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Japan. South Korea. Vietnam. Indonesia. Samoa. India. Malaysia
The Asia Pacific Leaders Tour (APLT) is a two-week tour to one country in Asia in April to explore diplomatic relations between Asia Pacific nations.
The APLT will focus on Asia Pacific diplomacy, including the political and diplomatic relations between Asia Pacific nations, and between the Asia Pacific and Australia. Delegates will learn about how the Asia Pacific contributes to the global economy and will continue to shape the approach, goals and focus of multilateral decision making. There will be a specific focus to connect with young activists or youth organisations operating in the region.
How have approaches to diplomacy in the Asia Pacific region changed over time and what have been the driving forces behind different approaches?
Across the Tour, you’ll meet and engage with key players in Asia Pacific diplomacy – from UN representatives, American politicians, diplomats, embassies, leading thinkers and exports, NGOs and grassroots organisations.
Prepare to be fully immersed in the educational journey. The Tour will take you to breathtaking political and historical sites to provide a hands-on learning experience. Through educational workshops, consultations, and site visits, you’ll be challenged to grapple with significant questions about the nature of Asia Pacific diplomatic relations in the 21st century.
Across the Tour, you’ll meet and engage with key players in international diplomacy – from UN representatives, European politicians, diplomates, embassies, leading thinkers and exports, NGOs and grassroots organisations.
Prepare to be fully immersed in the educational journey. The Tour will take you to breathtaking historical sites to provide a hands-on learning experience. Through educational workshops, consultations, and site visits, you’ll be challenged to grapple with significant questions about diplomacy in the past and the 21st century.
Discover the Tour’s theme, cities and sites in the itinerary below.
International Activities designed for young people, by young people
UN Youth Australia’s International Activities are educational trips designed for high school students to explore the critical ideas and forces affecting today’s complex international society. Selected from all across Australia, ‘Delegates’ (our nickname for participants) embark on a tour to a country or region of countries to challenge their understanding and perspectives on issues and themes of global importance.
Tours are led by Facilitators and Welfare-trained UN Youth Australia volunteers and generally include:
- Workshops, designed by UN Youth Australia's education team.
- Consultations with relevant organisations, non-profits, and governments including their representations.
- Site Visits, to explore the history and current reality of how global themes and ideas have shaped our evolving societies.
- And general exploration of cities and cultural sites to immerse you in the country and its society.
Interested? This is how the application process works.
Every tour has its own selection process to pick the delegates for the tour. You will be supported and guided at every step of the application process.
Step Two
Apply by completing all questions on the application form!
Step Three
If successful, complete Round Two and Three of your application.
Step Four
Selection! Welcome to the Tour. Enjoy your journey.
Applications to join this International Activity are currently
CLOSED
Express your Interest
for future International Activities. Open to all young people in High School across Australia.
Beginning your application to join the Tour
Due to the high interest and demand of our International Activities, delegates (young people/participants) are selected from an application process to attend their nominated Tour. The application process asks questions about your interests, understandings, and what you want to get out of attending this International Activity.
Applications are open to the following young people:
- All school aged students, in Years 10 to 12 (or equivalent year or age).
- Those residing in any Australian State or Territory.
You will need the following information to complete your application:
- Information about you (e.g. your name, age, and postcode).
- Answers to each question as outlined in the application form.
Applications typically open 8 to 12 months before an International Activitiy, depending on its region and duration of trip. Express your interested to be notified when applications open next.
Have a Question?
Get in touch with the Tour Convenor and our International Operations team with any questions you have about the tour.
Alternatively, you can email internationalactivities@unyouth.org.au and a team member will reach out.
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