This time around the theme of the competition is:
“Trajecting Nuclear Science and Technology towards Solving Challenges in Africa”
Education, Training and Knowledge Management
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AYNS 2023 4TH AFRICAN YOUTH NUCLEAR SUMMIT 2023 NAIROBI | KICC | 23RD– 26TH OCTOBER 2023 -
AYNS 2023 4TH AFRICAN YOUTH NUCLEAR SUMMIT 2023 23RD– 26TH OCTOBER 2023
Welcome to AYNS 2023
African Youth Nuclear Summit 2023 (AYNS 2023) will bring together top industry leaders, government officials, young professionals, academics, and experts from around the African continent and beyond to discuss the latest advancements in the African nuclear science and technology sphere. It is a unique opportunity for young professionals in the nuclear industry to come together, learn from experts, and shape the future of nuclear industry in Africa. This summit will provide a platform for participants to share their knowledge and ideas, and to collaborate on strategies for promoting the responsible use of nuclear energy in Africa.
AYNS 2023 TRACKS
Education, Training
Nuclear Reactors
Nuclear Reactors and Power Generation Technology
Nuclear policy,
Nuclear policy, Economic and Social Perspective
Medical
Nuclear Reactors and Power Generation Technology
Nuclear Energy,
Nuclear Energy, Climate Change and the Environment
Nuclear Safety
Nuclear Safety, Security, and Safeguards (3S)
Key Objectives
AYNS 2023 theme will explore the potential and promise of nuclear science and technology for economic sustainability, reliable and low carbon electricity generation for the future. The theme also intends to demonstrate that challenges associated with nuclear science and technology can be overcome through continued innovation, collaboration and dialogue among stakeholders in the nuclear industry and beyond.
KNOWLEDGE SHARING
To promote knowledge sharing and networking among young professionals and experts in the African nuclear industry.
INSPIRE & EMPOWER
To inspire and empower young people to pursue careers in the nuclear industry, and to promote gender and diversity inclusion in this field.
FOSTER DIALOGUE
To Foster a dialogue on the latest developments and innovations in nuclear science and technology, including advancements in nuclear power generation on the African continent.
INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION
To explore opportunities for international cooperation on nuclear energy, and discuss the role of nuclear energy in addressing energy challenges, climate change and other related issues in Africa.
NETWORKING
Provide a forum for young professionals to network and build relationships with their peers and industry leaders.
STRENGTHEN PARTNERSHIPS
To strengthen the partnerships and collaborations among African countries and international organizations in the nuclear sector.
CONFERENCE ACTIVITIES
01. Keynote Speech
02. Plenary Sessions
03. Panel Sessions
04. Workshop Sessions
05. Technical Sessions
06. Mentoring sessions
07. Technical Tour
08. Cultural Tour
09. Welcome Reception / Launching of New YGNs
10. Africa4Nuclear Competition
Africa4Nuclear Competition 2023
In 2021, the Africa4Nuclear Competition was a success with three teams from Nigeria, Tanzania and Sudan making it to the final stage of the contest, which was held at the AYNS 2021 in Accra, Ghana. The wining team, #TeamGEO from Tanzania represented the African YGN in the international I4N competition at the IYNC2022 in Japan. The team performed wonderfully finishing second closely behind their European counterparts. The theme of the competition was ‘Effective Communication of Nuclear Science and Technology to the Public’.
The idea is to encourage and challenge students and young professionals in Africa to be innovative and take charge in creating solutions to the numerous problems in their localities. The Competition will reward innovative ideas focused on the application of nuclear science & technology that will contribute in making the African continent better.
- Young Generation Networks (YGNs) will organize a local competition in their respective countries to select their representative teams for the contest. YGNs may decide to select their representative through any other means aside the local contest.
- YGNs forward their respective representatives to the A4N organizing committee
- The A4N organizing committee evaluates the projects and select the best team in each of the five sub-regions on the African continent i.e. West Africa, North Africa, East Africa, South Africa and Central Africa.
- The five teams will contest at the AYNS 2023 in Giza, Egypt and the winner will represent AYGN in the IYNC 2024 I4N grand finale in UAE.
- A team of not more than three people should identify a problem in their locality, prepare a nuclear science and technology base project plan to solve the problem they have identified. Societal/organizational nuclear related ideas or projects are also welcomed.
- Submit a 3 minutes video summarizing their project to A4N organizing committee through their YGN.
- The video must not exceed 3 minutes
- The language of the contest is English
- There are no restriction on member’s background (technical, political, commercial, academia, industry, regulatory…)
- Participants must be greater 18 years and less than 35 years of age
Presentation (/6): Clarity, Interactivity, Presentation organization, Interaction with Audience and jury, Timing and Capability of answering questions.
Innovation contribution (/4): Forward Thinking, Creativeness, Resolution of current problems and limitations
Applicability of idea (/6): Possibility of bringing the idea to effective action by using various resources in an undefined timescale, Business plan proposal, Individuation of possible stakeholder interests, Depth of research, Quality of arguments and analyses
Contribution to sustainability (/4): Contribution of the innovation to the sustainable development goals (SDGs) as described by the UN.
Public vote (+2): Additional points will be given to the team that earns the maximum number of vote from the audience.
Important Deadlines:
- 14th April, 2023 Submission of Applications
- 16thth April – 10th May 2023 Evaluation by A4N Organizing Committee
- 15th May, 2023 Announcement of Finalists
To apply, YGN should:
- Send the name of team members to represent them, Affiliations, emails, date of births and title of their project to i4n.a4n@gmail.com.
- Submit the 3 minute videos with the naming format: Team [initials of team members’ first names] _Country_A4N2023 via this dropbox link: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/o0bmejuv1253bgvv6vjo6/h?dl=0&rlkey=c3gwe0xr22b32i3q12iohhp56. Example: TeamGEO_GABON_A4N2023.
For inquiries please reach out to Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu via email: saliyu749@gmail.com or whatsApp: +2348067071155
Target Audience
Target Audience
The summit is designed specifically for young professionals in the nuclear industry, including:
Kindly note that AYGN will provide travel funding to support select abstract submissions and individuals with pivotal roles at AYNS2023. Please indicate in the form if you require travel support.”