Upcoming BBLT J Program
Application Deadline: November 16, 2016
Class Starts: December 11, 2016
Class Ends: January 19, 2017
Eligibility: Secondary school students in grades 6 to 10 from any accredited school/madrassa in Dhaka are eligible to apply for the program.
Venue
Dhaka: BYLC Headquarters, Block J, Baridhara
Time: Sunday to Thursday, from 3 pm - 6 pm
About BBLT J
Building Bridges through Leadership Training Junior (BBLTJ) is a month-long program designed for secondary school students in grades 6 to 10. The program, adapted to suit the learning needs of students aged between 12 and 16, focuses on sensitizing a younger audience to the values of leadership, teamwork, community service, and active citizenship. Taught by BBLT graduates, the program specifically targets students in secondary school to instill positive values during their formative years, so that these lessons of leadership and building bridges remain influential throughout their lives.
Components
Building Bridges
Young people from the three divergent educational systems are united with the intent of challenging the divisiveness perpetuated by the existing structure.
Leadership Training
Participants develop diagnostic and problem-solving skills through large class discussions and small group case analyses. Additionally, public speaking workshops enable them to strengthen their communication skills.
Leadership in Action
Participants apply their skills and knowledge by engaging with underserved communities through innovative service projects.
Objectives
- Introduce students in their formative years to the concepts of pluralism, active citizenship, and inclusive leadership
- Promote pluralism by encouraging participants from diverse backgrounds to identify common ground and develop a shared vision for effectuating positive change
- Provide participants with a concrete understanding of the challenges and rewards associated with leadership
- Create opportunities for BBLT graduates to further develop their leadership skills by teaching leadership to secondary school students
275 Graduates
8 Programs
