The 44th Youth in Community Action(YiCA[ika])

□ Main Programmes

1) Thematic Activities

Participants will organize workshops on global and local issues related to their respective field. Study tour around the field, discussion of local issues and action(ex. campaigns) with the local people will also be part of the activities.

2) Community Services

The event is designed to meet the needs and interest of the local hosting organizations.  Activities ‘with’ and ‘for’ the local community will be realized.  Participants will engage in meetings with the local population as an important part of the project.

3) Cultural Exchanges

All of the participants will have the opportunity to present and exhibit their unique cultures.

□ Field Information

(Camp Code/ Location/ Cooperating Organization)

KNCU-4401/ Gwangju/ Gwangju Youth Service Center

• Theme: [Search for Alternatives] Rediscovering Community
   
• Description of Field
  The Gwangju Youth Service Center is a community organization dedicated to the activation of youth in the community. The center promotes volunteering and provides social activities for local youth. The Center is located in the city of Gwangju, the site of the May 1980 civilian uprising against political repression and martial law in defense of justice, democracy, human rights and freedom.
  The center invites participants to discover cultural links that current society has left aside. Through tours around the old-city, participants will work with local youth in discovering and identifying traditional heritage that can guide the city and society in the future.
   
• Meeting Point: Gwangju City Train Station
  

KNCU-4402/ Jeju, Han-gyeong/ Gotjawal Saramdeul

• Theme: [Environment] Sustainable Community Development
   
• Description of Field
  Gotjawal is a specific plant union formed naturally on lava-based rocksides that are common all around the Jeju island. Gotjawal is acknowledged for its ecological importance because of its role in clearing the mineral water underground that has been the main source of drinking water of the island,
  Gotjawal Saramdeul is an environmental NGO working mainly to enhance awareness for ecological conservation of gotjawal around the island. One of their main interests is community involvement in development processes and seeking means of sustainable living. Participants are invited to participate in ecological study tour around the island and engage in local activities to preserve nature against capital-centered massive development.
  
  
• Meeting Point: Jeju International Airport
  

KNCU-4403/ Jeju, Jocheon/ Geomeun Oreum Heritage Village

• Theme: [Heritage Preservation] Natural Heritage & Ecotourism
   
• Description of Field
  Jeju is a volcanic island located south of the Korean peninsula. The island of Jeju was formed from volcanic activities approximately 1.2million years ago, creating Mt. Halla. This mountain towers 1,950 meters above sea level at the center of the island, alongside numerous oreums(parasitic volcanic cones) scattered around the entire island. The World Heritage Ceneter(WHC) inducted “Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes” into the World Natural Heritage list, Korea’s first such registration on June 27, 2007.
  The Geomeun Oreum Heritage Village has experienced drastic change since 2008 when the Geomun Oreum lava tube system in the area was recognized and identified by the government as a potential tourist attraction. With the World Heritage Center construction and increasing tour visits, the village is interested in building eco-tourism in the area. Besides the prominence of small self-sufficient agricultural work, activity in the village centers on the heritage site. Participants will be involved in supporting the activities of Geomeun Oreum Heritage Information Center, multicultural events in village summer schools and agricultural work in fields.
   
• Meeting Point: Jeju International Airport
  

KNCU-4404/ Namwon/ Namwon Hyanggyo

• Theme: [Heritage Preservation] Preservation of Traditional Heritage
   
• Description of Field
  Namwon Hyanggyo, a Korean cultural heritage site, is a local school annexed to a Confucian shrine that dates back to the Joseon Dynasty. The academy is run by village seniors and continues to offer classes that are open to the local community. Participants will be able to understand the origins and experience first-hand Confucian tradition and culture.
   
• Meeting Point: Namwon City Bus Terminal
  

KNCU-4405/ Seoul, Dobong/ Choroknara Children’s Library

• Theme: [Search for Alternatives] Community Solidarity
   
• Description of Field
  Choroknara Children’s Library began as a grassroots movement led by mothers in the community to provide children with supplementary education and care. Mothers’ active voluntary participation in civic works and activities in the community promotes educational service around the area. Participants will interact with local people and work with kids at the library.
   
• Meeting Point: Seoul Myeongdong, UNESCO House Building 

KNCU-4406/ Suncheon/ Suncheon Education Community

• Theme: [Youth Participation] Community Services
   
• Description of Field
  Founded 11 years ago, Suncheon Education Community is an NGO working for the educational well-being of the region. Teachers, parents and people interested in educational issues of the city actively gather to share opinions and activities to tackle current educational problems.
  The Community invites participants in organizing the ‘Suncheon Youth Festival.,’ and work with local youth.
   
• Meeting Point: Suncheon City Train Station

● Requirements for Participation

• Age: Young people between 18-27 years old.
   
• Language: The official language will be English.  Participants need not be fluent but must be able to communicate reasonably well in English.
   
• General Accommodation: Differs by each field site but it follows basic camp life with common room for sleeping and eating. Participants will cook for themselves.
   
• Participation fee: US$250 must be paid upon registration at the camp.  The fee covers the cost of accommodations and meals.  Please note that the fee does not include transportation costs to the meeting point for each field.

● Application/ Notification of Selection

Applicants must send their completed application form and letter of interest to the MALAYSIAN YOUTH COUNCIL  by mail, fax, or email no later than 15 June 2009.

※ Download Application Form

All applications will undergo a thorough review process.  Upon notification of their selection, participants and their sponsoring organizations will be sent further information about YiCA.  Please note that individuals without sponsorship are also welcome to apply.

● Certificate

Each participant will be awarded a certificate of completion upon conclusion of the event.