Hello
This may be of interest to some. I am forwarding the info only. 
It is copied from this website: http://www.worldpulse.com/pulsewire/programs/world-pulse-voices-of-our-future

Best Wishes,
Tanya

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   World Pulse Voices of Our Future

World Pulse Media is thrilled to announce a call for applicants for an exciting new international women’s correspondent program and network. World Pulse will choose up to 30 applicants who will learn to use new media to speak for ourselves to the world, transform our communities, and change our lives.


         After being selected, the Correspondents will embark on a
         four-month journey on the frontiers of new media and women's
         empowerment that includes:

   * Training in web 2.0, storytelling, and citizen journalism by
     renowned experts, including APC Women's Networking Support
     Programme <http://www.apcwomen.org/>.
   * Mentoring sessions from an Empowerment Mentor chosen by
     Empowerment Institute <http://empowermenttraining.com/>, the
     world's premiere consulting and training organization specializing
     in the methodology of empowerment.
   * Publication in World Pulse magazines
     <http://www.worldpulse.com/magazine>.
   * Stipend to offset communications costs.


         Additional benefits include:

   * Personal development, including increased self-awareness,
     confidence, and empowered leadership.
   * Professional development, including improved Internet
     Communication skills, writing skills, decision-making, and networking.
   * Nurturing and collaborative relationships with women, and our
     allies, across the globe.
   * Increased visibility and resources for issues and challenges you
     and/or your community face.


       Plus...

In the fall of 2009, an international panel of judges will award three high-voltage Correspondents an all-expenses-paid trip to the US to influence international opinion and action. Additionally, one Correspondent will receive a full scholarship to the Empowerment Institute Certificate Program <http://empowermenttraining.com/files/Cert_Program.html> that begins in January 2010.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to speak for yourself to the world and advance your dreams for social change.

Apply Today! <http://www.worldpulse.com/pulsewire/groups/3740>

/We encourage women's organizations, NGOs, and other civil society groups to nominate or alert women in your networks to this exciting opportunity./