Dear Future Shanghai International Hub Global Shapers,
Thank you for your interest in the Global Shapers Community and the Shanghai International Hub. The 2024 Shanghai International Hub Recruitment period is officially open from July 23rd to August 15th, 2024.
Change begins with an individual and a community. We believe young people play a crucial role in devising solutions and driving social progress. If you want to broaden your horizons, fully realize your potential, and contribute to creating a better future for yourself and society, we welcome you to join us!
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World Economic Forum
Global Shapers Community
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The Global Shapers Community is a global youth community born out of the World Economic Forum, founded in 2011 by Professor Klaus Schwab. As a renowned international youth community, the Global Shapers Community aims to provide a global platform for young people to create the future by leveraging the strength of individuals, communities, and the globe.
As of now, the Global Shapers Community has 11,071 Shapers in over 500 city hubs across 155 countries. In each city, Shapers self-organize to create initiatives that address the needs of their communities. Projects cover a wide range of areas including disaster response, poverty alleviation, climate change action, and building inclusive communities.
Learn more about the Global Shapers Community at www.globalshapers.org.
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Shanghai International Hub
Our community is a diverse and international group of young leaders dedicated to bringing positive change to ourselves, our local communities, and the world. Our mission is to use the resources accessible to us — expertise, networks, financing, and human effort — to connect people and industries, and catalyze or amplify projects that create positive, equitable impact in Shanghai.
We work together with curiosity, passion, a sense of responsibility to each other, and unwavering integrity to continuously improve the state of the world. We believe young people should be 'active forces for change, not passive bystanders'. By promoting the better and faster development of community members through our platform and implementing various social projects, we enhance the community's and members' social contributions and impact.
Click the link below to see the introduction of hub members:
World Economic Forum Global Shapers Shanghai International Hub Member Introduction
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What can you gain as a Global Shaper?
1. Lead impactful local projects to build a better society
We support areas such as creating inclusive communities, reskilling for the future, improving health and well-being, delivering basic needs, protecting the planet, and strengthening civic engagement.
Some activity introductions：
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2. Access to World Economic Forum's TopLink network training resources and social platforms
Connect with passionate changemakers from around the world. Share ideas, learn from different perspectives, and collaborate on projects with global impact.
3. Opportunity to represent youth at World Economic Forum events
World Economic Forum Annual Meeting (Davos)
Annual Meeting of the New Champions (Summer Davos)
Global Shapers Annual Summit, Geneva
4. Develop leadership, communication, and project management skills. Have closed-door communication with industry leaders
Training Event at World Economic Forum China Office
5. Participate in Retreats and SHAPE events, making like-minded friends around the world
North Asia Retreat, Okinawa, Japan
SHAPE APAC, Bangkok, Thailand
6. Influence regional and global policies, shaping the future you wish to see
We empower Global Shapers to become global leaders!
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Application Criteria
1. Age between 18-27 years (calculated as of January 1, 2025).
2. Living, working, or studying in Shanghai.
3. Willing to dedicate time to the community, able to work well in a team and have a collaborative spirit.
4. Have a personal vision, desire to positively impact society, clearly understand what you care about and how to make a difference (whether in work or other areas).
5. Possess leadership and influence in your field. Achievements vary by age and industry
6. Able to demonstrate the potential to become a true leader in your field.
7. Proficient in English communication.
* The Global Shapers Shanghai International Hub reserves the final interpretation rights.
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Application Process
Application
We encourages you to apply at your earliest convenience as we review applications on a rolling basis. Registration is open until 24:00 on August 15, 2024. Click the original text link or scan the QR code below to fill out the application form, and attach your Chinese and English resumes. If you have any additional documents, please send them to gscshanghaiinternational@gmail.com.
(email subject: Shanghai International Hub Application + Name)
Application form QR code
Preliminary Selection
Based on the submitted materials, an initial screening will be conducted, and shortlisted applicants will proceed to interviews.
Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed (interview time and place to be notified separately).
Observation Period
The leadership team will send the application materials and interview feedback to the China Community Headquarters for initial review. Applicants who pass the initial review will enter an observation period (6 months), during which the leadership team will evaluate the applicant's performance.
Applicants need to initiate or participate in community-led social impact projects dedicated to local social development during the observation period.
Review
Applicants who pass the observation period will be recognized as Global Shapers, and can check the review results on the World Economic Forum's website.
Statement: No fees are charged for the application process. Please beware of scams.
We aim to create a diverse community, bringing together people from different backgrounds, fields, and perspectives. We encourage everyone from various industries to apply so that we can bring your unique viewpoints, experiences, and skills to the team. If you know someone who is well-suited for the Shanghai International Hub, please encourage them to apply too!
For any application inquiries, feel free to scan the QR code to join our WeChat group, or contact us at gscshanghaiinternational@gmail.com.
Want to Learn More?
Follow Shanghai International Community on Xiaohongshu by searching for:
全球杰出青年上海国际社区
For more information about the Global Shapers Community, please visit:
www.globalshapers.org
Follow Global Shapers on Facebook:
www.facebook.com/gobalshapers
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Or follow Global Shapers on Instagram
@globalshaperscommunity.
Create your future and change the world with us!
