Young Scholars Applications are now open for “CPR south 2017: The Next Billion”.
Twenty Young Scholars from the Asia-Pacific and Africa will be selected to participate in a tutorial program which will emphasise interactive and practical aspects of taking research to policy.
Dates: 28, 29 and 30 August 2017
These Young Scholars will also participate in the CPR south 2017 “Next Billion” conference at Inya Lake Hotel, Yangon, Myanmar from 30th August to 1st September 2017.
More information is available on the CPR south website.
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Tegegne Alemayehu
I am from Ethiopia. Currently I’m writting my masters thesis in masters of public administration at Addis Ababa university. I am lecturer at wolaita sodo university. As of public administration student, Public policy is one of my study area. Because of this I am glad to participate on this event and get value for my country. I expect your positive response.
Regards!
Namali Premawardhana
Thank you for your interest. Please submit your application here if you have not already done so.
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