2012 JCI World Congress Newsletter Issue 1

CONGRESS NEWS Monday November 19, 2012

Welcome to Taipei!

Dear Delegates of the 2012 JCI World Congress, I am very pleased to welcome you to Taipei, Taiwan for this year’s JCI World Congress. Here, we will celebrate a year of getting out of the meeting rooms and going out into our communities, taking concrete actions and making positive change a reality.

Take the opportunity to attend many events that will empower you with tools, information and resources needed to create outstanding projects. By participating in these events, we will also build a powerful network of contacts who can help improve our projects while becoming our dear friends.

In this Issue:

Take part in as many trainings, forums, shows and parties as you can to realize your own potential for creating positive change. One person can create an incredible impact, but by working together, we will truly change the world.

Welcome Letters Opening Ceremony National President’s Meetings JCI Sales Spotlight JCI JCI First Timers Today’s Trainings and Seminars

Turn Your Passion into Action!

Support JCI!

Bertolt Daems 2012 JCI President

Stop by the JCI Secretariat on the 10th floor of the Grand Hotel Taipei to turn in your application for JCI Foundation.

Presentations will be Wednesday at General Assembly II, starting promptly at 14:00 in the Grand Ballroom. Don’t forget to make your contribution today!

It is my honor to welcome our distinguished delegates and guests from all over the world!

I believe that everyone had a great time at the amazing Opening Ceremony and Taiwan Night last night and hope everyone enjoys the rest of the World Congress. Along with the meetings, ceremonies, trainings and parties, there are also free city tours, company visits, sports competitions, the International People’s Representative Forum, Global Youth Day, UN Millennium Development Goal activities, a free Easy Card for public transportation and much more, waiting for your participation and exploration.

There will also be a big trade show from November 19 to 22, focused on the areas of Cloud Computing, Green Energy, Bio-Economy & Entrepreneurship.

Please come to Expo Dome and you will learn more about future business trends or the “hot topics” of today’s world.

Take in every moment to create great memories from this event and don’t forget to collect a copy of the Congress Newsletter every morning for the latest information and pictures!

Chris Chen 2012 Congress Director

Win Prizes!

Wake up with JCI! Join us at the JCI Morning Show for the chance to win prizes!

JCI Morning Show is held today through Wednesday this week at 09:00 in the Grand Ballroom in the Grand Hotel.

2012 JCI World Congress Marches to the Beat of A New Drum Delegates from across the globe gathered in Taipei last night to celebrate the power of positive change at this year’s World Congress.

The 2012 JCI World Congress Opening Ceremony rocked with passionate crowds of young active citizens cheering with their fellow JCI members. The evening began with a dazzling performance from the Chiotian Folk Drums and Arts Troupe encouraging the audience to chant and celebrate!

This enthusiastic, fun opening was followed by the colorful parade of 2012 JCI National Presidents and Chief Delegates from each country represented at Congress. Some National Presidents were even accompanied by their spouse or children to represent their country at JCI’s largest annual event. The wide variety of national outfits showcased the diverse culture of each JCI country. Also introduced were the JCI Past Presidents, the 2012 JCI Vice Presidents and the 2012 JCI Executive Committee. Last but not least, 2012 JCI President Bertolt Daems took the stage to greet all of the delegates who have traveled to Taipei for this week-long adventure.

Following the parade, MINta started a sand animation performance showcasing this traditional art of Taiwan. After the peaceful and inspiring performance, 2012 National President of JCI Taiwan Sean Y. H. Chang welcomed the delegates to his home country.

Wu Den-Yih, Vice President of Taiwan (ROC) then took the stage to extend his greetings to all delegates. Along with Taipei City Major Hau Ling-Bin, Vice President Wu encouraged delegates to explore the beautiful city and enjoy the World Congress.

Shortly after, JCI President Bertolt Daems joined National President Chang on the stage to recognize what a great year 2012 has been for JCI Organization’s around the world.

President Daems applauded each JCI member’s commitment to positive change and challenged every delegate to consider how they can advance positive change at this World Congress.

“I know we can all look at the world and see its beauty, but in my travels, I have seen many struggles,” said President Daems. “As young active citizens, we must work together to turn these struggles into successes and build a brighter future.”

He then welcomed Congress Organizing Committee Chairman Chris Chen to the stage to join National President Chang and Congress Chairperson Neil Yang to declare the Congress open.

Delegates, energized from the Diabolo Dance Theater yo-yo performance, concluded the Opening Ceremony and headed to the Welcome Night party also located in the Taipei Arena.

JCI First Timers Walk the Red Carpet Greeted by JCI President Bertolt Daems, Immediate Past President Kentaro Harada and enthusiastic JCI Senators, the First Timers felt welcomed and excited about their first World Congress. 2012 JCI Vice President Robbert Van Waart, 2012 JCI Vice President Lizby Casas-Forero and 2012 JCI Vice President Takor Takor used their bright personalities to tell the attendees all about their upcoming Congress adventure.

Each First Timer received a form with a variety of questions and facts to fill out as they attend all the events, ceremonies and seminars over the course of the week. This introductory session to Congress explains what each event is, where, what time they are and even what they should wear. As they go with their fellow members to these events, they can answer questions and get signatures for their questionnaire together.

Each First Timer who completes their questionnaire will be entered into a drawing to win the JCI First Timer award and receive a free registration for the 2013 JCI World Congress in Rio de Janeiro! Good luck to all JCI First Timers and see you in Rio!

Today’s Trainings • JCI Achieve Train-the-Trainer (English), 9:00-17:00, Room 328, CYAC • JCI Impact Train-the-Trainer (French), 9:00-17:00, Room 332, CYAC

Today’s Seminars • Lead, don’t follow! How you can make a difference fo JCI! 14:00-17:00, Room 318, CYAC TIME

EVENT

VENUE

9:00-18:00

City Tour Registration

Lobby Area, The Grand Hotel

9:00-18:00

Electric Cars’ Experience

Expo Park

9:00-10:00

JCI Morning Show

Grand Ballroom, The Grand Hotel

9:30-11:30

Medical Cosmetics Forum

Room 318, CYAC

10:00-18:00

The Dialogue of Spirit and Heaven Art Exhibition

Expo Dome, Expo Park

10:00-10:30

Official Opening Trade Show

Expo Park

10:30-12:30

2013 JCI Vice President Candidates Presentation and Caucus

Grand Ballroom, The Grand Hotel

10:30-12:30

JCI Active Citizen FrameWorkshop: Health and Wellness

Sky Lounge, The Grand Hotel

13:00-16:30

Cloud Computing NeoTech - Smart Life Forum

Sky Lounge, The Grand Hotel

14:00-17:00

General Assembly 1 (Reports)

Grand Ballroom, The Grand Hotel

21:00-2:00

European Night

Expo Park

—Must-See Events

—JCI Programs

—All day events/locations

Ready, Set, Spotlight! Gear up with JCI Test your knowledge of JCI and international trivia at Spotlight JCI, World Congress’s exciting game show! Come and cheer on your Area Team in this global meeting of the minds this Thursday, November 22 at 09:00 in the Auditorium on the 10th floor of the Grand Hotel!

1. Which past United States President featured a chair donated by JCI in the oval office during his presidency? a.) John F. Kennedy b.) Bill Clinton c.) George W. Bush d.) Harry S. Truman e.) Ronald Reagan 2. Which of the below is NOT one of the four core values of the UN Global Compact? a.) Sustainability b.) Labour c.) Anti-Corruption d.) Human Rights e.) Environment 3. Last year in Brussels, Delegates learned more about the updates to the new JCI Awards program. What is the focus of the new awards program? a.) Local Action b.) National Action c.) Regional Action d.) International Action

Visit the JCI Sales Booth to purchase the latest JCI merchandise exclusively sold at this year’s World Congress.

Taipei is known for its diverse range of trends and styles, and JCI is making sure you look fashionable with JCI apparel. The sales booth will also feature a variety of other great JCI products displaying the JCI logo. Pick up something new for yourself or one of your fellow Congress delegates. Also, make sure to stock up on this exclusive merchandise for your members or friends at home. Stop by the booth located on the 12th floor outside of the Grand Ballroom in the Grand Hotel Taipei and pick up one of the exciting new items today!

JCI travel luggage: US $120 JCI iPad cover: US $50 JCI slap bracelet: US $3 4GB USB drive US $15 JCI T-shirt with logo *special price* US $5 JCI Windbreaker US $15 JCI Travel Kit US $50 (includes eye mask, blanket and inflatable neck pillow) We take cash, Mastercard, Visa or American Express.

Answers: 1. a, 2. e, 3. a

JCI Leaders Think Towards the Future In the Asia-Pacific National President’s meeting, they welcomed the JCI New Zealand delegation to their very first World Congress! Also, JCI Thailand has been working hard to revitalize their organization and sent delegates for the first time in two years.

The National Presidents meetings allowed the leaders from each Area to learn and grow as they discussed the strengths, opportunities, successes and challenges from each of their National Organizations. Local projects and programs were presented as each National President shared their stories from 2012.

Each Area Development Council attended the National Presidents’ Meetings to present the 2013 development plan and report their successes from 2012. With the 2013 JCI Area Conferences coming up in the next few months, the Conference Directors gave their event updates. The National Presidents can now bring this information back to their countries, encouraging members to attend.

The Africa and the Middle East meeting welcomed two new fully affiliated National Organizations, JCI Jordan and JCI Lesotho. Exciting news in 2013 includes the first ever organization of a National Presidents Meeting on location in their area. It will take place in Accra, Ghana.

In the Americas meeting, JCI Haiti talked about their US $52 in 52 weeks campaign to raise money to build a community center. All the Americas National Presidents fully support this initiative and will spread the word this week at Congress to make sure their project is known around the world. The National President from JCI Colombia also discussed their plans for the Area Conference in 2014.

The European Presidents Meeting allowed all of the National Presidents some time to work on the threeyear strategic plan for Europe. This plan guides each country to focus on four important areas for their projects; Active Citizenship, renewable energy, education and entrepreneurship.

The final discussion included this year’s World Congress and their important role as the key representative of their Organization. World Congress shines as a momentous time in a National President’s career as they embrace this opportunity to showcase their country to the world during a number of special ceremonies and meetings.

Positive thinking and excitement filled the room as the National Presidents’ meetings concluded, boosting their ability to create positive change in 2013.

2012 JCI World Congress in Taipei, Taiwan: Issue 1