UWC Belgium is a volunteer-led group dedicated to selecting and supporting students and their families for the UWC movement. Our members are passionate about education and international understanding, working together to create opportunities for young changemakers.
Who forms the National Committee?
Our UWC National Committee is made up of individuals who share UWC’s mission and values. These include:
- UWC alums and their families – Former students who have attended UWC schools or short courses and their families, bringing firsthand experience of the UWC journey.
- Education professionals – Teachers, school administrators, and educators who are committed to nurturing young minds and promoting transformative education.
- Community leaders – Individuals from various sectors who support youth development and global citizenship.Community leaders – Individuals from various sectors who support youth development and global citizenship.
- Other volunteers – Supporters of UWC who contribute their time and expertise to help select and guide students.
UWC Belgium’s structure
Its legal structure rests upon two main bodies: the General Assembly and the Board of Directors. While the former is composed of all the members of the organisation, the latter is a smaller body of people who decide on the general orientation of the organisation.
A third body is in charge of the daily management: the Executive Committee (ExCo). The members of the ExCo are the first contact points of the organisation. In addition, UWC Belgium can count on more than 50 volunteers, alumni, and parents to help us with our day-to-day work.
- General Assembly. The members of the General Assembly are parents and alumni who have expressed a desire to remain more closely connected to UWC Belgium by paying an annual membership fee of a symbolic amount of €10. The General Assembly meets once a year to approve the work done over the year and to set the budget for the year to come. It is also a good opportunity to talk about the evolution that takes place in the UWC movement worldwide, and for every member to give their opinion on the orientation of the organisation. Every UWC Belgian alumnus is welcome to join the General Assembly. If you would like to participate, please send an email to [email protected], and we will keep you informed about the dates and participation details.
- UWC Belgium Board of Directors. Overall strategic oversight and supervision of the association is the role of the members of the Board of Directors. The members of the Board are elected by the General Assembly for a four year mandate. The Board meets at least once a year to review the work of the Executive Committee for the previous years, and to give the general direction of the organisation of the year ahead. Chairman of the board of Directors: Harold Boël
- Executive Committee. The Executive Committee drives forward and supports the organisation as a whole daily. The ExCo’s tasks include the technical-organisational coordination of the student selection, fundraising, external communication and outreach, the parental network, student welfare, liaison with the UWC Colleges, and more generally to coordinate all the goodwill, energy, and efforts of our volunteers.
Our commitment
- As part of the global UWC National Committee network, we adhere to UWC’s principles and selection standards.
- Our volunteers include many UWC alumni who understand the experience firsthand and are dedicated to guiding new students.
- We maintain strong connections with UWC schools, colleges, and alumni to offer insights and support to students and their families throughout their journey.
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We welcome new volunteers and supporters who share our passion for education and peacebuilding. If you would like to contribute or learn more, contact us at [email protected].
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