LankaCorps is a unique opportunity for young leaders of Sri Lankan heritage to professionally engage in social, cultural, and economic development activities in Sri Lanka. The program aims to foster the involvement and understanding of young members of the expatriate Sri Lankan community who have limited in-depth experience with the country of their heritage. Each year, The Asia Foundation selects an outstanding group of LankaCorps Fellows to live and work for six months in Sri Lanka, granting them the unique chance to “explore their roots while giving back.”
LankaCorps is an initiative of The Asia Foundation, a nonprofit international development organization committed to improving lives across a dynamic and developing Asia. Informed by six decades of experience and deep local expertise, our programs address critical issues affecting Asia in the 21st century—governance and law, economic development, women’s empowerment, environment, and regional cooperation.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
LankaCorps Fellows will be placed with host organizations identified by The Asia Foundation in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. These individual affiliations may be augmented by an orientation program, language training and, periodic activities with other young leaders. Asia Foundation staff will offer in-country advisory and logistical support for the Fellows during the six-month internship.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
The fellowship will provide roundtrip international airfare, in-country expenses, including a monthly stipend, and health
insurance coverage.
ELIGIBILITY AND SELECTION CRITERIA
Applicants must:
• Be at least 21 of age, and not over 30, on the projected start date;
• Have at least a bachelor’s degree with high academic achievement;
• Demonstrate leadership skills and civic engagement;
• Be in excellent physical health;
• Be of Sri Lankan heritage; and
• Have U.S. or Canadian citizenship.
Candidates in all fields will be considered; however, preference will be given to those whose background and interests are likely to contribute to Sri Lanka’s development.
TO APPLY
The online application form and supporting documentation must be received by February 14, 2014. To apply, visit www.lankacorps.org