1. 1 Exzellenz verbindet – be part of a worldwide network Speaker Function Date Name of the event

2. The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation A short overview

3. 3 Historical and Intellectual Roots ●Alexander von Humboldt (1769 - 1859): discoverer, universal scholar, cosmopolitan and patron of excellent scientific talents ●1953: establishment of today’s Alexander von Humboldt Foundation based in Bonn Bad-Godesberg ●International network of academic cooperation and trust inspired by Humboldt’s example

4. 4 The Humboldt Foundation's Areas of Work ●Sponsorship of international academics as a part of foreign cultural and educational policy ●Strengthening cutting-edge research through internationalisation ●Impetus for the research location Germany by promoting individuals ●Advancing development through academic cooperation ●Mobility counselling in the European context

5. The German Chancellor Fellowship For Prospective Leaders

6. 6 Step-by-Step Extension 1990 Founded on the initiative of Helmut Kohl with a focus on the USA 2002 Extended to the Russian Federation on the initiative of Gerhard Schröder 2006 Extended to the PR of China on the initiative of Angela Merkel 2013 Extended to India and Brazil on the initiative of Angela Merkel

7. 7 Target Group ●University graduates from all disciplines ●Young professionals from a broad range of professional fields such as politics, public administration, business as well as society and culture ●Accomplished young professionals and promising university graduates ●Interest in international issues ●Proven leadership potential ●Prospective decision-makers, multipliers and thought leaders in their fields Personality Potential Background

8. 8 Timeline of the Selection Process and the Fellowship

9. 9 Financial Benefits ●Fellowship amount of 2,150 EUR, 2,450 EUR or 2,750 EUR per month, depending on the respective qualification and professional experience ●Allowance for overhead costs (500 EUR per month) to the host in Germany ●Various allowances (e.g. lump sum for travel costs and benefits for accompanying family members) ●A Europe allowance for a stay of one to two months in another European country (except country of origin)

10. 10 Fellowship Components ●Orientation day immediately following the selection meeting in Bonn (April/May) ●Intensive German language course (July/August to September) ●Introductory seminar in Bonn and Berlin: social, political, business and cultural life in Germany (October) ●Individual project period at hosts in Germany (November-September) ●Participation in the Humboldt Foundation’s annual meeting in Berlin with a reception hosted by the Federal President of Germany (June) ●Two-week study tour through Germany (April) ●Final meeting in Berlin with a reception in the Federal Chancellery (July) ●Extensive alumni sponsorship following successful completion of the fellowship

11. 11 Application Requirements ●Citizenship of one of the target countries ●A Bachelor’s or comparable academic degree ●Leadership potential ●Either English or German language skills ●Letter of motivation (approx. 2 pages) ●Project plan (approx. 3 pages) ●Confirmed host (statement) ●Two letters of recommendation ●Applicants who have been in Germany for more than six months at the time of the application deadline (15 September) are not eligible to apply. ●Applications must be submitted through our online application system.

12. 12 Advice on finding a host ●Anyone who works for a public or private institution in Germany can be a host. ●The host must have a discipline-related or professional link to the project. ●Applicants should start their search for a host as early as possible (July and August = primary summer holiday season in Germany). ●Sources of assistance with the search for a host: -Humboldt-Foundation.de/youngleaders: a letter for potential hosts, lists of possible host institutions in Germany -Alumni association of German Chancellor Fellows -German companies and organisations in Brazil, India, China, the USA and Russia -One’s own professional and personal contacts

13. 13 Requirements for Projects ●Preferably in the fields of politics, public administration, business, society or culture ●Must have been designed by the applicant ●Must be feasible to complete the project during the fellowship ●Discussed and agreed upon with the host in Germany ●Conducive to advancing the fellow’s career

14. 14 Selection Criteria ●Applicant's career and leadership potential ●Importance of the fellowship for the applicant’s career development ●Potential to build bridges between the recipient’s home country and Germany ●International outlook and future role as an international leader ●Applicant’s previously-acquired knowledge that would help ensure success of the project ●Quality of the project

15. German Chancellor Fellowship Alumni

16. 16 German Chancellor Fellowship Alumni Brasil – Suzana Velasco ●Degree: Master of Arts / Host: Netzwerk Migration in Europa e.V., Berlin ●Erzählungen der türkischen Migration in Berlin: Repräsentation, Erinnerung und zeitgenössische Stimmen ●“I’m very pleased about the confidence that the Foundation has in us and the freedom we have as a result of this.”

17. 17 German Chancellor Fellowship Alumni China – Dandan Wang ●Degree: Bachelor of Arts / Host: University of Leipzig ●The Frankfurt Book Fair as Reflected in German and Chinese Media ●“Through my work I became acquainted with many problems and misunderstandings between these two countries, especially in the media. In light of this, the German Chancellor Fellowship is very necessary and useful for promoting understanding between peoples.”

18. 18 German Chancellor Fellowship Alumni India – Sadaf Fatima ●Degree: Bachelor of Architecture / Host: Toni Egger Produktdesign ●Research on Passive House with Cost Optimization of Energy Efficient Buildings ●“It is simply great that I can focus completely on my project. There is always someone at the Humboldt Foundation who can help you.”

19. 19 German Chancellor Fellowship Alumni Russia - Sergey Volchenkov ●Degree: Ph.D. / Host: Goethe University Frankfurt ●Pension Systems: Analysis of their Specific Features and the Successful Experience of European Countries, Feasibility of their Implementation in Russia, Analysis of Efficient Strategies for the Use of Pension Resources for the National Economy, and the Role of Financial Institutions ●“I really learned a lot about the German mentality and how to work together with Germans.”

20. 20 German Chancellor Fellowship Alumni USA – Jason Mannix ●Degree: Bachelor of Arts / Host: Typographische Gesellschaft München e.V. (Munich Typographic Society) ●Reclaiming Craft, Reinterpreting Blackletter: Designing a Typeface in Germany ●“I loved the idea of a programme that encouraged curiosity and growth and would give me the creative freedom to pursue a project I was passionate about.”

21. 21 Contact The colleagues at the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation are available to answer your questions at any time: info@avh.de www.humboldt-foundation.de/youngleaders American Friends of the Humboldt Foundation in Washington, D.C.: info@americanfriends-of-avh.org