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Registration Form

 

 


       Eligibility

Age Requirements
Applicants must be aged 20-35 years during 2025 (underaged applicants will be disqualified automatically).

Nationality Requirements
All nationalities are welcome. However, certain United Nations-related activities may have nationality restrictions, and specific opportunities will be available only to qualified delegates.

Other Requirements
Applicants are required to demonstrate a strong interest in sustainable development and align with Tzu Chi’s humanistic spirit and philosophy. Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, is mandatory.

                 Application Process

1. Virtual Information Session

Open to interested applicants to hear more about the program and ask questions.

2. Note the registration deadline

Please take note of the due date of the registration close date. The application deadline for the 2025 cohort is March 14, 2025.

3. First Selection

After careful review of the application documents, an email will be sent to applicants who are eligible to go onto the interview process.

4. Interview

Interviews will be conducted either individually or in groups.

5. Final Selection/ Team Arrangement

Candidates from the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and the U.S. will form overseas Tzu Chi chapters.

6. Curriculum

Regular training sessions are held every three weeks on Saturdays.

Application Guide

Registration link : https://www.surveycake.com/s/qp3L9

Note: Please do not submit more than one application. We will only use the first application submitted if more than one application is received. If there are any problems with the online submission, please contact tiya@ems.tzuchi.net

ID Photo

Please provide a photo taken in the last six months that will be suitable for ID use.

Curriculum Vitae

Two A4 pages, size 12 font, PDF.

Cover Letter (one A4 page, size 12, PDF)

Please use the following questions to guide your Cover Letter:

  1. Tell us about yourself. What global issues are you passionate about and what works have you partaken to address these issues? 
  2. What are your interests and involvement in community work?
  3. Why have you chosen to apply for IYLP and what do you wish to gain from this Program?

2 Letters of Recommendations (PDF only)

Please include the following details for your referee:

  1. Name
  2. Position and Organization
  3. Contact Details
  4. Relations to the Applicant
2026 IYLP Program Description
Registration Form

Terms and Conditions

Program Changes and Cancellations

Tzu Chi reserves the right to cancel, modify, or substitute the Program and its activities when necessary, considering the circumstances and the best interests of the participants.

Participation and Responsibilities
  • Tzu Chi may refuse or revoke an application for participation in the Program if deemed necessary.
  • Delegates are responsible for obtaining visas and required documents for travel and participation, despite Tzu Chi’s support in this process. Tzu Chi is not liable if the required documents cannot be obtained.
Media Usage

Tzu Chi reserves the right to use photos, videos, or statements made by Delegates for various purposes, including print, verbal, online, or other media. Delegates can decline such use by contacting the Program Coordinator in writing.

Liability Disclaimer

Tzu Chi is not liable for any loss, harm, injury, or damages to Delegates or their property, regardless of the cause.