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U21 Global Citizens Programme: Application Opens on Feb 3, 2025
U21 Global Citizens Programme
U21 is offering an online, international opportunity for students around the world this March! Application opens from February 3, 2025.
Universitas 21 Global Citizens is an online leadership development programme, delivered by Common Purpose, a global not-for-profit organisation that specializes in Cross-Boundary Leadership. Participants will develop ideas together, across borders and time zones, honing skills needed to thrive in the 21st century whilst tackling some of the world’s most pressing problems, outlined in Sustainable Development goals. Hear from previous participants on U21 website.
U21 Global Citizens is open to 2,000 students across the U21 global network of 28 universities, spanning 20 countries and 19 time zones. Throughout the programme participants will engage with and learn from students across the globe.
As a result of the programme, you will be:
- Equipped to take rapid action on the Sustainable Development Goal that you choose
- Able to step outwards and collaborate with diverse networks
- Ready to challenge preconceptions and better inform other people’s perspectives
- Better equipped to operate across hierarchies
- Better prepared to live and maintain your values and integrity
- Better connected to U21 students around the world
Successful completion of the programme and all activities will earn you the Global Citizens micro-credential which you can display on your LinkedIn profile, demonstrating that you have developed the skills to tackle complex global issues and stand up as a leader.
This programme is entirely free and exclusive to students at U21 member universities. Your application is strongly encouraged! Please note that there is a limited number of spaces per member university and U21 will operate a waiting list once all allocated spaces are filled.