On 24 November 2017, the Islamic Cooperation Youth Forum (ICYF) and Moroccan Ministry of Youth held the closing festivities and ceremony for the Fez OIC Youth Capital 2017 Program, crowning a series of youth events in partnership with the Moroccan Ministry of Youth and Sports, under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI.
Throughout the program, youth from around the world engaged in activities emphasizing the role of youth in countering extremism, and in developing new narratives for change, growth and active citizenship. In attendance was H.E. Palestinian Minister of Youth and Sport, who was entrusted with the Key of Fez, a symbol of the city as a youth capital. He promised to uphold the example of civilization and diversity set by the historic city of Fez, in the upcoming al-Quds al-Sharif OIC Youth Capital 2018 programme.
The program ended with engaging performances from the Street Art Festival, recommendations from the Youth Forum for the Prevention of Extremism and Violence; and commitments from youth to enhance Islamic solidarity in all that they do.

On 21-24 November 2017, the Islamic Cooperation Youth Forum (ICYF) organized an international forum on the ‘Prevention of Extremism and Violence’ in partnership with the Moroccan Ministry of Youth and Sports, and under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco as part of the ‘Fez OIC Youth Capital 2017’ Programme.

The international forum presented a number of dynamic panels on best practices, relevant policy frameworks and implementation mechanisms in countering radicalism, emphasizing the role of civil society in countering violence and radicalism, and the unique role of youth in developing new narratives for constructive change, civic engagement and political participation. The event was held in the historic Fez City Hall, with attendance of a number of high-level dignitaries and scholars including. Also in attendance were a number of representatives of international organizations, NGO’s and youth delegates.

The Forum emphasized the strategic value of youth, and emphasized the need to create inclusive future-oriented narratives that appeal to the inherent civic duty in youth, while calling on youth to identify pathways and mechanisms for constructive changes, develop their capacities in decision-making and policy-building and take on the role of positive agents for change in their respective societies.

As part of the celebrations of Fez as OIC Youth Capital 2017, the “OIC Youth Street Art Festival” was launched on November 22, successfully organized by ICYF and the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Morocco under the high patronage of the Kingdom of Morocco, with the participation of more than 50 local and international young poets, performers and artists.

Throughout the program, Youth showcased their talents, developed their skills and engaged with the expressive festival atmosphere to learn from leading artisans and performers while attending multiple workshops.

Speaking on behalf of ICYF, Ms. Tugba Ceren Cerci (Programme Coordinator of ICYF) delivered a welcoming speech to the participants of “OIC Youth Street Art Festival” during the workshops, encouraging youth to create constructive identities for themselves through creative expression, Islamic solidarity and civic engagement. At the end of the workshops young artists will perform a special show at the closing ceremony of Fez-OIC Youth Capital 2017, as an outcome of the three day festival.

CALL FOR APPLICATION

YOUTH FORUM FOR THE PREVENTION OF EXTREMISM AND VIOLENCE

Fez – OIC Youth Capital 2017

Islamic Cooperation Youth Forum (ICYF), an international organization affiliated to the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), announces the call for application for the Fez –OIC Youth Capital 2017, Youth Forum for the Prevention of Extremism and Violence issued by the hosts of the “Fes– OIC Youth Capital 2017” international programme. The Festival aiming to bring together young artists from the OIC geography and beyond will be held in the city of Fez, Kingdom of Morocco, on 22-23 November, 2017.

Main Objectives:

The Forum is an opportunity to meet and interact with leading youth from various OIC countries to work on the concepts related to volunteering and the various approaches that are effective in preventing extremism and violence, through workshops and seminars with specialists.

1. To support the development of young people sensitive to global and social issues, capable of contributing society and humanity and to empower young people with leadership qualities.
2. To enable young people to think about “Youth Forum for the Prevention of Extremism and Violence” and exchange ideas on these matters and find solutions for them and to make a contribution to establishing a fundamentally more equitable and peaceful world.
3. To enable young people to gain new experiences by improving their sense of solidarity and cooperation.
4. To establish youth networks and platforms.

The Format and Programme Details

The 2 days forum programme is expected to bring young people together to contribute to the success of the event and discuss about youth volunteerism & preventing extremism and violence. The programme will be a combination of;

• First plenary session and workshops
• Workshops and group work
• Second plenary session and workshops
• Cultural City Tour

Application and Selection Process

The final selection will be made by the organizing team according to the criteria described below;

• To be a citizen of the OIC Member States or representative of Muslim community in non-OIC Member States;
• Able to speak English;
• Aged 18-30;
• Involved in/coordinated any innovative youth social project,
• Active in community services,
• Motivated to attend the full duration;

**** Application form should be sent in the format of DOC file to this email address: fescapitale@mjs.gov.ma .Please also take note that all the participants should fill the participation application form up and attach it to their email.

Costs

Travel: Participants are themselves will cover round trip travel expenses from his/her own country to Fez city including the visa, medical and travel insurance and personal expenses.

Accommodation and other costs: Host organization will cover domestic transportation, accommodation, food and other costs related to the festival.

Contact

*** For further questions, please contact at Email: fescapitale@mjs.gov.ma and Phone: +212 537 68 00 28

The Festival’s Timeline:

Deadline: 1 November 2017 at 18:00 according to Rabat Time.

CALL FOR APPLICATION

OIC Youth Street Art Festival

Fez – OIC Youth Capital 2017

Islamic Cooperation Youth Forum (ICYF), an international organization affiliated to the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), announces the call for application for the Fez –OIC Youth Capital 2017, OIC Youth Street Art Festival issued by the hosts of the “Fez– OIC Youth Capital 2017” international programme. The Festival aiming to bring together young artists from the OIC geography and beyond will be held in the city of Fez, Kingdom of Morocco, on 22-23 November, 2017.

Main Objectives:

“OIC Youth Street Art Festival” is considered as an international art exhibition, for the benefit of Muslim Youth.  The Festival will provide a platform where young people experience different cultures and values and also demonstrate their artistic expressions in writing, graffiti, music and physical expression.

1. To raise awareness of young people towards our prevalent values, history, culture and civilization and to reunite them under a common vision of future.
2. To enable young people to gain new experiences through art and improve their sense of solidarity and cooperation.

The Format and Programme Details

The 2 days international programme is expected to bring young people together to contribute to the success of the event and explore different cultures. The programme will be a combination of;

• Professional singing and musical arts
• Professional dance and performing arts

Participants are allowed (if desired) to bring their traditional clothes and  authentic national items to be showed among participants and other attendees of the Festival.

Application and Selection Process

The final selection will be made by the organizing team according to the criteria described below;

• To be a citizen of the OIC Member States or representative of Muslim community in non-OIC Member States;
• Aged 18-30;
• Involved in/coordinated any creative youth art project,
• Active in community services,
• Motivated to attend the full duration;

**** Application forms should be sent in the format of DOC file to this email address: fescapitale@mjs.gov.ma Please also take note that all the participants should fill the participation application form up and attach it to their email.

 Costs

Travel: Participants are  to cover themselves round trip travel expenses from his/her own country to Fez city including the visa, medical and travel insurance and personal expenses.

Accommodation and other costs: Host organization will cover domestic transportation, accommodation, food and other costs related to the festival.

Contact

*** For further questions, please contact at Email: fescapitale@mjs.gov.ma and Phone: +212 537 68 00 28

The Festival’s Timeline:

Deadline: 1 November 2017 at 23:59 according to Rabat Time.

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