Wedu Rising Star Application Form

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​​Welcome!

We are excited that you want to join Wedu as a Rising Star! Before you start, please read the instructions below and answer each question carefully. There are two pages to this form - page 1 includes personal information, demographics and eligibility questions, and page 2 has in-depth essay questions. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to the interview round at Wedu in the coming months!


Instructions:

  1. Kindly check your eligibility before applying. The Rising Star opportunity is open to all who:

-  identify as a woman;

-  are from Asia;

-  are at least 18 years old;

-  have completed at least one 16+ hour leadership development programme at Wedu, and

- are proficient in English


  1. Please answer in English and pay special attention to specific answer formats.


  1. Make sure to answer every required question as incomplete forms cannot be processed. The information you submit may be subject to verification in later stages of the Rising Star selection process.


  1. Essays: Please respect the word limit, be honest and succinct. You should aim to express who you are while sharing what is most relevant to Wedu's programme,


You may want to use the "Save my progress and resume later" feature as you progress to prevent loss of information due to internet fluctuation, system shutdown, form freezing etc.


Personal Information



NOTE: Please enter the same email address with which you completed Wedu's Leadership Development Programme.


At Wedu, we see gender as a matter of self-determination, and our definition of ‘women’ includes cis women, trans women and everyone who identifies as a woman using she/her or she/they pronouns. While the Rising Star opportunity is only open to women, we engage and mobilise allies of all genders, including men, women, and gender-expansive/gender-fluid folks, in support of our mission.




Your age must 18 or above.


NOTE: If you have not completed any of the programmes listed, you may know more here.









Privacy and Data Protection

We aim to treat your personal information with the utmost care and comply with GDPR regulations. To read more about how we use your personal information and your rights, please read our full Privacy & Data Protection Policy.



 Wedu’s full Privacy & Data Protection Policy is always available on our website. If you have any questions, concerns, or would like to learn more, please contact us at policy@weduglobal.org.

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Essay Questions
Every changemaker has a story to tell - we invite you to use the following space to provide detailed information about yourself, with specific examples as much as possible, that express who you are as a leader and your personal connection with the issues you are passionate about solving.

Please take note of and respect the word limits. In case you have weak or intermittent internet connection, we advise you to save the form from time to time, or draft your answers offline and then copy-paste them into the spaces below when you are ready to submit.

Summarise your purpose in one sentence: what do you ultimately want to achieve in your life?


Why do you care about this issue? What steps (if any) have you already taken to solve it?

Please limit your response to 1,500 characters (approximately 300 words).

Code of Conduct at Wedu

Thank you for your interest in joining Wedu’s Community. A culture of care sits at the heart of how we strengthen and nurture women’s purposeful leadership journeys and we expect every person in our global community of women leaders and gender equity allies to contribute to this culture by upholding the highest ethical standards. This Code of Conduct outlines the behaviours and principles that we expect individuals to follow while engaging with Wedu:


  1. Respect and Inclusion:

    • Treat all individuals with respect, dignity, and fairness, regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other characteristic.

    • Embrace and promote diversity and inclusivity within the community, fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued.

    • Remain alert to power dynamics in your interactions and develop respectful relationships with fellow community members.


  1. Safe Environment:

    • There is zero tolerance for any form of verbal, written, or visual harassment, intimidation, abuse, discrimination, or abuse of power. 

    • Adhere to the values and mission of Wedu and refrain from behaving in ways that could negatively affect the organisation’s reputation.

    • Choose actions and behaviours that uphold the well-being of every individual in the community so that everyone feels valued and safe from any form of harm or threat.  

    • Embrace kindness to create a warm and welcoming space by refraining from using sarcastic, insensitive, derogatory, or sexually suggestive comments or gestures. 

    • Report any concerns related to the well-being or safety of community members or allegations of abuse directly to the Safeguarding Officer at safeguarding@weduglobal.org. 

    • Report any observed violations of this code of conduct to a member of Wedu’s team in a timely manner or write to community@weduglobal.org.


  1. Confidentiality and Privacy:

    • Respect the privacy of community members, particularly regarding sensitive information.

    • Obtain explicit written consent before capturing, sharing, or using any private or confidential information.


  1. Responsible Communication:

    • Engage in open and respectful communication, valuing diverse opinions and perspectives.

    • Avoid engaging in personal attacks, offensive language, or derogatory remarks.

    • Embody honesty and transparency, ensuring genuine representation without providing false or misleading information about Wedu or your engagement at Wedu.


  1. Accountability and Integrity:

    • Take responsibility for your actions and words, maintaining a high standard of integrity.

    • Proactively address any conflicts of interest that may compromise fairness, objectivity, and the reputation of yourself or Wedu.


  1. Allyship for gender equity: 

    • Support and actively work towards achieving gender equity. 

    • Recognize and challenge gender biases and stereotypes, promoting equal opportunities for women leaders.

    • Encourage and uplift women leaders, providing them with opportunities for growth and mentorship.

    • Foster collaboration, sharing knowledge, resources, and support to help each other succeed.


  1. Compliance with Policies and Programme Guidelines:

    • Follow the programme guidelines and instructions provided by Wedu, adhering to requirements and seeking clarification when needed.

    • Follow relevant organisational policies.