ANTWERP 2021 27TH NATIONAL SELECTION CONFERENCE OF EYP BELGIUM
PRESIDENTIAL VISION BOOKLET PUSHING LIMITS: DISCOVERING ALL BOUNDARIES
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Words of Welcome
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Session Vision
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Call for Editors
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Call for Vice-Presidents
8
Call for Core-Organisers
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Questions for Applicants
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Practical Information
WELCOME WELCOME WORDS FROM THE PRESIDENT
Hello! I am absolutely delighted to be included in this booklet. Hopefully you and I will get cracking on Antwerp 2021 very soon indeed, but until that time, these words will serve as a cursory glance at what we want to achieve with this session. Especially
in
these
times
of
globally
normalised confinement, it can be very easy to fall into the belief that there are hard limits
on
what
we
can
achieve.
With
Antwerp 2021, we seek to challenge that by providing a space for all participants to challenge those preconceived limitations. We believe that the best way to do this is to create an environment in which participants are
encouraged
to
try
new
things,
discovering new things about the depth of their
capabilities
in
the
process.
To
paraphrase André Gide, one cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore. This is one of the key principles that guides my interpretation of the event vision of ‘Pushing Limits: Discovering all boundaries’.
If this is something that appeals to you, why not apply to join our humble Officials’ team? I am also firmly of the belief that a good Officials’ team is like a good soup, and with this in mind, I hope that you will apply because you are unafraid to add your own spice when interpreting the vision for the event. Moreover, I hope you will apply because you are interested in learning something new; where better to lose sight of
the
shore
than
in
the
maritime
powerhouse of Belgium? Finally, I hope you will apply because you want to have fun; after all, these things are fun, and fun is good. See you in Antwerp, Matthew Caine (UK)
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ANTWERP SESSION VISION PUSHING LIMITS: DISCOVERING ALL BOUNDARIES
With this session, we want to provide a space
in
which
all
participants
can
challenge their pre-conceived limitations. This is something that can be aspired to by all who take part in Antwerp 2021, whether they be officials trying out new methods, leadership building on interesting formats, or delegates voicing their opinion for the first time. With this vision document, we hope to offer a comprehensive overview of what
we
principles
envision
to
be
behind
the
the
session.
guiding These
principles will in short help to provide direction for us to structure the session. Thus, the theme of the 2021 National Session of EYP Belgium will be “Pushing Limits: discovering all boundaries”. “Pushing Limits” has a two-fold meaning: not
only
do
we
hope
to
create
an
environment in which delegates are able to challenge themselves, but we also seek to push the limits of the standard EYP event format that all of us will be familiar with. EYP Belgium has an exceptional track record regarding the latter, with its innovative Media
Team
‘press
conference’
event
serving as an example from Leuven 2020. Just as this event pushed the
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boundaries that each team operates within
old ones, and crucially, between working
at a typical EYP event, we will explore ways
hard and having fun.
in which we can effectively bridge the gaps between the Academic, Media, Jury and
One key pillar in which we want to push
Organising teams during the session.
limits
has
already
been
put
in
place:
sustainability. Antwerp 2021 aims at giving Aside from format concerns, we hope to
back to the earth by keeping the ecological
foster an event culture that caters to the
footprint of the conference to a minimum.
needs and desires of each participant.
Concretely, the session will be a vegetarian
Within EYP, it is very easy to lose sight of
and
individual aims and desires in respect to the
organising team, but every participant will
more grandiose goal of sculpting young
be influenced by a zero-waste and giving
political
will
back mindset. Zero waste goes further than
likely have these dreams, but we also want
environmentally. We aspire to have zero
to cater to those with simpler aspirations:
wasted time, to push everybody to think
those
creatively and organise their schedule of
leaders.
who
Many
want
to
participants
learn
to
speak
zero-waste
day
event.
for
Not
only
maximizing
the
confidently through General Assembly, or
the
skills
those who want to learn more about politics.
development. We aim at developing these
Through this, and other measures such as
two core ideas even further down the line,
the provision of an Inclusion Fund for
while more and more participants hop on.
delegates, we hope to provide a more inclusive event environment.
Through this statement of ‘Pushing Limits: discovering all boundaries’, one can come
It
is
here
of
to understand we strive to achieve with
“Discovering all boundaries” in our vision
Antwerp 2021; what we hope to impart to
statement is important. We hope that every
each participant. However, as we continue
participant of Antwerp 2021 will be able to
to develop the session vision as the team
come
an
expands, it is likely that we will begin to
understanding of what they are and are not
incorporate several other concepts that
comfortable with. However, one can only
underpin this vision. Consequently, whilst
truly understand where these boundaries
one can understand the goal of Antwerp
are by pushing one’s own limits. As a result,
2021
we hope to strike an effective balance at
understanding the ways in which this goal
Antwerp 2021; between pushing limits and
will be achieved will require commitment
asserting
and creative thought on the part of those
away
where
from
the
the
inclusion
event
boundaries,
with
between
incorporating new ideas and building on
through
this
simple
phrase,
who join the leadership team of Antwerp 2021.
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VISION FOR EDITOR(S) We hope to be working very close with the Editor(s)
and
the
entire
media
team.
Although the details of the cooperation between respective teams and the specific role of the editor will be developed once the entire leadership has been formed, we hope to have an event of which the ownership lies fully in the hands of the Media Team. Working with a flat leadership there should be mutual trust and open communication at all times. We fully endorse applications of co-editors.
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VISION FOR VICE PRESIDENTS
Another key attribute that we are looking for in our VPs is a strong grasp of chairing knowledge. The session vision discusses the ‘discovering (of) all boundaries’. With this in mind, we hope to encourage Chairs’ to try
One key attribute that we are looking for in our VPs is confidence. With Antwerp 2021, we will be looking to implement a ‘flat hierarchy’ style of leadership for the Board. As a result, we will have equal decision makers across the board, allowing us to put our heads together to devise solutions to complex problems. As a result, successful VP applicants will be confident enough to propose solutions to the problems that will no
doubt
enough
to
approaches.
emerge, respect
but
also
confident
different
potential
Confidence
will
also
be
important for VPs when working directly with the Chairs’ team, especially when making judgement calls; to intervene or not to intervene during crunch periods as an example.
something new when working with their delegates. However, it is entirely possible that some Chairs’ may find that what they tried to implement did not work. With this in mind, I want them to be assured in the knowledge that they have a safety net; you and I, dear reader! However, this does not necessarily
mean
you
need
extensive
experience as a Chair; rather, you should be able to demonstrate sound knowledge of the role. Finally, we are looking for VPs who will be willing to engage with the session vision, thinking
creatively
implement
key
about
principles
how in
we
can
practice.
Indeed, the VPs at Antwerp 2021 will contribute to the overall success of the event
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event by considering interesting ways in which we can improve the overall quality of the session, whether it be for delegates or for officials. As a result, successful VPs will be those who can demonstrate the ability to engage with the vision and take partownership for its implementation.
VISION FOR CORE ORGANISERS
If this sounds like you, why not write up an application? I’d be delighted to work with you, and I’m sure we’d have great fun. I hope to read an application from you soon.
The Core Team of Antwerp 2021 will be given the opportunity to have input into the vision and the session, as well as have ownership
over
the
session.
In
the
beginning, the core team will primarily focus on the bigger tasks, e.g.: fundraising and venues. Once the entire orga team is in effect. We want to give the core-organisers a delegating task. The structure and the workload of the team will be handled differently than the average Belgian sessions, in order to push the limits from all sides. The work of the organisers will be divided into 2 categories: aspects and
events.
Fundraising,
venues,
participants support and food will be four of the
aspects
of
the
session,
Opening
Ceremony, Delegate Party, Euroconcert and Closing Ceremony will be four of the events of the session. Every organiser will be in charge of one event and one aspect during the session. As core-organisers, you decide your own role in this structure. You will each oversee half of the aspects and events, in whatever
way
you
find
suitable.
Furthermore, we encourage you to Head Organise your own event during Antwerp 2021.
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QUESTIONS EDITOR(S)
1- If you are applying together with someone else, please state the full name of your co-editor/editress. 2- How would you describe yourself? You can use the medium of your choice to answer this question. 3- Elaborate your motivation to edit Antwerp 2021? Why specifically this session? 4- How do you envision the output and management of the media team? How will it conform with the existing vision? 5- Provide us with a portfolio of your past work. Briefly explain why these works represent your overall style.
VICE PRESIDENTS
1- Why have you applied to VP in Antwerp? (100 words max) 2- What is it that makes you a good VP instead of an average one? (100 words max) 3- Name three points on which you like to improve as a VP in Antwerp. (100 words max)
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QUESTIONS VICE PRESIDENTS
4- How should the Board ensure that the Chairs’ Team is well prepared for the session? By extension, what are some valuable skills that you think you could instill within your team of chairs? Please include one module that you think you could deliver as part of the Chairs’ Academic Training. (200 words max) 5- Please describe what you deem important in relation to the vision of the session, and how you would incorporate it into the session. Concrete examples will be looked upon favourably. (200 words max)
CORE ORGANISER S
1- Describe the organising skills and experiences you have gained throughout your EYP career, and those you would like to develop further. 2- Why do you want to be a part of Antwerp 2021 and how will you stay motivated to work on this project throughout the preparation. 3- What specific idea have you always wanted to implement into a session? Be as detailed as possible (budget, venues, schedule,..). 4- If you could spend one full day with someone (dead/alive, fiction/real), who would it be, why them and how would you spend that day?
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
The 27th National Selection Conference of EYP Belgium in Antwerp will take place from the 8th until the 12th of March for Officials and from the 9th until the 12th of March for Delegates. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us through antwerp2021@eyp.be, or our Facebook page. You can find the event on the Members Platform through clicking here.
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