THE CHANGEMAKERS' CONFERENCE
ABOUT THE
CONFERENCE
The Changemakers' Conference is a three-day event for youth-led nonprofits and community-based organizations selected through a vigorous application process. The conference occurs bi-annually and hosts several youth-led from various counties across Liberia.
Participants benefit from several pieces of training ranging from Grant Writing, Building Inclusive Communities, Conflict Management, Professionalism in the Workplace, etc., facilitated by Project Change and notable local and international guest speakers. Additionally, participants partake in the National Vision Plan Competition (NVPC) during the conference.
The NVPC challenges participants to propose a project or program to a panel of judges and stand a chance to win microgrants. The judges then select two or three projects, based on funding and on the proposal guidelines, and grant microgrants to fund the proposed projects. The grants are intended to empower the organizations to implement their projects and positively impact the lives of their beneficiaries.
1. Must be a youth-led nonprofit or community-based org, and leaders must be ages 16-35.
2. Must be able to send three representatives for all days of the conference (one must be a top leader, i.e., CEO, Executive Director, etc.).
3. Must cover lodging, transportation, and other expenses, if applicable (meals are provided during the conference).
4. Everyone is encouraged to apply, but priority will be given to organizations that have not previously participated.
5. If an organization has participated before, they must bring at least one new member to represent the organization.
CONFERENCE REQUIREMENTS
WHAT TO ANTICIPATE
1. Get ready to be challenged and experience professional growth by stepping out of your comfort zone!
2. Networking opportunities with other youth leaders with diverse experience and backgrounds!
3. Promising organizations could secure an opportunity to partner with Project Change to endeavor future projects.