Applications are open now for diverse students (ages 14 to 16) from the United Kingdom with a keen interest in Science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and sustainability.
AFS Intercultural Programs, a global non-profit educational exchange organisation, is expanding a special edition of its award-winning scholarship suite, the Global STEM Innovators to the United Kingdom.
The five-week full-scholarship program for 50 youth, ages 14 to 16, fosters the understanding and skills needed to help the world transition to a more sustainable future. The program combines an interactive virtual curriculum on global competence and a 1-week, in-person workshop focused on sustainable development and local impact. Scholarship winners will explore sustainable development and social impact through diverse perspectives, innovations, and real-world case studies, including opportunities to meet industry leaders and learn how different organisations rely on critical and emerging STEM skills in key roles.
AFS will welcome diverse scholars from around the UK to come together in person in August and participate in a full week of interactive, hands-on activities and cultural visits – including workshops on the UN Sustainable Development Goals, a solar energy site tour in Wales, as well as museum visits in Bristol, an Oxford campus tour, collaborative team challenges, and opportunities to network with and learn from Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics industry leaders around the UK.
“We know that young people are eager to innovate and bring a positive change to their communities and the world. That’s why AFS is proud to partner with bp to offer scholarships for programs that empower young people with critical global skills and knowledge, like cross-cultural communication, empathy, and conflict resolution. Educating more young people to become global citizens is crucial if we want to create a more sustainable future,” says Daniel Obst, President and CEO of AFS Intercultural Programs.
Upon program completion, scholars will earn a Competence Certificate and be invited to join the AFS Global STEM alumni community, which offers mentorship, networking, and academic and professional development opportunities.
To learn more about the initiative and apply, please visit https://afs.org/global-stem/innovators/.