Formosa Foundation

BECOME EFFECTIVE ORGANIZERS FOR JUSTICE

The Formosa Foundation seeks to preserve the American values of democracy and human rights through broadened involvement of future leaders in the making of U.S. policy. The Ambassador Program uses U.S. foreign policies on Taiwan and China as case studies to provide participants with opportunities to:

• Understand the intricacies of U.S. foreign policy making and its impact;
• Gain insight from experienced professionals on the art of advocacy;
• Acquire skills to effectively present views to policy makers, media and the public.

MEET FACE TO FACE WITH U.S. LAW MAKERS

The Ambassador Program is a unique training program of its kind.  We recruit students from the United States and Taiwan, who will work together to help develop a closer relationship between the U.S. and Taiwan.  The Program provides opportunities to meet with United States Congressmen and Senators to discuss U.S. policies toward Taiwan. 

DEVELOP GRASSROOTS CAMPAIGN SKILLS AND NETWORKS

The Ambassador Program has demonstrated results from participants that extends beyond the two-week program. The Program prepares tomorrow's leaders towards building a pro-Taiwan community on and beyond the college campus. These congressional visits put Taiwan on the forefront of America's political agenda, and change the hearts and minds of American policy makers about Taiwan.

QUALIFICATION AND SELECTION

The Program is designed primarily for recent college graduate or current college and/or graduate students who support the advancement of human rights, democracy and the right of self-determination for the people of Taiwan.  Selection criteria include academic excellence, extracurricular activities, participation in community affairs, and interest in promoting U.S.-Taiwan relations. 

Up to 30 applicants will be selected for the 2012 Program, including up to 8 to be recruited from Taiwan and outside of the U.S. Applicant can be US and Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or Taiwanese national.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Application forms for the 2012 Ambassador Program are now available for download -- see links below. Application deadline is March 15, 2012.

Program application package includes the following requirements. See page 4 of application form for mailing instructions.

1. 2012 Application Form (Applicants who are currently studying/residing in Taiwan, use the 2012 TW Form)
2. 500-word Personal Statement
3. Copy of most recent Transcript
4. Two Letters of Recommendation