Networking Opportunity for Young Turkish Americans in Washington, DC
The Turkish Coalition of America (TCA) announces the First Annual Turkish American Youth Leadership Congress that will be held in Washington DC, on October 9-12, 2014. TCA plans to recruit thirty ambitious and enthusiastic young Turkish Americans to Washington, DC and engage them in meetings and briefings with the U.S. Government, Turkish Embassy officials, policy experts, and Turkish American activists. The program will feature opportunities to network with members of Congress, diplomats, political leaders, and with other young Turkish Americans, as well as events highlighting the cultural and national landmarks of Washington, DC.
TCA will also provide financial assistance for transportation and/or lodging to individuals selected to attend the Congress.
Although the deadline for application has passed before the release of this issue of The Bridge, we wanted to bring this important meeting to your attention, should you consider attending. The information about the Congress is below:
- What: the 1st annual Turkish American Youth Leadership Congress
- When: Thursday, October 9 – Sunday, October 12, 2014
- Where: Washington, DC
- Who: Undergraduate/graduate students and recent graduates of Turkish American heritage
- Additional Details: TCA will provide financial assistance for transportation and/or lodging
- Application and Eligibility: http://tc-america.org/news-events/events/tca-turkish-american-youth-leadership-congress-913.htm
- Application Deadline: August 15, 2014