International Conference
on Solutions to Global Democracy CrisisJuly 7 th , 2018Facing up to the global democratic recession, Taiwan’s youth, as the future pillars of Taiwan, is presented with a critical opportunity to explore and advance solutions against democratic erosion in East Asia and globally. Recognizing the importance of engagement beyond classroom settings, the Department of East Asian Studies of National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU) and the Canadian Trade Office will organize a youth-focused international conference, entitled Solutions to Global Democracy Crisis, on July 7th, 2018.
To meet these objectives, the conference will include the following three elements:
Keynote Speakers
Two renowned scholars in political science and representatives from foreign diplomatic corps will be presenting their expert insights to deepen Taiwan youth’s understanding of the issues of democracy and democratization as well as to further introduce the research trend and dynamics of foreign academic circle in this field.
2018 Student Research Competition
We are pleased to host a Student Research Competition on 7th July 2018 at National Taiwan Normal University, Taipei, Taiwan. The competition provides a great opportunity for undergraduate and postgraduate students to share their research posters and receive feedback from world class scholars.
Youth Forum
The conference seeks to elevate Taiwan youth’s awareness of global democracy crisis, stimulate youth discussion on the issue of democratization, and explore possible solutions to the global democracy crisis by gleaning the experience of democratization in Taiwan.
Our Mission
Forum
Provide a dynamic forum to explore and advance solutions against democratic erosion in East Asia and globally.
Exchanges
Discussions and idea exchanges between experts and youths for a deeper understanding on the issue of Global Democracy Crisis.
Connections
Connect talented youth delegates with experts in academia and diplomatic corps.
HOW TO APPLY
Application Instructions
The 2018 International Conference on Solutions to Global Democracy Crisis is accepting registrations!
Application Deadlines
1Early Application Round
11:59PM EST,
May 31, 2018
2Regular Application Round
11:59PM EST,
June 9, 2018
3Late Application Round
11:59PM EST,
June 23, 2018
You will receive your application decision within two weeks after the deadline.
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