OPPORTUNITY TIME #1
Here Are ways to move forward on your journey of Social Work/Finance/Self Growth.
Today we will cover a few opportunities in India and Abroad along with answering the question, is it a good time to invest in the markets?
Ps - The Nicobar island can use your help, check out the last section to learn more.
But before that, let’s have some insights into what this mailing list is -
CLEAR. CONCISE AND TO THE POINT. - Will be a guiding principle for the mailing list hereon to present you all with opportunities to nurture your growth.
Career opportunities will be mainly in the development sector and Volunteering, but there is no rule to exclude the corporate sector. Everything posted here is mainly whatever I can get my hands on and verify is a genuine space to grow.
I feel quick and easy bites of info are better in this fast-paced world where time is a commodity in scarce supply and hence content here will be delivered based on the same principle.
I will also be sharing a few opportunities to help with our local issues here, please find some time to help out if possible as per your convenience.
EARLY CAREER
Are you passionate about social science research? Would you like to learn about Lakshadweep's Minicoy Island and its traditional systems and knowledge? Are you proficient in Malayalam and English?
If your answer to the above questions is YES, then this might be an internship opportunity for you!
Intern with projects under A range of thematics in pastoralism - breeds, livelihoods - on milk or wool, FRA and research With centreforpastoralism. For more info, click the link below.
GirUp Roar is open for applications!
Volunteer Climate Youth Negotiator Programme (CYNP) 🤗
They envision a world where the biggest threats to humanity are resolved through intergenerational, impactful, and inclusive cooperation and collective action. Their mission is to create a diverse pipeline of effective young negotiators who will co-lead the world’s most important multilateral negotiations and successfully deliver positive and just global outcomes.
They are currently on the lookout for volunteers to support them in this endeavor with their time and commitment to get one step closer to making the world fair and just. To volunteer with them, they request you for an average of 1-2 hours of your time a day, for the next 3 months (at least). You will be working with us remotely and you can work at an hour that suits you best (therefore, very flexible).
The working language is English but we appreciate all linguistic skills.
If you have any further questions, reach out to: veena.balakrishnan@youthnegotiators.org or sophie.daud@youthnegotiators.org
Virikshit is Hiring Interns!
International Opportunities For Indians
Monday Climate Change App Challenge
This contest brings developers around the world together to build apps that can help organizations take an active role in combating climate change. Monday will be giving out $160,000 in prizes to the winning apps. Learn more and register here by August 31st!
Become a YOUNGO Delegate
The Regional Youth Conference of Youth 2022 Asia and The Pacific will be hosted on August 9-13 in the Philippines. The application is open to youth between 18-35 years from Asia and the Pacific Region. You can also participate in future COY17, COP27, and 2023 UN Water Conference processes. Learn more and apply here by July 30th!
Gender Just Climate Solutions Awards
The Gender Just Climate Solutions Awards are granted every year to grassroots initiatives and organisations tackling the climate crisis while promoting gender equality. Three winners are selected and are announced during an official, high-level ceremony at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP). Award winners receive a €5000 monetary award, a chance to attend the COP, which will be held in Sharm el-Sheikh this year, and enter WECF's long-term mentoring program. Learn more and apply here by July 31!
Join Covalence's Youth Network
Covalence is an organization whose purpose is to foster "covalent bonds" by building a community of fellow environmentalists that strive to make a positive difference in climate change. Its mission is to inform people about climate change, inspire them to take action, and ultimately lead a global movement. One of their first projects is a youth network (fill out this form to join), which provides a platform that enables youth who care about climate change and justice to connect with other like-minded individuals.
Asia Sustainability Conference
Registration for the South China Morning Post’s Asia Sustainability Conference is open! Set for August 16-18, as a hybrid conference bringing together business leaders, sustainability practitioners, and policymakers from Hong Kong and across the region to discuss and debate how we can change the way we do things today to build back better. Register and learn more here.
Asia Conference on Environment and Sustainable Development
Registration for the 2022 ACESD is open! Set for November 4-6 in Japan, register here for a fee. Get access to researchers, practitioners, and professionals from the industry, academia, and government to discourse on research and development, professional practice in the environment, and sustainable development.
EXPERIENCED
The National Coalition for Natural Farming is seeking to expand its Secretariat team for the following roles.
- Programme Coordinator
- Capacity Building Coordinator
- Policy & Research Lead
- Research Associate
- Programme Coordinator - Odisha
In case of queries, write to secretariat@nfcoalition.in
Medium is hiring for an individual with at least 2 years of work experience in the environmental sector in India to join us. You will be working on a new environmental accountability project, focussing on river sand mining activity across India.
🔗 Read details here: veditum.org/hiringjuly2022
🗓 Apply by 31st July 2022
How to apply: Interested candidate may send their CV with a cover letter highlighting their experience to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com
They looking for a Lead Consultant and a Youth Consultant to jointly develop a Youth LGBTIQ Leadership Training Module.
The deadline for applications is 5 August 2022
Terregeneration is looking for someone who cares about the planet and loves organising. If you are someone who uses your planner and can schedule multiple projects, read and summarise large documents quickly, and help the team in ensuring tasks and projects are completed on time and within budget, this role is for you!
ECONOMICS
Market Overview
The Nifty’s PE Ratio is the Nifty’s market cap divided by the earnings of the companies, added up. The ratio is used as a valuation relative to the past.
It's easier to miss the big picture amidst the short-term noise. So let's zoom out.
Currently, the PE ratio indicates that the Nifty 50 is at an attractive level to buy into.1
SAVE NICOBAR
A Citizens' appeal for the rollback of the proposed mega infrastructure project on Great Nicobar Island which involves the construction of a transshipment hub and other interlinked projects which are to come up on the eastern side of the Great Nicobar Island, including Galathea Bay.
Info on why it’s bad
