ICLEI East Asia Secretariat and SHRDC have collaborated on international training programs focused on urban sustainability, co-organizing the capacity training program annually since 2016. In 2024, the updated program is aimed at public officials interested in inclusive urban development. It emphasizes a new approach that includes a “knowledge partner” scheme to effectively mobilize participants. The training program consists of an online e-learning model with mandatory pre-recorded lectures and an in-person Deep-Dive Learning Program for participants in Seoul in October and November 2024, coinciding with the Seoul Global Policy Sharing Forum.

 Deep-Dive means Streamlined Integration of Online and Offline Training

According to Edgar Dale’s “Cone of Experience” theory, people remember 10% of what they read, 30% of what they see or hear through video, and 90% of what they directly experience through action.

Deep-Dive Learning offers offline training to top online participants, enhancing their understanding in Seoul.

In 2024, for Metropolis International Training Institute (MITI)’s 10th anniversary, SHRDC revamped its international training into the Deep-Dive Learning Program, integrating online learning with onsite training. Candidates can propose plans for more engaging and enlightening onsite learning.

 

2024 SHRDC DEEP-DIVE LEARNING Programs Application

 Participants’ Requirement, Qualification

– Officials recommended by the head of a local government (e.g., mayor)
– Officials with a good command of English (a selection interview will be conducted)
– Legally eligible to enter Korea
– Completed the prerequisite SHRDC online training

 Selection Criteria

– Selection criteria should be applied to each city at SHRDC’s sole discretion.
– SHRDC will reserve all rights with regards to applicants’ documents submitted
– Gender balance will be considered in the selection process.

 Training Cost

– SHRDC will provide six nights of accommodation, meals during the course, and transportation between Incheon Airport and the hotel in Seoul, as well as transportation during the training courses (excluding personal expenses).
– Participants are responsible for covering the cost of round-trip airfare to Seoul, entry requirements for Korea (such as a Visa or K-ETA), travel insurance, personal allowance, and other personal expenses.

 Application Link

– The application link for 2024 SHRDC DEEP-DIVE LEARNING Programs can be accessed at https://padlet.com/shrdcinfo/apply2024
– Application Period : 8th July – 26th July 2024
– Application Deadline: 26th July 2024
– English Interview : 29th July – 8th August 2024
– Announcement of final entry with alternative candidates: 19th August 2024

Contact Information: SHRDC or SMG
• Address: Nambusunhwan-ro 340-gil 58 , Seocho-gu, Seoul, 137-071, Korea
• Phone: 82 2 3488 2059 • Fax: 82 2 3488 2346
• Web : http://hrd.seoul.go.kr/shrdc/ • E-mail: shrdcinfo@gmail.com

Call for 2024 Seoul Policy Sharing Forum Presentation

 Call for Presentation Proposal and Selection

We invite previous participants of the SHRDC international training programs held offline in Seoul from 2008 to 2019 and 2022 to 2023 to submit presentation proposals. These proposals should detail specific cases influenced by Seoul’s best practices and policies learned during the training programs. Participants are encouraged to present on how they have applied, are currently adopting, or plan to implement Seoul’s policies in their urban strategies.

 Selection Criteria

Interested participants should submit an abstract (approximately 500 words) via email to shrdcinfo@gmail.com using the provided form by August 8th, 2024 (Forms can be found at SHRDC webpage https://hrd.seoulk.go.kr/shrdc). SHRDC will select participants through a rigorous process, with results announced by August 30th, 2024. For additional inquiries, please contact us at shrdcinfo@gmail.com.

 Training Cost

Selected proposals will receive round-trip flight tickets, accommodation of four nights, meals, and transportation during the forum period in Seoul for both the presenter and a high-ranking official involved in policy decision-making for the presented cases (one presenter and one high-ranking official per proposal).

 Application Link

Title: 2024 Seoul Policy Sharing Forum
Dates: October 31 (Thursday) – November 1 (Friday)
Venue: SHRDC et al, Seoul, Korea The forum will also be available online via live streaming.
Theme: Celebrating Metropolis International Training Institute’s 10th Anniversary and Enhancing International Training Programs

Participants:
Overseas: Former participants of the international training programs (foreign city officials), their high-ranking officials, and members of the Metropolis secretariat
Domestic: Partner institutions such as the University of Seoul and public officials
Official Language: English (Simultaneous interpretation will be provided.)

Note: Selected participants accompanying a high-ranking official will also be invited to present at the 2024 Seoul ODA Forum on October 31 to share their presentations in addition to their presentation on November 1 at the Seoul Policy Sharing Forum.

 

For more information, please visit SHRDC webpage.