Event Overview
In response to the SAR government's call to strengthen youth participation in social services and in line with its mission to serve, guide, unite, and protect young people, the Macao Youth Federation launched the "2013 Youth Companion Social Volunteering Program." This initiative aims to increase youth engagement in Macao society and enhance their leadership skills, event management abilities, and volunteer training.
The program establishes a platform to cultivate volunteers and encourages young people in Macao to engage in volunteer work through entertainment, cultural, and artistic activities, fostering a spirit of helping others and self-help among local youth.
Key Details
- Location: Macao Youth Federation (Lian Le Club), No. 1C-1E Avenida de Horta e Costa, Macao
- Date: April 22, 2013 – October 15, 2013 (Application Period)
- Admission: Free
- Application Deadline: October 15, 2013
- Activity Implementation Deadline: November 30, 2013
Eligibility
- Macao youth aged 16 to 45 (must participate as a team).
Program Format
- Teams are formed freely, with 3 to 6 members selected as a planning committee to lead the group, supervise the entire activity process, and handle liaison and organization.
- At least one committee member must attend the briefing session.
- Teams must submit an application form, activity itinerary, and budget proposal to the organizer.
- After the activity concludes, each team can be reimbursed for actual expenses with receipts, up to the approved funding limit.
- The organizer will provide activity organization training, including mentor talks, simple courses, and group discussions.
Participation Rules
- Participants apply for activity subsidies as a team. A preliminary proposal is recommended to be submitted to the organizer at least one month before the activity starts (deadline for draft submission: October 25). The maximum activity budget is MOP 10,000.
- The organizer will review applications. If not approved, proposals will be returned for revision or canceled. If approved, the team will be notified to submit a final activity plan. Within 7 to 15 working days of receiving the final plan, the team will receive a subsidy of up to 50% of the approved budget.
- Teams must strictly execute the activity according to the plan. A complete summary report, activity photos, and financial statement must be submitted within 15 working days after the activity ends. If actual expenses do not exceed the budget, the remaining funds will be granted. If expenses exceed the budget, the team will only receive the remaining budgeted funds; any excess will not be covered by the organizer.
- The organizer will invite experienced social work mentors to conduct classes on event organization and train activity supervisors. Each activity will be followed by at least one supervisor.
- A summary sharing session and awards ceremony will be held in December to review experiences and outcomes.
