Praise be to Allah. May the peace and blessings of Allah be on the
last Prophet and Messengger, Nabi Muhammad SAW and on his household and companions.
With the spirit to start a place for learning and research focusing on religious studies, ASEAN Studies Center of Unipdu establish ASEAN Youth Interfaith Camp (AYIC) program on October 28th - 30th, 2017. AYIC is a great way to engage world academic youths who want to speak their idea related issues on religions diversity and tolerance and also who want to study about Islam Nusantara Concept in Indonesia. The goal of this program is to seek deeper understanding of religious harmony, and to work together for peaceful future in the world. Some advantages in this program are participants will learn and understand in firsthand about Islam Nusantara Concept, Southeast Asia cultures, and they will experience to do Adventure at some worse place in Indonesia.
As the rector of Unipdu, I feel happy and proud of AYIC program, I will support as much as I can. Unipdu is one of the university which applied Islamic culture, we fight to eliminate of intolerance, terrorism and religious extremism. I hope, the future, the participations will grow up on academic youth who bring peace and keep religious tolerance in this world.
Allow me to call upon Almighty Allah SWT. to guide our steps in the service of Ummah, khalifah, and its progress. May He uphold the succeed and significances under your wise.
Thank you very much
Wassalamualaikum Wr. Wb.
Prof. Dr. H. Ahmad Zahro, MA.
ASEAN YOUTH INTERFAITH CAMP (AYIC) 2017
Preface from The Director of Pusat Studi ASEAN Unipdu
Assalamualaikum Wr. Wb.
Distinguished guests, family members of the foundation, Loyalist as
the university members, families, donators, and participants, I am delighted to welcome you to join our greatest event at Universitas Pesantren Tinggi Darul Ulum, Indonesia.
For instance, in coming October 2017, we will be organizing
ASEAN Youth Interfaith Camp to expect new transformation concept and deeper understanding about tolerance, balance, and moderate under theme Tolerance in Diversity for A World Harmony.
We are hosting three days full camp with several activities to bring closer Pesantren for ASEAN. We would like to introduce the core values of Islam which is not as rude as today looks like. Therefore, the camp will be held surrounding dormitories called Pondok. For this reason we urge all delegates of the house to active participate and learn new things.
In binding up peacefulness and togetherness, each agenda would like to be placed for facing diversity in the chain of harmony. The diversity can be seen by participants who come from ASEAN member states and dialogue partners, 24 countries in total. Those countries will converge heterogeneity in line with stimulations of harmony, because of the main objective is to unite peacefulness. No need to see religion, ethnics, or nationality only to help others. Hand in hand keep out of vast array.
For now, on behalf of ASEAN community and Unipdu soul, all your interests and supports, Lets all have a wise and fruitful resolutions Thank you.
Wassalamualaikum Wr. Wb.
M. Zahrul Azhar, S.Ip., M.Kes.
ASEAN YOUTH INTERFAITH CAMP (AYIC) 2017 October 28th - 30th, 2017 ASEAN Studies Center Unipdu, Indonesia
Supported by ASEAN, The Ministry of Foreign Affairs-Republic of Indonesia and
ASEAN Studies Center, Gadjah Mada University
ADMINISTRATIVE ARRANGEMENTS
1. General Information ASEAN Youth Interfaith Camp (AYIC) 2017 will be held on October 28th - 30th, 2017 in Pesantren Tinggi Darul Ulum University (Unipdu), Indonesia. This program is to be held for the first time and will carry theme of Tolerance in Diversity for A World Harmony.
The theme will be divided to various topics which mainly aim to discuss matters related to interfaith dialogue and cooperation, tolerance, balance, and moderate views. This program will welcome around 110 participants from ASEAN Member States as well as ASEAN Dialogue Partners.
AYIC 2017 will be formed into two-day of youth conference and end with cultural-art performance. The third day will be dedicated for field-trip session.
The program is organized and hosted by ASEAN Studies Center Unipdu, Indonesia, with the support of The Ministry of Foreign Affairs-Republic of Indonesia and ASEAN Studies Center, Gadjah Mada University.
2. Aims 2.1 Introducing countermeasures to religion related intolerance and radicalism to students; 2.2 Providing access to youths on information related to diverse religious practice and tolerance in ASEAN; 2.3 Introducing Indonesias Islam Nusantara Concept as a type of tolerance in diversity among people in Indonesia; 2.4 Enhancing youth networking and friendship among participants; 2.5 Establishing sustainable cooperation among ASEAN Studies Centers in ASEAN Member States as well as other ASEAN dialogue partners.
1 3. Advantages 3.1 Participants can learn and share their views on issues related to diversity and tolerance in harmony; 3.2 Participants can learn first hand about cultures from fellow ASEAN member states and dialogue partners; 3.3 Participants will have the opportunity to communicate their ideas related to tolerance in diversity; 3.4 Participants will be involved in cultural activities in various places in East-Java, Indonesia; 3.5 Participants will be able to experience Indonesia local hospitality; 3.6 Participant will be granted a certificate of participation at the end of the program.
4. Venue The program is to be held at Islamic Center of Unipdu-Jombang, East Java, Indonesia. Address: Pesantren Tinggi Darul Ulum University Tromol Pos 10 Peterongan Jombang, 61481. East Java, Indonesia Phone: (+62) 321-873655 Email: asc@unipdu.ac.id Website: www.unipdu.ac.id or http://psa.unipdu.ac.id/
5. Requirements of participant 5.1 Must be students (20 35 years old) 5.2 Should come from ASEAN Member States and ASEAN partners 5.3 Good health (physically and mentally) 5.4 Good English communication skill and knowledge 5.5 Able to commit to the program schedule 5.6 Submit a paper (see point 6) 5.7 Fulfil the application form at http://bit.ly/AYIC2017Registration 5.8 Entries must be received by July 05, 2017
6. Paper 6.1 Guideline - The theme is Tolerance in Diversity for A World Harmony this will include various topics related to interfaith dialogue and cooperation, tolerance, balance, and moderate views. - The paper should be no more than 800 words - Policy paper should be typed with times new roman 12pt and 1.5 space in word file only (doc.) - Format template: Title, background and problem, objectives, method and process, findings and action plan; - Paper should be submitted before 5 July 2017 - Updated info will be published at http://psa.unipdu.ac.id - The papers will be peer reviewed by the panel of experts. Essays and report of the conference will be published in electronic proceedings in English at the website: psa.unipdu.ac.id. The committee also will send it to all participants around 15 November 2017 by email.
2 6.2 Important date Date Activity 20 April - 5 July 2017 Registration and submission of policy paper 6 July 2017 Notification of acceptance 28 - 30 October 2017 Event of AYIC
7. Cultural Art Performance
7.1 Every group are required to perform within 10-15 minutes; 7.2 Provide the wardrobe and supporting equipment by each team; 7.3 Send the concept of performance together with the paper via email asc@unipdu.ac.id; 7.4 Cultural Art Performance will be held outdoor.
8. How to Apply 8.1 Register via website: psa.unipdu.ac.id or visit: http://bit.ly/AYIC2017Registration; 8.2 Complete the electronic application form and upload scanned identity document (Passport) along with student card and recent photo; 8.3 The committee will send you a notification of participation
10.1 Airplane tickets Any travel arrangement to Juanda International Airport, East Java, Indonesia should be covered by respective participants.
10.2 Local Transportation
Airport transfer will be provided to the participants. Liaison Officers from Unipdu will assist the participants during arrival and departure at the Juanda International Airport, East Java, Indonesia. Please kindly inform us via email asc@unipdu.ac.id regarding your flight itinerary at the earliest so we can proceed with the airport pick up arrangement.
10.3 Accommodation Accommodation will be provided during the time of 27 30 October 2017 in Darul Ulum University Boarding House. The homestay for participants will be picked by the committee. The selected rooms will be given based on committee arrangements. As part of Islamic education in Darul Ulum University, please be informed that the daily life in the Boarding House is based on Islamic Values. 3 The organizer will only cover the room charge. No reimbursement will be provided. All participants will be responsible for laundry, phone calls, internet connection (other than the one provided by the committee), facsimile, and other personal expenses.
10.4 Meal Halal meal (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) will be provided during the program. If the participants come earlier than the date of the program (28 30 October 2017), the meal expenses shall be covered by the participants.
11. Visa Requirements
Entry visa is required for all participants that have no visa arrangements with Indonesia and this can be applied through the nearest Indonesias missions abroad. For the visa requirements, kindly contact Indonesias missions abroad or visit http:www.imigrasi.go.id for further information.
All participants must possess valid passports or travel documents recognised by the Government of Indonesia. The passport must have a validity of six (6) months before expiry when entering the country. Kindly be informed that all expenses for visa shall be covered by participants.
12. Dress Code
During conferences, the participants are expected to dress in casual smart attire. Please be advised that all the participants staying in Boarding House are expected to wear casual and modest attires (no tank top, no hot pants etc).
13. Internet Services
Free wireless internet service will be available at the venue of the program. 14. Medical Facilities Unipdu will provide medical facilities. Participants are responsible for any medical cost incurring during their travel and during the program.
15. Miscellaneous 15.1 The weather forecast in Jombang region at the end of October is approximately 33C (high) to 23C (low), with the chance of 47% sunny days and 11% chance of rainy days. 15.2 The plug-in for electronic device in Indonesia is two-pinned plug (Type C). The electricity voltage is 220V AC at 50Hz. 15.3 The standardized local SIM Card for hand phones in Indonesia is GSM. Participants can purchase SIM cards at the airport or any major shopping outlets. 15.4 The local currency is Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). Most places only use IDR for cash transactions. Credit and debit cards are widely used at the airport. USD 1.00 is equivalent to approximately IDR 13,081.56. 15.5 Indonesian law forbids visitors from bringing weapons, illegal drugs or pornography into the country. Penalties can be severe and include death for weapons or drugs. Alcohol in excess of 1 liter per person 18 years or over is also forbidden to be imported.
4 Annex 1: Tentative Program
27 October 2017 Arrival date to do check in
28 October 2017 (Day 1)
Time Activities Location International Conference 08.00 08.30 Registration Islamic Center 08.30 09.15 Welcoming Islamic Center Opening ceremony of the program 09.15 09.30 Photo Session 09.30 10.00 Panelist of Keynote Speakers Islamic Center 10.00 10.30 Q & A, discussion Islamic Center 10.30 11.00 Coffee break Islamic Center 11.00 11.30 Speech 1: Tolerance Islamic Center 11.30 12.00 Q & A, discussion Islamic Center 12.00 13.00 Lunch Islamic Center 13.00 13.30 Speech 2: Balance Islamic Center 13.30 14.00 Q & A, discussion Islamic Center 14.00 14.30 Closing and announcements Islamic Center 14.30 17.30 Free Home stay 17.30 18.30 Preparing for welcoming dinner Meeting point 18.30 21.00 Welcoming dinner Pendopo Jombang 21.00 - morning Free Home stay 29 October 2017 (Day 2) 08:00 08.30 Registration Islamic Center 08.30 09.30 Speech 3: Moderate Islamic Center 09.30 10.00 Q & A, discussion Islamic Center 10.00 10.30 Conclusion: Conference Memorandum Islamic Center 10.30 11.00 Closing ceremony of the program Islamic Center 11.00 11.30 Coffee break Islamic Center 11.30 13.00 Lunch Islamic Center 13.00 15.00 Preparation cultural performance Islamic Center 15.00 15.30 Go to cultural perform stage Meeting point 15.30 17.00 Final preparation for cultural performance Alun-alun Jombang 17.00 18.00 Break Alun-alun Jombang 18.00 21.00 Cultural performance Alun-alun Jombang 30 October 2017 (Day 3) 08:00 08.30 Registration Meeting point 08.30 17.00 Field trip session Meeting point 17.00 18.00 Arrive at home stay Islamic Center 18.00 end Check out Home stay
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