In its 17 years of existence and experiences, OKF is holding a conference with highly influential guests who are dedicating themselves in developing Korean communities. Through this conference, we hope to invite future leaders in the various areas, so that we can promote growth and strengthen overseas Korean society.
The Future Leaders' Conference will be held in Seoul from 4 to 7 in November, 2014. There are about 150 highly influential guests who will be gathered to share their experiences and knowledge. The OKF hopes to attract your interests in this event.
A. Program Outline
1. Title : The 17th Future Leaders’ Conference
2. Purpose : Promote network and mentorship between future leaders in various areas through interchanging knowledge and information.
3. Date : 2014.4.November.(Tue)-7.November.(Fri)
Check-In : 4.November.(Tue) 14:00, Check-Out: 8.November(Sat) 12:00
4. Venue : Seoul
Accommodation : TBD
5. Main Events
Speeches by local/international guests
Forums and lectures in various subjects
Visits to governmental organizations and offices
Networking between local Koreans and Korean overseas
Press activities and interviews towards major and local publications.
B. Criteria & Selection
1. Qualifications
① Age between 25-45 years old, Koreans living overseas with a foreign residency or citizenship, have been out of the country for more than 10 years.
② A person who is recommended by the Korean Embassy because he/she fulfills purpose of this event and can devote himself/herself to the development of Korean community overseas
2. Major Field
① Those engaged in the field of legal, major press & media, politics, economy and international organization, cultural and art.
② Those demonstrated expertise in the field of natural resource, energy, high-tech industry, green-industry (environment, ecology etc.).
③ Executives or directors of outstanding regional community organizations or those represent the organization of the next generation.
④ Those considered to be appropriate to this event based on his/her professional career and experiences.
3. Registration
Submit or return required documents including the application with the following personal statement to the Korean Embassy or Consulate General in the applicant’s residence area.
Add statements or submit letters of recommendation by ambassador or legations abroad in the applicant’s country.
4. Evaluation Criteria
① Personal reasons and goals for participating in the Future Leaders’ Conference.
② A description of contribution for the development of overseas Korean community or country of their residence.
③ Social statement, potential, and career field of applicant.
④ Any comments, evaluation about you and your contribution, engagement will be positively evaluated.
C. Documents for Submission
1. Registration form
① Application form with personal statement
② Resume
③ A copy of passport
④ Employment certificate or other identification document to prove applicant’s position.
⑤ Consent form for provision and application of personal information
⑥ If applicable, copy of media release, merits, and recognition and award granted
2. Deadline for applications(must be submitted in Korea Standard Time)
① Due: 2014. 23. May (Fri) 18:00.
② Submissions will be done through the Korean Embassy or Consulate General in applicant’s country.
③ As the Korean Embassies must submit applications to OKF by 23 May 2014, to allow time for organization and delivery, the Korean Embassy in each country is most likely to set the due date for submissions prior to this deadline. Hence, applicants should check the individual deadline set by each Korean Embassy near his/her residence and submit the necessary documents accordingly.
3. Announcement of the finalists: not later than 2014.June(Tentative)
D. Support
1. Flight fare
Economy class, 50% of return flight ticket
Economy class, 100% of return flight ticket (only for participants from Russia, CIS region)
Note :
i. OKF will notify later about maximum flight fare, and the excess charge incurred will not included
ii. Flight fare incurred by personal travel will not included
2. Accommodations and meals (personal expenses are not included)
1 room for 2 people (additional charges will incur if a single room is desired)
3 meals for 1 day during the program.
E. Contacts
1. In charge: Jung-sun, Kim, Assistant Manager, Future Generations Department
Contact Info.: (office) 82 2 3415 0174, (email): windylop@okf.or.kr
2. Ref.: The Overseas Koreans Foundation (www.okf.or.kr, www.korean.net).