSP will teach you to re�ect on your experience: who you are; who you want to be; and what your leadership role in the world will be. By the end, you’ll know yourself better. You’ll understand the world around you better and the role you will play in its future. You will have lots to talk about in your college admissions essays.
What safety and security measures are in e�ect during the program?African Leadership Academy is dedicated to providing the safest international service-learning program possible. The ALA campus has a strict access policy and is guarded by a 24-hour security service to help ensure the enjoyment and safety of our participants. What are the lodging and dietary accommodations during the Global Scholars Program?During the program, the students will live together in a single dormitory building on the campus of African Leadership Academy, which is an international boarding school located in the quiet, peaceful outskirts of Johannesburg, in an area called Honeydew. Our dining hall is able to accommodate a variety of dietary restrictions. The beautiful campus has all of the security features of any world-class international boarding high school.
Who is eligible to apply for the Global Scholars Program?African Leadership Academy seeks dynamic, motivated high school students, ages 15-19, from around the world—North America, South America, Asia, Middle East, Europe, and Africa—who are thrilled at the prospect of an enriching nineteen-day leadership program.
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PAYMENT OPTIONS Our secure online application process is simple and easy with �exible payment options including credit card processing and wire transfers.
THE GLOBAL SCHOLARS PROGRAMAfrican Leadership Academy (ALA) is the center of leadership development on the African continent, and the Global Scholars Program (GSP) is our laboratory. Under the guidance of ALA’s Entrepreneurial Leadership faculty, GSP is an opportunity for future leaders from around the world to learn about the beauty, diversity, and opportunity of the African continent, connect with one another, and develop the skills necessary to become agents of positive change in their own communities. GSP is a venue for a select group of students to share ideas, identify opportunities, and explore their own potential to bring widespread change to Africa.
EXPAND YOUR HORIZONSAt GSP, you will discover the history, energy, and enthusiasm of South Africa by spending three weeks on our campus outside of Johannesburg. Gain a new perspective through your African Studies discussions, and excursions to the Apartheid Museum, the Cradle of Humankind and Pilanesberg National Park. Engage deeply with the community, identifying challenges and implementing innovative solutions to local problems. Learn from outstanding leaders and entrepreneurs at the forefront of the critical issues facing the continent today. Put your leadership development and teambuilding skills to the test with thought-provoking activities and exercises.
SERVICE LEARNING PROJECTSGSP provides a unique opportunity to move beyond ‘volunteering’ and explore leadership in action. You will make meaningful contributions to social ventures launched by young, socially-conscious leaders like yourself. At the Kliptown Youth Program, you will learn from social entrepreneur Thulani Madondo and help tutor at-risk students in their afterschool program. At Emthonjeni Day Care, an organization founded by African Leadership Academy alumna Mbali Zondi, you will provide support for daily activities aimed at providing a strong educational foundation to at-risk children. Through these projects and more, GSP will give you the skills, connections, and the practice necessary to become an entrepreneurial leader in the 21st Century.
2015 PROGRAM DETAILS
The 2015 GSP Season will run from June 27th to August 17th. Session dates can be found on our website (www.alasummer.org). For those admitted to the program, enrollment in each session will be on a �rst-come, �rst-served basis.
Accomodation: All students will be housed on-campus at African Leadership Academy and will have access to ALA facilities for the duration of the program. These include the student dining hall, library, basketball and tennis courts, and athletic �elds.
Cost: A comprehensive program fee of $4,200 will cover tuition, all meals and accommodation on campus, airport and local transportation to experiential sites, and all fees associated with program �eld trips. A 10% Early Bird Discount will be available to students who register and apply before 15 December, 2014. There are also family discounts and group deals for schools!
Eligibility: GSP seeks dynamic, motivated high- school students between the ages of 15 and 19 from across the world who are thrilled at the prospect of an intense program in which they will develop as global leaders, build lasting friendships, engage in deep study of the African continent, and contribute value to a social venture. The 2014 GSP included students from across Africa, Asia, Europe, South America, and the USA.
What sets GSP apart from other summer programs?The Global Scholars Program di�ers from other programs in the depth of experience we provide. African Leadership Academy is the leading pan-African educational institution in the world, with an outstanding track record of connecting the African continent’s most exceptional young leaders. We have carefully constructed GSP from the ground up. Our unique leadership programming sets us apart through direct interactions with leaders from the grassroots level to high-ranking �gures in African politics and business. Our focus on community based service-learning engagements allows you to become immersed in the local culture and community.
Will attending the Global Scholars Program help me gain acceptance into a university?African Leadership Academy’s academic reputation is unequivocally exceptional. Students who have completed our unique full-time curriculum are now attending schools such as Harvard, Stanford, Dartmouth, Duke, and Princeton. Our Global Scholars Program will bring similarly bright minds for a rigorous exploration of Africa and leadership. But it’s not simply attending the GSP that will help you get into college. Rather, it’s what you learn at GSP that can make a di�erence. You will do community service in a developing country and experience a culture and lifestyle very di�erent from your own. GSP will teach you to re�ect on your experience: who you are; who you want to be; and what your leadership role in the world will be. By the end, you’ll know yourself better. You’ll understand the world around you better and the role you will play in its future. You will have lots to talk about in your college admissions essays.
What safety and security measures are in e�ect during the program?African Leadership Academy is dedicated to providing the safest international service-learning program possible. The ALA campus has a strict access policy and is guarded by a 24-hour security service to help ensure the enjoyment and safety of our participants. What are the lodging and dietary accommodations during the Global Scholars Program?During the program, the students will live together in a single dormitory building on the campus of African Leadership Academy, which is an international boarding school located in the quiet, peaceful outskirts of Johannesburg, in an area called Honeydew. Our dining hall is able to accommodate a variety of dietary restrictions. The beautiful campus has all of the security features of any world-class international boarding high school.
Who is eligible to apply for the Global Scholars Program?African Leadership Academy seeks dynamic, motivated high school students, ages 15-19, from around the world—North America, South America, Asia, Middle East, Europe, and Africa—who are thrilled at the prospect of an enriching nineteen-day leadership program.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 31 MARCH www.alasummer.org
Please visit us at www.alasummer.org
Contact the GSP via email @ [email protected]
To learn about experiences from past GSP participants, please visit www.facebook.com/ALAGSP or www.alasummer.org/blog
GAP YEAR PROGRAM In addition to the three-week Global Scholars Program, ALA also enrolls a limited number of students to pursue a Gap Year prior to entering university. Gap Year students live on campus and are fully integrated as members of the ALA community, completing coursework in Entrepreneurial Leadership and African Studies, working with student enterprises, and potentially completing internships with social enterprises in the Johannesburg area.
Contact: [email protected]
TWO YEAR PROGRAM The African Leadership Academy also o�ers a two year program. The academy seeks dynamic, passionate individuals who are outstanding scholars and community leaders.
Application Criteria: Leadership Potential Passion for Africa Commitment to service Entrepreneurial spirit Academic aptitude 16- 19 years old Minimum grade 10
For more information visit: www.africanleadershipacademy.orgCall: +27 (0) 11 699 3000 Or email: [email protected]
THE ANZISHA PRIZEThe Anzisha Prize is the premier award for Africa’s youngest entrepreneurs. It seeks to recognize young innovators, ages 15-22, who have developed and implemented innovative solutions to pressing challenges or created strong businesses that take advantage of market opportunities. The Prize recognises young leaders whose passion for Africa drives them to design and develop projects and businesses that transform their communities and continent.
The Anzisha Prize is an initiative of the African Leadership Academy in partnership with The MasterCard Foundation.
For more information visit www.anzishaprize.org
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