Are you interested in discovering and enhancing your potentials?

Do you believe that you can and should make a difference in Egypt or your world? If so, you should join us on our sixth journey of self discovery and leadership learning through the YELLA Program.
YELLA is an eight-session leadership development program for university students. It is an exciting program of self discovery and skill enhancement through experiential learning and group work.

What is YELLA?

The YELLA Program has two main objectives: To provide opportunities for Egyptian students to develop the leadership attributes they will need to become productive members of the workforce, contributing participants in their communities, and involved citizens; and To build the interest and capacity of Egyptian institutions to deliver youth development and leadership programs The YELLA Program is administered by the Institute of International Education (IIE) and will be offered through CEDO. IIE is a world leader in the international exchange of people and ideas and has a wealth of experience with leadership and youth programming. The sessions will be led by experienced trainer/facilitators from CEDO.

What are the objectives of YELLA?

Who is responsible for the YELLA Program?

YELLA is designed around six core components that will empower students to be leaders in their universities and communities and distinguish them among their peers. Personal Growth & Development - Students will learn to identify their interests, set goals, learn to express themselves, resolve problems and conflicts, and build selfconfidence. Leadership Skills Development - Students will build important leadership skills such as vision, communication, group interaction and team building, inspiring support for their initiatives, action planning, and achieving results. A variety of activities will help them understand the importance of leadership, explore roles and responsibilities, and identify their own leadership strengths. Leadership for Service - Students will participate in a group service-learning project at the school to help them form appreciation for community and volunteerism. Ethics & Values - Students will have the opportunity to reflect on and share personal values and how values influence their behaviors and decisions. Students will be required to keep a journal of their leadership development experiences, reflections, and questions.

What will students learn in the YELLA Program?

Citizenship, Rights, and Responsibilities - Through engagement in projects in their school, students will learn the skills necessary to effectively participate in and effect positive change. By assuming a variety of roles and taking on multiple responsibilities, students discover their identities and their larger roles in their communities and in society as a whole. Global Interaction - Students will be given opportunities to participate in global internetbased projects that encourage them to collaborate with other students across borders and address common global issues. They will be encouraged to identify global issues for group discussions and special guest lectures. The Career and Entrepreneurship Development Office (CEDO) at Cairo University will select 25 students to participate in the sixth iteration of the YELLA Program through an application process.

Who can participate in YELLA?

The Program consists of 32 hours of sessions held according to the schedule set by the Career and Entrepreneurship Development Office. Participants are required to attend all sessions in order to receive a certificate of participation. There may be a field trip to a community project or organization. Students are also required to participate in group service learning projects, which will require an additional three hours per week throughout the duration of the Program. CEDO will charge of participation fee of LE 150 to offset the cost of the Program. Should you apply? Are you interested in learning more about yourself and enhancing your career options? Do you feel that you can play an active role and make a difference in your university and/or community? Do you have volunteer experience in community service projects? If not, do you have a sincere interest in embracing this type of learning experience? Do you work well in groups and participate actively in class? Are you open-minded with respect for new ideas, concepts, and points of view? Are you highly motivated and hard working? Do you have working knowledge of English (spoken and written)?

What is required of students to participate in YELLA?

Benefits of Participation in YELLA As a participant in the YELLA Program, you will Have the opportunity to build self-awareness and confidence, voice your opinions, and acquire critical thinking abilities in a safe program environment; Learn about and gain critical leadership skills and character traits that will allow you to be an exemplary leader in your university/workplace/community, one who is able to think, work, and solve problems on a global, intercultural basis; Be introduced to a culture of excellence, tolerance, inclusiveness, and service at the university and community levels that hopefully you will chose to model and foster; Be encouraged to take initiative and help your community through service learning opportunities; and Be introduced to the concepts of lifelong learning and self-development. Notes YELLA Program will be held during February twice a week, for four weeks, 4 hours each. Standing by absence and Service Learning Project regulations is required for graduation. Application is attached along with applying method.

For more information about how you can apply, please contact: Career & Entrepreneurship Development Office Cairo University, Faculty of Engineering, Preparatory Building, First Floor Tel.: 35702367 Mobile: 0165504652 Email: cedo@cedoegypt.org