Tell the World How to Change
November 25, 2008—Are you passionate about development? Do you have opinions on how to make the world a better place? Want the world to hear you? Now's your chance!
Youthink! is launching a blog. The goal is to create a social platform for youth discussion around development topics such as how to end poverty and disease among the world's poorest people, and meet the other Millennium Development Goals.
Put your ideas and enthusiasm into words, video and photos; share ideas with people all over the world!
How to Become a Youthink! Blogger
If you're chomping at the bit to get started, interested and wired on global issues, and aged between 16–25, then please submit a writing sample of 500 words or less to the Youthink! Editor at
by December 31, 2008. Selected bloggers will be notified by January 7, 2009, at which time they will be asked to submit a CV and 2 recommendations.
We are looking for writing that is lively and engaging, that both informs and entertains. Good use of multimedia is a big plus. Please refer to the guidelines below for some tips, and also mention any existing Web presence/blogs you might already have.
Compensation: Unpaid. This is an opportunity to get your voice heard by thousands of people around the world, share ideas, and find solutions for making the world a better place.
Dates: January 20, 2009–April 20, 2009
Guidelines for bloggers:
The blog will play off top world development issues such as the food and fuel crisis, etc. (see the Youthink! Issues section for more information).
- TONE: Be personal. Write in your voice—you're talking to other young people—and say what you believe in, and what you oppose. Write about how these issues impact you and young people in your country. Keep comments general. Avoid criticizing specific leaders or governments. Talk about issues or situations without condemning who you think is responsible. The Editor reserves the right to edit or reject content of a sensitive nature.
- MULTIMEDIA: Think multimedia. Fill your blog with links. Use photos or link to Flickr or YouTube videos; link to other blogs, data and research that are relevant.
- LENGTH OF ARTICLES: Shorter is better. Keep your blog fast-paced and conversational.
- FREQUENCY: Once a week.
- OUTCOME: The mission of Youthink! is "to get involved" and "take action." Be specific and recommend solutions. Raise questions and make people think. Write in a way that will encourage responses and comments, and begin ongoing conversations.
Become a Youthink! Blogger!
Contact:
Youthink! Editor
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