AFS Global STEM 2023 Innovators Programs for Teenagers

The AFS Global STEM Innovators is a suite of full-scholarship, 5-week domestic exchange programs for teens interested in exploring STEM, sustainability, and intercultural skills. 

Young people are hungry for opportunities to change the world, but where can they start? The latest PISA Global Competence Assessment results, a global benchmark in secondary education, demonstrate that the majority of young people believe their behavior impacts the world, yet, are hesitant to tackle challenges in their communities.

With this in mind, AFS developed the Global STEM Innovators to provide teens (age 14-16) with opportunities to collaborate with diverse peers and develop skills necessary to advance a sustainable future. Through a hybrid, hands-on virtual curriculum (4 weeks) and a weeklong in-person workshop, participants will broaden their understanding of the importance of STEM and sustainability, while enhancing their intercultural awareness.

The 2023 programs will take place in Australia, Indonesia, and the United Kingdom. Each workshop will focus on STEM, global competence, and sustainability, with an emphasis on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and innovations in sustainability in each respective market. 

The program is only available via scholarship award. Scholarship funding is provided by bp, a global integrated energy company. Participants who excel in these workshops may also be eligible to apply for Global STEM Accelerator or Global STEM Academy scholarships in future cohorts.

• Table of Content
• About AFS Intercultural Programs
• AFS Global STEM Innovators Programs
• Aim and Benefits of AFS Global STEM Innovators Programs
• AFS Global STEM Innovators Programs Courses
• Requirements for AFS Global STEM Innovators Programs Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for AFS Global STEM Innovators Programs
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About AFS Intercultural Programs

AFS Intercultural Programs is an international, voluntary, non-governmental, non-profit organization that provides intercultural learning opportunities to help people develop the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to create a more just and peaceful world.  

AFS Global STEM Innovators Programs

Application Deadline	Not Specified
Country to study	Australia, Indonesia, United Kingdom
Type	College School
Course to study	View courses
Sponsor	AFS Intercultural Programs
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of AFS Global STEM Innovators Programs

• Covers the tuition cost of the five-week digital program and local workshop
• AFS Global Competence Certificate, validating your program experience and reflecting your new skills
• All costs and activities associated with the local workshop, including room & board
• Travel to the in-person workshop, as needed
• 24/7 Emergency support

AFS Global STEM Innovators Programs Courses

• STEM

Requirements for AFS Global STEM Innovators Programs Qualification

Applicants must be 14-16.5 years old at the program start date and must reside in Australia, Indonesia, or the United Kingdom in order to participate and attend the in-person local workshops.

Language: English

• Ability to participate fully, both online and in a classroom setting, in a program conducted entirely in English.

Interest in STEM, sustainability, and global competencies

Curiosity and willingness to interact with diverse global peers and explore new cultures

Ability and willingness to travel locally (within your city or region) to attend the in-person workshop in your respective region. The 2023 AFS Global STEM Innovators workshops will be hosted in Australia, Indonesia, and the United Kingdom.

Diversity:

• Talented young people, particularly young women, underrepresented populations, and students with high financial need, are strongly encouraged to apply!

Technology:

• A computer, smartphone or other digital device to access the virtual program content*
• An integrated webcam and microphone for participation in online dialogue sessions*
• Stable internet or wifi connection*

*if you are unable to access any of the above, AFS may be able to help.

Interview date, Process and Venue for AFS Global STEM Innovators Programs

The AFS Global STEM Innovators program consists of two parts. The program begins with a 5-week, virtual global competence education program, and culminates with an in-person sustainability workshop. The online program and workshop will focus on STEM, global competence, and sustainability, with an emphasis on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Australia

23 August – 29 September, 2023

• Virtual Exchange: 23 August – September 20, 2023 (online)
• Workshop: 25-29 September, 2023 hosted in Perth
• For youth from Australia (ages 14-16)
• 50 scholarships available!
• Application Deadline: 16 June, 2023

United Kingdom

1 July – 20 August, 2023

• Virtual Exchange: 1 July – 7 August, 2023 (online)
• Workshop: 13-20 August, 2023 hosted in Monmouth, Wales
• For youth from the UK (ages 14-16)
• 50 scholarships available!
• Application Deadline: 12 June, 2023

Indonesia

Dates To Be Announced

• Virtual Exchange: Dates TBD (online)
• Workshop: Dates TBD hosted in Jakarta
• For youth from Indonesia (ages 14-16)
• 75 scholarships available!
• Applications will open soon

 

Application Deadline

Not Specified

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to AFS Intercultural Programs on afs.org to apply

AUSTRALIA: Apply Now. Application Deadline: 16 June, 2023

UK: Apply Now . Application Deadline: 12 June, 2023

Indonesia applications will open soon

For more details visit: AFS website.