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1 GLOBAL EDUCATIONAL: DRIBLANDO PROJECT

2 EMPOWER YOUNG CHILDREN FOR THE FUTURE Exciting opportunity for UTS students to work in a Brazilian school with underprivileged youth in order to teach life lessons such as respect, teamwork and diversity. This program will give you a unique opportunity to: Inspire and empower young children from low socio-economic backgrounds Work with a multi-cultural team to create a positive impact (meet others from around the world!) Experience Brazilian s rich culture Develop teaching and presentation skills Witness first hand the lifestyles of people from different realities and conditions

3 SCOPE This six week program is delivered in partnership with AIESEC. It covers topics such as social entrepreneurship, social responsibility, cultural sensitivity, and how to work in an international and diverse team. You will be required to: Develop and present workshops and practical lessons using traditional Olympic sports (including planning/design of workshops and creating of workshop materials such as booklets). Participate in all of the activities planned by the local committee, the incoming exchange team and/or the school during the internship. Also be prepared to present Australia during global villages. Help develop and promote leadership among the youth in the school to be ambassadors for the project and the themes taught in the project.

4 WHO CAN APPLY This fantastic trip is open to UTS:BUiLD students with: A keen interest in sports, education, children, social and economic development, and Brazil A current GPA of 1.5 or over An easy going, flexible and independent character with a willingness to take initiative and be patient with children A keenness to work hard and adapt to different surroundings and work environments Strong team working skills

5 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS If selected, you are required to: Attend a pre-departure session Work from 8:00am to 2:00pm with a total of 30 hours per week (not Saturdays) Represent UTS with distinction at all times during the program. Write a personal blog or maintain a written reflection during the program or submit a minimum of 3 blog posts to the UTS:BUiLD Abroad blog Submit a summary of your reflection to BUiLD after you return Complete feedback survey after you return

6 DATES & COSTS The program dates are 4 December 2014 to 15 January The program fee is $700. You will be required to pay an additional 50 US Dollars to the Local Committee (AIESEC Belo Horizonte) upon arrival, which will cover operational costs and airport pick-up. Successful applicants may be eligible to receive a $1, 000 BUiLD travel grant. Program fees include: Host accommodation and food (while working), advised to bring your own laptop Travel and medical insurance through UTS Travel Insurance Policy Not included: Return flights from Sydney to Belo Horizonte Airport drop off Travel visa processing fees and vaccinations General personal expenses and spending money

7 OS-HELP OS-HELP is a Commonwealth Government funded loan scheme designed to assist you pay for overseas study and other course related opportunities whilst at university in Australia. If you are a Commonwealth supported student you can apply for up to two OS-HELP loans in your lifetime. OS-HELP loans are paid back to the Commonwealth after the completion of your studies via the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) along with your HECS-HELP debt. In 2015 you can borrow up to $6,362 in any six month period to help you cover the costs related to Faculty approved degree related overseas programs, such as short-term intensive studies. Check out the OS-HELP website.

8 NEXT STEPS Applications close 22 September 2014 Check out the blogs from your fellow BUiLDers! E: T: Don t miss this opportunity experience Brazil like never before!