Global Issues Network (GIN) and you! in…. Manila! International School Manila 2012 Global Issues Conference February 17-19.

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Global Issues Network (GIN) and you! in…

Manila! International School Manila 2012 Global Issues Conference February 17-19

What is GIN? Global Issues Networks have been formed in many international schools throughout the world empowering international school students to help sustainably solve urgent global problems.

Global Issues: Sharing our planet: Issues involving the global commons Global warming Biodiversity and ecosystem losses Water deficits Deforestation Fisheries depletion Maritime safety and pollution

Global Issues: Sharing our humanity: Issues requiring global commitment Massive step-up in the fight against poverty Peacekeeping, conflict prevention, combating terrorism Education for all Global infectious diseases Digital divide Natural disaster prevention and mitigation

Global Issues: Sharing our rule book: Issues needing a global regulatory approach Reinventing taxation for the 21st century Biotechnology rules Global financial architecture Illegal drugs Trade, investment and competition rules Intellectual property rights E-commerce rules International labor and migration rules

What is the GIN Conference? Presentations by keynote speakers Interactive workshops by students Global Village action groups Global Issues Film Festival Strengthen bonds with friends and meet new friends

ISB HS/MS GIN Delegation 2011

How Can I Apply? Get the Application from Ms. Jones, Ms. Sanders or Mr. Tague or download it from the link on In The Mix. Applications available starting on Tuesday Submit application to Mr. Souza no later than November 3! Get the Application from Ms. Jones, Ms. Sanders or Mr. Tague or download it from the link on In The Mix. Applications available starting on Tuesday Submit application to Mr. Souza no later than November 3!

Any Questions? Just ask Ms. Jones or Ms. Sanders