Leap Program is a Global Community Development Program provides opportunities for young people to create direct positive impact through an international volunteer experience abroad.
2. About Leap
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A Global Community Development Program
provides opportunities for young people to
create direct positive impact through an
international volunteer experience abroad.
LEAP program is designed for both university graduates and undergraduates
providing them with the opportunity to develop and enhance their global world
perspective, and entrepreneurial skills through participating in social development
projects abroad as volunteers and have a positive impact on the society.
3. Facts about Leap !
More than 300 Bahraini citizens represented Bahrain
in 20different countries !!
67%
were females
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Top 3 countries were:
3.Turkey 2. Sri Lanka 1. India
More than 4 universities supported or funded the LEAP program or
funded their students including University of Bahrain, Ahlia
University and Bahrain Polytechnic !
Career Development Conference was supported by:
•Bahrain Polytechnic •Zain F.U.N. •University of Bahrain •Tarteeb
•AIESEC in Bahrain Alumni & Learning Partners including Mohammed Isa (inovest CFO),
Mohamed Ali (founder of tumooh), Sara Hussain(current president of AIESEC UAE).
Awab Helal & Mahmood Jabbari
went on Leap for 3 times !!
4. Leap Process
1 2 3 Becoming a Leap Participant
Online Application
Experience.aiesec.org
And receive Leap
booklet
Before
Assessment Interview
Leap Applicant will be contacted
within 48 hours to induct them
more about the program and go
through interview to assess their
understanding
After passing the interview, the leap
applicant will have to sign the
contract and pay the program fee.
Then will go through the matching
process to the chosen country. Next,
They will be receiving Trainings on
cultural preparation and leadership
to prepare them for the internship
During
Travelling to the desired country and receiving IPS where they will be
preparing them for the country. They will also start working on the
project for a life changing experience !
After
Career Development Conference
All Leap participants gather to share their experiences abroad and
learn how to package it for future career plans in an interactive
conference that concludes with a certification ceremony.
Re-Integration
The Leap participant will have
the opportunity to be part of
AIESEC organization
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6. Where to go ?
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This subprogram provides you
the opportunity to explore one of
the four countries below. It has
reserved 50 seats only !
Program Issues
Entrepreneurship
Literacy
Cultural & Social
Awareness
Turkey Tunisia
Portugal Greece
Program Fee: BD 175
7. Where to go ?
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This subprogram reserved 150
seats to provide students a chance
to make an impact in one of the
four countries below..
Program Issues
Environmental
Literacy
Cultural & Social
Awareness
India
Program Fee: BD 155
Indonesia
China
South Korea
9. Testimonials
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My decision to go for this program was the best decision I’ve made
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in my life. I discovered a lot of things about myself like courageous in facing
issues, communicator in expressing my ideas and things I want and most
importantly, Leader in leading my own experience.
AIESEC in Bahrain was there to support us all the way and guided us on
how we should be dealing in India through their Outgoing preparation
Meeting. My internship in India was educating children from grade 1 to 3
about safety and first aid from 8 to 3:30 PM. The kids were really my source
of motivation in this experience as every time I start my lecture, I can see
the smiles on their faces. Furthermore, I fell in love with global village in
which I was able to share my Bahraini culture and learn about other culture.
I would definitely repeat this experience again ! ”
Fatima Al-Malood – College of Health Sciences, India
2014
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After spending six weeks in Turkey I consider it my second home
and family. I had the opportunity to volunteer in a center that cares for
children with down-syndrome. I helped in raising awareness about the cause
in the city Eskeshir.
One of the best things that Leap Program provides is that you will not only
meet people from the city you travel to, but meet, live and work with people
from all over the world, which broadens your horizons of thinking. I learnt to
be more independent, and self-aware. Leap Program also helped me
discover my future career path.
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Sarah Al Satrawi- University of Bahrain, Turkey 2013
11. FAQs
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How can I register for the Leap Program?
Simply by visiting experience.aiesec.org for the online application
Can I go with my friends?
AIESEC in Bahrain offers group packages for those who wishes to go with
groups.
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What will the program fee will cover?
It will cover the services that provides you with matching your preferences
with the desired country in project and accommodation.
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Will be there anyone to pick me up in the airport?
Yes, there will be an AIESEC member who will pick you up to the place where
you will be living..
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Am I going to get an excuse letter for work or University?
Yes, we will provide you with an official letter to excuse you from the
university or work. However, please check with your university/ work about
the needed details to be presented in the letter.
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Where am I going to live?
The internships provides you with three options of accommodation:
- Host family where you are going to live with a local family
- University/ school dorms
- Apartment shared with other internationals and Bahraini interns working
on the same project.
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Is there going to be a certification for being a Leap Participant?
Yes, there will be a certification given to Leap participants after attending
Career Development Conference.
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When will the career development conference happen?
Once you are done with your internship, you will be informed by an AIESEC
member about the dates and location of the conference through email and
phone calls.
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Am I going to get an excuse letter for work or University?
Yes, we will provide you with an official letter to excuse you from the
university or work. However, please check with your university/ work about
the needed details to be presented in the letter.
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Will I be prepared and supported before leaving on the internship?
Yes, AIESEC in Bahrain will provide you all the necessary trainings you will be
needing for the internship such as Outgoing Preparation Seminar.
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How do I convince my parents?
Contact us and we would be very glad to explain to your parents regarding
the program and it’s advantages.
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When will the career development conference happen?
Once you are done with your internship, you will be informed by an AIESEC
member about the dates and location of the conference through email and
phone calls.
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Is AIESEC recognized by professional organizations
Yes, AIESEC experience is highly valued in the market.
14. FCAoQntsacts
It will be our greatest pleasure to assist you in any way we can.
Please contact one of the list below:
For current student or graduate from University of Bahrain, please contact:
Tamer Al-Tayeb
Email: Tamer.tao@aiesec.net , Mobile Number: 33686585
If you are current student or graduate from College of Health Sciences,
Ahlia University or Talal Abu Ghazaleh University, please contact:
Amira Al-Shami
Email: Amira.alshami@aiesec.net, Mobile Number: 33445459
If you are current student or graduate from RUW, AMA, University College of
Bahrain or International Student, please contact:
Basma Al-Najjar
Email: basma.alnajjar@aiesec.net, Mobile Number: 33999426
If you are current student or graduate from Bahrain polytechnic or any other
universities, please contact:
Abdulla Behzad
Email: abdulla.behzad@aiesec.net, Mobile Number: 33669903
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15. FOAuQr sPartners
AIESEC in Bahrain thanks it’s partner for contributing to the Leap Program
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