CALL FOR APPLICATIONS to be an ACCREDITED UNESCO CLUB! A global grassroots movement, Clubs for UNESCO supports the Organization’s priorities by using a community’s own experience, skills and outlook to foster peace and exchange. They consist of groups of people from all ages, from all walks of life and every background who share a firm belief in UNESCO’s ideals. The primary purpose of the Clubs is to develop understanding and support for UNESCO and its programmes. They seek to disseminate UNESCO’s ideals and undertake activities directly inspired by those of the Organization, broaden cultural horizons and provide an invaluable service to UNESCO and to the National Commissions for UNESCO in supplementing public information activities. The Clubs respect the founding principles of UNESCO and are non-profit making. They are also legally and financially independent from UNESCO. UNESCO Clubs aim to: Promote understanding of the aims and ideals of UNESCO and work for the success of their implementation; Facilitate international understanding, cooperation and world peace; Support human rights; Contribute to the training in civics and democracy of their members; and Participate in social development conceived as the attainment of the conditions most conducive to the full development of the human personality. Four (4) main categories of UNESCO Clubs: Clubs established in schools whose members are pupils and teachers in educational institutions; Clubs operating in universities and higher educational institutions, often established through the initiative of student groups; Clubs not intended specifically for schoolchildren or students but for a wider membership. These clubs have a clearly recognized legal status, and their membership includes leading members of the cultural and public service circles of the community; and Centres for UNESCO operating on a permanent basis, staffed by specialized personnel, with considerable financial resources. Programs, projects and activities of UNESCO Clubs must be aligned to one or more of the following overarching objectives of UNESCO: Attaining quality education for all and lifelong learning; Mobilizing science knowledge and policy for sustainable development; Addressing emerging social and ethical challenges; Fostering cultural diversity, intercultural dialogue and a culture of peace; and Building inclusive knowledge societies through information and communication. Accreditation Process The UNESCO NatCom is responsible for the orientations and legitimacy of activities that are undertaken by the UNESCO Clubs. It is highly recommended that the “Practical Guide for UNESCO Clubs” be consulted before proceeding with the accreditation process. A copy of which may be downloaded at unesdoc.unesco.org/images/0018/001821/182131e.pdf or request a copy from the UNESCO NatCom. The step-by-step process is as follows: Applicants must fill-up the Accreditation Form. Ensure that all the required information are provided. Do not alter or modify the Accreditation Form. Illegible or unreadable forms will not be processed. Attach the following supporting documents to the Accreditation Form: a. Letter of Intent; b. Club Logo, Brief History, Rationale, Vision, Mission and Objectives; c. List of Officials and Members with Contact Information; d. Organizational Structure and Schedule of Meetings; e. Organizational Rules and Procedures or Constitution and By-laws, if any; f. Planned Projects and Activities with Description, Timeframe, Intended Participants, Funding Sources and Expected Outcomes. Ensure that these plans are aligned with the abovementioned overarching objectives of UNESCO. For further information on UNESCO’s Medium-Term Strategy, please visit unesdoc.unesco.org/images/0014/001499/149999e.pdf; g. Financial Status Report; and h. Other pertinent documents, if any (e.g. endorsement letters, certifications, etc). Submit two (2) sets of the Accreditation Form and supporting documents via courier or snail mail to: Fatima A. Villasenor NAUCP Board Member in charge of Accreditation and Membership Youth Devt Officer IV Email add: pinkyvillasenor0709@gmail Postal add: Youth Devt Affairs - Provl Capitol Compd . P. Guevarra St. Sta. Cruz, Laguna 4009 Mobile: (0920) 938 4240 We will forward the application documents to the Membership Committee of the National Association of UNESCO Clubs in the Philippines (NAUCP) for its initial screening. If the documents submitted are insufficient, the said Committee shall coordinate with the applicant for its completion. Once complete, NAUCP shall submit its evaluation and recommendation to the UNESCO NatCom. The UNESCO NatCom shall review the application documents submitted and the recommendation from NAUCP. Should the request for accreditation be declined, the UNESCO NatCom shall inform the applicant in writing of its decision. If the request for accreditation is favorably considered, the applicant will be required to attend the 3rd National Convention of All accredited UNESCO Club scheduled on September 20-23, 2014 at the Atrium Hotel in Pasay City. The Certificate of Accreditation shall be issued to the applicant immediately after the orientation. The certification shall indicate the specific period (on a yearly basis, unless otherwise indicated) for which the Club is accredited by the UNESCO NatCom. Accredited Clubs will automatically be members of the NAUCP and shall pay its institutional membership fee amounting to one thousand five hundred pesos (Php 1,500.00) Accredited Clubs shall ensure periodic communication with the UNESCO NatCom, thru its Education Program Officer, either via email, snail mail, phone call or fax message. Submit an Annual Report to the UNESCO NatCom before the end of the accreditation period cited in the Certificate of Accreditation. Failure to do so may lead to non-renewal of the Club’s accreditation. For further information, please coordinate UNESCO NatCom at tel. (02) 834 4843 or fax (02) 831 8873. Deadline of Submission of application forms and other documents on August 15, 2014. Announcement of Result of Accreditation shall be August 30, 2014. Please coordinate with: Fatima A. Villasenor Youth Devt Officer IV Email add: pinkyvillasenor0709@gmail Postal add: Youth Devt Affairs - Provl Capitol Compd . P. Guevarra St. Sta. Cruz, Laguna 4009 To download application form: visit unescoclubphilippines.weebly Apply Now! And be counted as a UNESCO Club!
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