Deadline for applications(must be submitted in Korea Standard Time)

Main Events

Ø Speeches by local/international guests

Ø Forums and lectures in various subjects

Ø Visits to governmental organizations and offices

Ø Networking between local Koreans and Korean overseas

Ø Press activities and interviews for major and local publications.

Qualifications

① Koreans aged between 25-45 years old living overseas with a foreign residency/citizenship, or have been out of the country for more than 10 years.

② Experts in various fields like legal, major press & media, politics, economy and international organization, art, sports, NGO, cooking, literature, science, medical science, education, etc

③ Executives or directors of outstanding local community organizations or those represent the organization of the next generation.

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Registration

① Submit required documents including the completed application form, personal statements, etc to the Korean Embassy or Consulate General in the applicant’s residence area.

② Overseas diplomatic offices will submit received application documents with statements of recommendation to OKF.

Evaluation Criteria

① Experts in various fields or prospects with growth potential

② Personal reasons and goals for participating in the Future Leaders’ Conference

③ A description of contribution for the development of overseas Korean community or country of their residence.

④ Social statement, potential, and career field of applicant.

⑤ Any comments, evaluation about you and your contribution, engagement will be positively evaluated.

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Registration form

① Application form with personal statement

② Resume

③ A copy of passport

④ Employment certificate or other identification document to prove applicant’s position.

⑤ Consent form for provision and application of personal information

⑥ If applicable, copy of media release, merits, and recognition and award granted

Deadline for applications(must be submitted in Korea Standard Time)

① Due: 31.May(Tue).2016 6PM

② Submissions will be via the Korean Embassy or Consulate General in applicant’s country of residence.

③ As the Korean Embassies must submit applications to OKF by 31.May(Tue).2016, to allow time for organization and delivery, the Korean Embassy in each country is most likely to set the due date for submissions prior to this deadline. Hence, applicants should check the individual deadline set by each Korean Embassy near his/her residence and submit the necessary documents accordingly.

3. Announcement of the finalists: not later than the end of June.2016(Tentative)