Author: MCI

Our Chalet, Switzerland

3 — 11 May 2020

Helen Storrow Seminar 2020

Leading for a Greener Future
The Helen Storrow Seminar gives young people from around the world the chance to connect on issues they care about and take the lead as agents of change in their communities.
This special programme has been held at Our Chalet, WAGGGS’ World Centre in Switzerland, since 1986. In the heart of the Swiss Alps, this Our Chalet adventure brings Girl Guides and Girl Scouts closer to nature, explores the environmental issues they face in their communities, and inspires them to value and protect the environment.

“The Helen Storrow Seminar taught me to be more open minded, it gave me ways to help the environment and how to adapt my plans efficiently. I am more motivated to be the change.”
-Participant 2015

Learning Outcomes
Discover wild places in the Swiss Alps and test your appetite for adventure!
Explore your own leadership practice and develop the mindsets of a change maker
Learn more about environmental issues you care about
Connect with your peers from other countries and share ideas and solutions for common challenges
Experience the diversity of Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting around the world
Be the change, as you design and carry out a project to protect the environment in your community

Discover Wild Places - International Experience - Leadership Development - Environmental Action

Who can apply?

Participants should be:
An active member of a WAGGGS Association
18 - 25 years old in April 2020
Able to understand and communicate well in English
Not have participated in a WAGGGS seminar before
Passionate about environmental issues
Committed to designing and running an environmental project in the wider community after the seminar
Eager to develop new leadership skills and support their Association
Mature and responsible global citizens
Able to access the internet

Practical Information
Arrive by 18.00 on 3rd May 2020. Depart on the morning of 11th May 2020.
Participants must attend the full programme.
Seminar cost is CHF 800. This includes all meals, accommodation and programme. This does not include travel to and from Our Chalet, insurance or visa costs.
Limited partial and full scholarships available.
Deadline for applications is 7th February 2020.
Associations may submit more than one participant application.
The seminar includes some adventurous activities but limited tourism. Contact the Our Chalet team to spend more days enjoying Our Chalet for an extra fee.
Interested?
Check you fit the participant criteria (please note the seminar will be held in English)
Download the application form: www.ourchalet.ch
Have your application approved by your Association and send to: info@ourchalet.wagggs.org

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