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Applications are now being accepted for a four-day study visit to 'Building Partnerships to Eradicate Poverty', Poland, winner of the 2009 World Habitat Award. |
About the project |
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The Barka Foundation for Mutual Help was established in 1990 to help the many destitute and homeless people in Poland meet their housing and employment needs following the collapse of the communist system. Using its philosophy of encouraging social enterprise and mutual self-help, Barka now provides homes for 750 persons in a variety of community homes, hostels, private flats and single family homes. Through its many housing, education and vocational training programmes it has assisted over 50,000 people in the last ten years... more |
Purpose of the visit |
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The purpose of the visit is to provide an in-depth understanding of the practical techniques, training methods and project management approaches used in the project. Intensive site visits will form a major part of the study visit, providing an opportunity to study all aspects of the project and to meet those responsible for its success. |
Apply online |
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BSHF will cover the accommodation, food and internal travel costs of those selected to take part in the visit. Limited bursary funds are available for those requiring financial assistance with international travel costs. For further information please visit www.worldhabitatawards.org.
> Click here to apply online
All applications must be received by Friday, 29th January 2010.
Please feel free to forward this message to others who may be interested. Should you have any queries, please contact us. |
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