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3. The World Social Forum The WSF is an open space for discussing alternatives to the dominant neo-liberal processes, for exchanging experiences and for strengthening alliances among mass organizations, people’s movements and civil society organizations. It provides mechanisms and meeting place for reflective thinking, democratic debate of ideas, formulation of proposals, free exchange of experiences and inter- linking for effective action, by groups and movements of civil society that are opposed to neo-liberalism and to domination of the world by capital and any form of imperialism, and are committed to building a society centered on the human person. About the WSF, defination:

4. The World Social Forum The WSF is not an organization, is not a united front platform but an open meeting place where groups and movements of civil society who conform to the Charter of Principles come together to pursue their thinking, democratically debate ideas, formulate proposals, freely share experience and network for effective action. About the WSF (the short version....)

5. The World Social Forum The IYC is primarily an autonomous but connected space for youth groups, youth movements and youth organizations within the World Social Forum. The youth camp conforms to the Charter of Principles of the World Social Forum, providing possibilities for young people to add their voices and articulate their visions on alternatives towards a better world. The International Youth Camp:

6. The World Social Forum Is a tool for youth participation facilitates networking a space for sharing Is an open ear for young people is a living alternative the youth camp....... is you ! is flexible and much more........

7. The World Social Forum Coordination of the WSF: The World Social Forum Secretariat is charged with coordinating the social forum process. It is located in São Paulo (Brazil) and is populated by eight organizations who who were the initiators of the first WSF in 2001. These were Abong, Attac, CBJP, Cives, CUT, Ibase, MST and Social Network for Justice and Human Rights. The Secretariat works in close collaboration with the International organizing Committee (IC).

8. The World Social Forum The International Organizing Committee (IC) currently consists of about 129 organizations from the entire globe. The IC meets in the year to define and follow-up the event methodologies (thematic axis, host continent etc) of the next WSF. The IC works in support of host Country Organizing Committees (COC) in ensuring the success of the forum e.g. India Organizing Committee (WSF Mumbai 2004), Brazilian Organizing Committee (BOC). Co-ordination Cont.: WSF Secretariat COC IC RFC RFC: RFC: Regional Forum Council. e.g. The Africa Social Forum Council.

9. The World Social Forum The global editions of the WSF have often been on the same dates as the World Economic Forum which meets in Davos, Switzerland. So far, Four World Social Forums have been held in Porto Alegre, Brazil (2001, 2002, 2003 and 2005) and one in Mumbai, India (2004). In 2006, a polycentric methodology was implemented. The WSF was held in different Continents.  Africa: Bamako, Mali  Americas: Caracas, Venezuela  Asia: Karachi, Pakistan  Europe: Athens, Greece. WSF held so far YearVenue 2001Porto Alegre, Brazil 2002Porto Alegre, Brazil 2003Porto Alegre, Brazil 2004Mumbai, India 2005Porto Alegre, Brazil 2006Bamako, Mali Caracas, Venezuela Karachi, Pakistan Athens Greece 2007 Nairobi, Kenya was held in each of these forums

10. The World Social Forum India Pakistan Greece KenyaBrazil Venezuela Mali The WSF, A growing space: By proposing to strengthen an international coalition of the widest range of social movements and organizations on the principles of respect for differences, autonomy of ideas and forms of endeavor, the WSF is continually finding its expression at local, national, sub-regional and continental levels. The forum connects with groups and individuals who conform to its Charter of Principles.

11. The World Social Forum Who can/How to Participate: èAll organizations, social movements and civil society entities that are in accordance with the Charter of Principles may take part, propose and self -organize events at WSF; èIndividuals who are not connected to any organization can participate in all the activities; èGovernmental entities and political parties may take part as observers; èYouth organizations that are part of civil society and social movements are free to participate in any of the spaces and self organized events. It would be wonderful however, to hold your activities at the Youth Camp.

12. The World Social Forum If you or your organization agrees with the charter of principles, then……

13. The World Social Forum Consider the event: Activities at the WSF are self-organized. Activities normally take the shape of and not limited to: WWWWorkshops, Seminars, roundtables, dialogue tables, of varied audience (50 – 100) - (100 - 200). Each taking about two hours. CCCCelebrations, demonstrations, vigils LLLLarge Scale events (500 plus participants) The Organizing committee offers logistical support and assistance as much as possible. The possibility of communication across cultures is made possible by the BABELS, an alternative translation group.

14. The World Social Forum The WSF, Nairobi, Kenya: The World Social Forum will be held in Nairobi, Kenya from January 20 – 25, 2006. The proposed venues include the Central Park, Uhuru Park, the Kenyatta International Conference Center and the University of Nairobi grounds for the youth Camp. Altitude1,675 m, Mean Temperature 21°C CurrencyKenyan Shilling Nairobi

15. The World Social Forum Venue: The proposed venues include the Central Park, Uhuru Park, the Kenyatta International Conference Center and the University of Nairobi grounds for the youth Camp.

16. The World Social Forum Mobilization: Several groups are working towards mobilizing social movements towards the forum in 2007. The Africa Social Forum has proposed the methodology of the Caravans. This will involve a physical movement of groups in January 2007 from:  Conakry, Guinea to Nairobi  South Africa to Nairobi. Local in-country thematic caravans have also been proposed to include local voices in the WSF.

17. The World Social Forum Join a local social forum in your Country; Organize activities and discussions on the issues of globalization and its impact on your community; Start or add your voice to on going campaigns e.g. on youth employment, poverty, fair trade, anti-war, ICTs access, violence against women; Share your experience on the social forums through the internet (websites, mailing lists), community radio and the local media; Mentor other young people on the values of the social forum and Offer solidarity to other social movements’ causes for justice. What can I do? Be a part of us at the wherever you are.......! Hey, have fun too..!

18. The World Social Forum Open your spaces to young people; Include youth in your activities and discussions in recognition of their potential and contributions; Empower and encourage young women’s roles in building peaceful and secure communities; Help youth secure resources to sustain the struggle against neo liberalism; Listen to our voices, our worldview, though different contributes to survival and resistance against the injustices of our times; Remember us when planning for the WSF2007. Include us in your delegations to the forum!!! for other thematic groups.... Mhh… their skeletal structures are similar to mine… …….interesting……

19. The World Social Forum For more information on the Youth Camp 2007: Join the mailing list: asfyouthcamp@googlegroups.com For WSF2007, logon to: www.wsf2007.orgorwww.socialforum.or.ke On the World Social Forum www.forumsocialmundial.org.br On the Africa Social Forum www.africasocialforum.org

20. The World Social Forum Compiled by: Philip Thigo from El Taller International and Africa Social Forum Youth Commission WSF Content sourced from Brazilian Organizing Committee texts from the WSF website: www.forumsocialmundial.org.br Toolkit CREDITSCREDITS Thank you!

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