Academics for Development Gent - AFD

🌟 We're looking for enthusiastic students to join our 2024-2025 board! Positions open include President, Vice President, Human Resources, Events, and Project Coordinator. Interested? Join us to make a difference!🍀

Our project students did an amazing job throughout the year preparing their project and presented it at last week's Night of the Presentations. Now, it's countdown to summer to implement their ideas abroad. 🌟 A heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out to support our project students!🙌🌍

And here they are… the last four positions for our board 2024-2025! Apply now with the link in our bio to have an amazing academic year with us 🌱

Academics for Development is seeking dedicated individuals who are eager to make a difference through their skills and knowledge.

As a member of our vibrant community, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with like-minded individuals, tackle real-world challenges, and contribute to sustainable development initiatives. Whether you're a student, researcher, educator, or professional, there's a place for you here. ✨

Ready to make your mark? Apply now via the link in ur bio and be part of something extraordinary!


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Dear AFD enthusiasts,

🌍We invite you to the "Night of the Presentations"!

✨ Come and discover the exciting developments from our project students within the Mouvement Miel and Mytox South projects.

🗓 Date: Wednesday, May 8th
🕢 Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Green Office, UGent

Join us for an enlightening evening filled with insightful presentations and progress updates. We look forward to seeing you there!🌱

What a fun, interactive, and insightful experience it was! The Sustainable Development Workshop that took place this Tuesday, April 23, brought together students from different backgrounds. They worked on real-world cases and proposed mission statements that they believe would improve SDG targets. 🌳🌎

Thank you to everyone who participated, and thank you to Alberta Salone for hosting the event. 😊

🌍 Yesterday, the project students came together for a workshop organized by UCOS. The workshop was focused on enhancing intercultural skills, reflecting on global issues of poverty and inequality, and analysing the future engagement and impact of their projects. It was an evening rich with dialogue and learning.💚

🌟 Reflecting on an incredible evening of enlightenment and dialogue at our recent panel discussion on 'The Do's and Don'ts of Development Work'. 💡 From expert insights to the inspiring stories of our project students, we delved deep into the intricacies of development work. 🌍 Thank you to everyone who joined us for this thought-provoking event! Stay tuned!

✨ We're grateful for the success of our 2nd Development Economics Seminar! A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for insightful discussions led by eminent speakers.

A special shoutout to em. Prof. Dr. Frank Naert for guiding us through the day.

🌿✨ Throwback to the amazing Ecomarkt hosted by the Green Office! 🌱 So grateful to have been a part of this inspiring event filled with sustainable choices and eco-friendly innovations. Every booth was a step towards a sustainable world. 🌎💚

We worked together with Humasol for our first Sustainable Job and Internship Fair in Ghent, and wow, what a day! 🎉 It was all about sustainable vibes and meaningful chats. Super inspiring to see so much passion and commitment from everyone, professionals and students alike, all geared up to make a real impact! 💚

🌟 Discover Teach for Belgium at the Job and Internship Fair

Are you passionate about education and equality? Do you want to be part of a movement that strives for change? Then Teach for Belgium is your calling!

🌍 Mission
They are committed to supporting socio-economically vulnerable students in Belgium. They mobilize, select, train, and support dedicated individuals who wish to work as teachers in the most challenging Belgian schools.

🤝 Vision
In collaboration with their network of educational partners, they focus on collecting and disseminating frameworks and practices that concentrate on strong learning outcomes, positive educational relationships, and resilience within school communities.

🌟 Goal
One day, all students will have the same chances of success, regardless of their socio-economic background.

Visit the Teach for Belgium stand for more information on how you can be part of this transformative movement. Meet the team, hear experiences from current teachers, and discover how you can make a difference.

More info: https://teachforbelgium.be/nl/

🌟 Meet Elia at the Job an Internship Fair🌟

At Elia, as the builder and manager of the high-voltage network, they are committed to lighting up Belgium. From the depths of the sea to the heights of the sky, they bring electric power everywhere it's needed - directly to you.

🔌 Mission
As pioneers in the energy revolution, they develop diversified, sustainable, and reliable electrical systems. Whether on land or at sea, their mission is clear: to provide all students with the same chances of success, regardless of their socio-economic background.

⚡ Ambitions
Elia is ambitious and active in a rapidly changing sector. Safety, collaboration, and innovation are at the heart of their operation. They aim for a company culture that fully utilizes the potential of our talents for a high-performance organization.

Visit the Elia stand this Wednesday at Coupure Campus for more insights on how you can contribute to a sustainable energy future. Meet the dedicated team, learn from the experiences of their professionals, and explore how you can play a role in powering Belgium’s tomorrow.

More info: https://www.elia.be/

🌿🎓 Sustainable Job & Internship Fair Alert! 🌟

Are you about to graduate or hunting for a summer internship? If you're passionate about making a real difference, mark your calendar for the 27th of March! 🗓️

Join us with at the Agora, Blok E, Coupure Links 653, 9000 Gent, from 5 PM to 9 PM, for an evening where futures are shaped and sustainable dreams come true. 🌍💼

What's in store for you?
- Meet inspiring partners challenging the status quo every single day! 🚀
- Dive into their world, vision, and the opportunities they offer.
- Network with industry leaders and get valuable career insights. 🤝
- A perfect blend of small and big sustainable organizations waiting to meet YOU!

Let's explore, connect, and create impact together! Ready to make your mark? ✨

📝 Sign up now! https://forms.gle/dqzo32umcT8uXG73A

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Win one of two awesome packs from .life worth €33,50!

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Ready for your next adventure? 🚀 Apply now! Mail your CV and motivation letter to [email protected] and become part of our AFD family 💚

✨️JOIN THE AFD - FAMILY✨️

Interested ik being part of an amazing group of students? Here's why you should join the AFD-Family!

🤝 Collaborate with passionate students
💼 Develop valuable skills
💚 Discover social entrepreneurship
🌍 Contribute to a positive global impact

Apply now and let's create a meaningful difference together! Send your CV and motivation letter to [email protected]!

✨️ 🗓 Make your calenders, set your reminders, and let the second semester be inspiring!👀

Stay tuned for more updates! 💚

We had somethinggg fun this month. AFD had its 10th anniversary and we were invited to spend a fancy night in Leuven with all the old board members and project students 💚✨💫

📊 Want to learn how to create positive impact while also boosting your succes? Join us for this years Impact Case Day on November 16th, where you'll have the opportunity to crack a case and challenge the status quo with our amazing partners.

💡 Our partners for this years Impact Case Day are ... 🥁 NMBS and Luminus.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Gather your team of 4 (or 2 and we introduce you to 2 other motivated students), receive the case, solve it, and pitch it in front of the jury. Who knows? You might just win our €1.000 first prize!

🐦 For the early birds we have a discount, €8 instead of €12. With this entrance fee comes breakfast, lunch and diner + drinks all day, so don’t miss out!

🕑 Applications are open NOW!
Early bird deadline: Wednesday 01/11
Application deadline: Thursday 09/11

💚We hope to see you soon!

Still have questions we haven't answered about the projects or board positions? Come and meet us at the AFD Café and the Green Office's Making Tomorrow event. 🍀

See you then! 🌱

Join our AFD Team as a Board Member!💚🌍💚

Send your CV and motivation letter to [email protected]

Projects are one of AFD’s four pillars. We are proud to say that students develop and work hard for an academic year to make a social impact.

This could be you next year. You could be traveling to the global south and making a difference in different communities.

Applications are open until the 20th of October at 23:59 💚

Send us your motivational letter and CV!

📧 [email protected]

🎉 Meet the Unstoppable P and VP Duo of AFD Ghent: Charlotte & Emeline! 🎉 Back and stronger than ever, we're thrilled to reintroduce our dynamic leaders who have transitioned from last year's board to continue their journey of excellence!

🌸 Charlotte: A familiar face who led us as President last year, Charlotte's passion for our organization and her eloquence as a speaker are truly inspiring. Her ability to connect with our members is a driving force behind our unity. Get ready for another year of her captivating leadership! 🎤🌱

🌼 Emeline: Transitioning into the VP role following a year of orchestrating our incredible events, Emeline’s organizational talent shines brilliantly. Her boundless enthusiasm and knack for forging connections remain unparalleled. Her creative spirit will breathe life into our projects, making them flourish like never before. ✨🍀

Together, Charlotte and Emeline form a powerhouse team, building upon their previous successes to bring AFD Ghent to new heights. Their collaboration, determination, and shared vision promise a future filled with growth, innovation, and accomplishments. Join us on this remarkable journey! 🫶🏼

🌟 JOIN THE BOARD OF ACADEMICS FOR DEVELOPMENT 🌟

Interested in being part of an amazing group of students? Here’s why you should join AFD!

🤝 Work with like-minded students
💼 Gain valuable leadership skills
🌍 Make a positive impact

Apply now and let's make a difference together! Send your CV and motivation letter to [email protected]!

🌱 Are you a student in Ghent and looking for a challenge next academic year?

🌍 We have some good news for you!
AFD Ghent is recruiting a new board for 2023-2024!

If you're enthusiastic, driven, and want to join a team that's all about creating positive change, we want you! .
📩 Send your CV and application letter to [email protected] and show us why you're the perfect fit for our crew.

Good luck ! 🍀

We're excited to announce that we're organizing a giveaway for the upcoming Impact Case Day on April 20th! 🌍💼 A Specific Shoutout to !!! To participate, all you have to do is:

1️⃣ Like this post
2️⃣ Enter our event "Impact Case Day 2023: Selection" (link in bio)
3️⃣ Tag three friends in the comments

The lucky winner will receive a free overnight stay at Joly Tiny House for 2 people! The giveaway is open until April 17th, and the winner will be announced during the ICD event itself! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

The Impact Case Day is a case competition where participants are presented with a real-world challenge related to sustainability or social entrepreneurship. Participants will have to work in teams to come up with a solution to the case and present their idea to a panel of judges. 🏆
We can't wait to see you all at the ICD event and tackle some real-life cases with inspiring companies. Good luck with the giveaway! 🤞

🌱 Are you a student in Ghent and looking for a challenge next academic year?

🌍 We have some good news for you!
AFD Ghent is recruiting a President and Vice-President for 2023-2024!

If you're enthusiastic, driven, and want to join a team that's all about creating positive change, we want you! .
📩 Send us your CV and application letter to [email protected] and show us why you're the perfect fit for our crew.

Good luck ! 🍀

We’re thrilled to welcome Launch as our first partner for the Impact Case Day! 🎉🚀

Launch is a Belgian platform that facilitates connections between students and companies through its digital platform. As a student-focused organization, Launch is the perfect partner to create an amazing Impact Case Day! 🤝💻

Ready to take your future to the next level? Check out Launch’s website or download their app to find out more about how they can help you launch your dreams into reality! 🌟

Check out our Facebook event to register for the Impact Case Day!

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