International Congress in Kenya 2011
Several weeks ago our mebmers Sargis and Elize came back from great conference in Kenya, IC Kenya 2011, whch gave us gave us a lot of important things for our developing, and which create a FUTURE for AIESEC.
From August 20th - August 29th, over 500 young
leaders from over 107 countries and territories,
along with senior management of over 50 companies
converged in Nairobi for Kenya’s largest international
congregation of young people – the AIESEC International Congress 2011, Kenya. The event will attracted over 3,000 virtual participants in this one-of-a-kind celebration of youth leadership and diversity. For 62 years now, this annual summit has been bringing together young leaders, global business houses, organizations and individuals from different parts of the world.
The theme of the congress was "Carving Young Leaders For A Sustainable Future", and it focused on a multitude of issues such as sustainability, technology, youth led impact movements, ethical business, emerging markets, and labor mobility. For pictures from the different activities of the Congress click here
AIESEC is an international talent pool of 60,000+ active members and over 800,000 alumni spread across 111 countries. Established in 1948, with the aim of fostering cultural understanding between young people from different countries, it has evolved over the years to become the world's largest student run organization today. In partnership with 4000+ companies, governmental organizations and non-profit organizations across the world, it offers its members leadership and international internship opportunities. Around the world, organizations and causes recognize AIESEC as the voice of the international youth demographic.
AIESEC Kenya is among the leading national
chapters of AIESEC globally and the proud host
of International Congress 2011.
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