Istanbul Bilgi University Hosts Significant Gathering of Young Leaders from Around the World
20 social entrepreneurs from 16 countries selected as 2012 Laureate Global Fellows in recognition of their significant impact in local communities on four continents
By Laureate Education, Inc.
Published: Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012 - 7:10 am
BALTIMORE, Oct. 10, 2012 -- BALTIMORE, Oct. 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Twenty social entrepreneurs from 16 different countries were named the 2012 Laureate Global Fellows today at a conferring ceremony on the campus of Istanbul Bilgi University for their impact on local communities on four continents. Capping off a weeklong training retreat, the 20 fellows were recognized for their achievements in social inclusion, environmental awareness, economic empowerment, education and civil engagement. Eight of this year's Global Fellows had previously been acknowledged by Laureate-based national YouthActionNet® programs. Of the eight, two have started teaching at Laureate institutions since becoming fellows, one will enroll as a master's student this fall and one is currently studying at Istanbul Bilgi University, an institution acknowledged for encouraging innovative and progressive thought.
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