Get a chance to see UN Commision on Sustainable Development in NYC

SustainUS is now accepting applications to join the Agents of Change (AoC) youth delegation to the nineteenth session of the United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development (CSD-19), which will be held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City from May 2 – 13, 2011. CSD-19 is a policy session and addresses the topics of transport, chemicals, waste management, and mining. In addition, CSD-19 will follow-up on the 2006 Johannesburg Summit call to develop a 10-Year Framework of Programmes on Sustainable Consumption and Production Patterns.

Selected delegates will have the opportunity to work with government officials, scientists, civil society representatives, and youth from around the world to review progress on issues related to sustainable development. The delegation will be led by several SustainUS members who have experience with CSD and the Agents of Change program. These delegation leaders will organize sessions and will be available to guide delegates and help them find their own niche at CSD-19. SustainUS will also arrange for accreditation and assist delegates in finding housing in New York City. Unfortunately, group housing is not available for participants under 18 years of age. More information is available in the application itself.

How to apply: Please respond to the questions in the Application (http://www.sustainus.org/docs/2011/CSD-19_Delegate_Application_Form.doc) and send your application in the form of a single Word document to agents@sustainus.org. If you have any questions, please contact AoC Coordinators at the above address.

Applications must be received by 11:59 pm EST on Monday, February 14, 2011