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Dear Friends,
As you may know, LALP programs are now in full swing. In our last newsletter, we announced the start of the 15th edition of our Global Competitiveness Leadership Program (GCL) and our first-ever collaboration with the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI). Now, as we enter April, we have already bidden farewell to 37 extraordinary GCL2021s, who now join our LALP Alumni as they continue to create a multiplier effect in the region, and 14 YLAI2021 DC fellows spanning Latin America and Canada, who will be concluding their YLAI journey with IREX and the U.S. Department of State in a few days.
But farewells also bring new beginnings, especially this Spring, and, as such, on April 12, we will be opening applications for the 8th edition of our Innovation & Leadership in Government program (ILG) for qualified Latin American managers interested in advancing their leadership skills in the public sector. The program will once again be delivered virtually for public leaders to continue working from their own countries without interruption. You can find more information on how to apply to ILG 2021 in this newsletter. In addition, this Spring, we have also launched a new program for emerging leaders in the education sector with Leading Education and Fundacion Varkey in Argentina to create a greater multiplier effect in the region. and we are developing new custom programs with major institutions across the region. And for those waiting for another GCL, save the date because in early June we will open applications for our GCL 2022. More info will be featured in our Summer newsletter.
A special highlight for us this month has been the opportunity to host Mauricio Claver-Carone, President of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) in conversation with our former Chairmen and current Chairman of Georgetown University Latin American Board along with journalist Muni Jensen. If you miss this event, you can view the recording of this webinar and any of our past events on our webpage.
Thank you as always for your important support of our programs as we strive to create a positive impact throughout Latin America. Please don´t hesitate to reach out to us with any questions about LALP programs and activities.
Stay well and healthy!
Sincerely,
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Ricardo Ernst, Ph.D.
Executive Director, Latin America Leadership Program
Managing Director, Latin American Board
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ILG 2021 Call for Applications |
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This annual program aims to equip Latin American public managers with analytical frameworks and leadership development opportunities to effectively promote innovative public policies in their respective government entities. This year’s Innovation & Leadership in Government Program, ILG 2021, will be taught once again as a live virtual, part-time program for eight weeks, from September 20, 2021, through November 10, 2021, to facilitate the continuation of current government work.
The Call for applications opens on Monday, April 12. Interested candidates should apply by July 23, 2021 (priority deadline). Partial need-based scholarships may be awarded to priority candidates.
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Bidding Farewell to our GCL 2021 Special Edition Cohort |
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On Friday, March 26, LALP bade farewell to its GCL 2021 Special Edition cohort. This year was a special edition as it marked the 15th year of our Global Competitiveness Leadership Program, and it was the first time we hosted GCL virtually. Despite the distance, our 37 participants spanning 19 countries were able to strengthen their connections and develop a strong sense of community throughout all the program sessions and activities. Special thanks to our GCL alumni that organized virtual welcomes and took on project mentorship roles. The graduation event included a pitch showcase of five selected GCL2021 projects and a special message from Georgetown University's President, John J. DeGioia. |
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Kenneth Gent (GCL 2014, Chile),
2021 GCL Impact Award
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As part of LALP Custom Programs, LALP joins Leading Education and Fundacion Varkey (Argentina) for the first time to offer a four-month program for young Latin American leaders who are committed to enacting positive change in educational systems in Latin America. The program features distinguished faculty and guest lecturers, including MSB Professor Ricardo Ernst.
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LALP is pleased to host the new site of the Journal of Globalization, Competitiveness, and Governability. Readers can now access the journal at gcgjournal.georgetown.edu or through the LALP webpage's GCG Journal tab located at the top menu. The journal aims to provide the latest research insights to advance Latin American countries' competitiveness and governability in a globalized world. Welcome to the new GCG Site!
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Rebuilding Latin America From the Inside |
Our keynote speaker, Mr. Mauricio Claver-Carone, President of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) joined Georgetown University Latin American Board former Chairmen and current Chairman to discuss the role of multilateral organizations in supporting the competitiveness of the region as we move forward and recover from this crisis. Journalist Muni Jensen moderated the discussion on what the Latin American public and private sectors and the multilateral organizations can do to foster future growth and inclusion in the Americas. Opening and Closing remarks by
Professor Ricardo Ernst, Georgetown University.
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LALP 2019-2020 ANNUAL REPORT |
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Take a glimpse of our programs and our impact throughout the last academic year (2019-2020).
We look forward to continuing to advance Georgetown University's engagement with Latin America in the coming years!
The 2019-2020 annual report of Georgetown University's Latin America Leadership Program (LALP) highlights LALP's continuous engagement with the region. The report offers a glimpse of our flagship and custom offerings, the impact of our alumni in the region, and the public dialogues that we co-hosted addressing key themes of governance and the rule of law, economic growth, and social and cultural inclusion that drive the university's engagement with Latin America.
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The Latin America Leadership Program | Georgetown University | lalp@georgetown.edu |
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