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Student Leaders Program

A Program sponsored by the U.S. Department of State

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCE INSTRUCTIONS

INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE APPLICANT:

Give this form to a relevant professional reference and ask them to fill out
the form completely.

Please make sure to provide your professional reference with the


same first and last name and email address that you use to submit
your application so that they can include the same information on
their professional reference form.

INFORMATION ABOUT THE STUDENT LEADERS PROGRAM FOR


THE PROFESSIONAL REFERENCE:

The Student Leaders Program (SLP) is a rigorous leadership and civic


engagement program for competitively selected undergraduate and
graduate students between the ages of 20 and 24 from the Middle East and
North Africa (MENA) region. The focus for the 2025-2026 program is
Climate Change and Environmental Protection. Students are placed in U.S.
universities where they complete academic coursework, develop leadership
and project management skills, and expand their understanding of civil
society and participatory governance processes in the United States and
MENA region. The cornerstone of the program is the development of
Community Engagement Plans (CEP), where each student identifies an
issue/opportunity related to climate change or environmental issues that
they would like to address in their communities. During the program,
students will have the opportunity to meet their American peers, engage in
community service activities, and meet civil society organizations.

The Student Leaders Program (SLP) is a yearlong three-part program: pre-


summer, summer, and post-summer with the most intensive part taking
place during the summer. The summer program is an intensive 4-week
program, and is tentatively scheduled to take place from June 25 until July
25, 2025. The summer program will be an in-person program in the
United States.

Upon completion of the summer program, students will implement their


Community Engagement Plans and receive follow-on support, training, and
professional networking opportunities, including joining the 2,000 strong
MEPI Alumni network. A competitive follow-on Accelerator Workshop may
be held in the region.

Instructions for Professional Reference:

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The Student Leaders Program features a unique kind of educational
experience. This applicant will be involved with other leaders from the
Middle East and North Africa region in a challenging learning environment
that will require cross-cultural adjustment and an extended period of
functioning as a member of a group. To succeed, the applicant must have a
high degree of motivation and the ability to adjust to people of different
social and cultural backgrounds. Please be very honest in your assessment
of the applicant to help us to determine whether the applicant is an
appropriate fit for this kind of program. Please indicate your estimate of
the following characteristics as to how they pertain to the applicant by
marking an “X” in the appropriate box. If you wish to add comments, please
do so on another sheet of paper. Your answers will remain confidential.

I. APPLICANT INFORMATION

Applicant First
Name:
Applicant Last Name:
Applicant Email
Address:

II. PERSONAL INFORMATION

First Name: Bahija


Last Name: Fawzi
Street Address: 407 El Massira
City: Chichaoua
Country: Morocco
Telephone Number: +212652727951
Email Address: hibamanssouri1@gmail.com
Job Title: Teacher of English
Place of Employment: Technical High School

In what capacity have you known the applicant?


The applicant is a former student in my class.

How long have you known the applicant? From: _____2022_______ to:
______2024_______
Year Year
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III. APPLICANT RANKING

Excelle Averag Unkno


Applicant Quality Good Poor
nt e wn

Consideration for and


interest in others and X
their views
Leadership potential X
Ability to take direction
X
cheerfully
Takes Initiative X
Sense of responsibility X
Ability to adjust to and
X
cope with new situations
Intellectual curiosity and
X
imagination
Ability to express self X
Participation in
community and X
extracurricular activities
Ability to follow through
X
with projects

IV. SHORT-ANSWER QUESTIONS

Please print your responses to the following questions:

What do you see as the strengths of this applicant? And weaknesses?


Strengths: The applicant demonstrates strong communication skills, a
positive attitude, and a willingness to work in a team, which suggests they’ll
be an effective and inclusive leader.
Weaknesses: She may struggle with confidence in public speaking and
might need support in handling high-pressure situations or constructive
feedback.

How well will the applicant be able to work with others in the Student
Leaders group to resolve problems?

The applicant seems well-prepared to work with others in the Student


Leaders group. Their strong communication skills and positive attitude
suggest they’ll approach conflicts constructively, be open to others’
perspectives, and contribute to collaborative problem-solving efforts. With
some guidance, she’s likely to be a valuable team player.
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What challenges do you foresee the applicant might face in participating in
this program?

The applicant may face challenges with public speaking and maintaining
confidence in high-pressure situations. Additionally, if they’re balancing
multiple commitments, time management could become a hurdle. With
mentorship and practice, however, they’re likely to overcome these
obstacles and grow through the experience.

Please comment on the applicant’s overall suitability for the program,


including leadership and interpersonal skills.

The applicant is well-suited for the program, with strong communication


and interpersonal skills that support effective teamwork and leadership.
With some guidance on public speaking and handling pressure, they have
the potential to make a positive impact in the group.

Signature ___Bahija Fawzi_______ Date ____November the 6th,


2024__________

Please submit this reference form before the application deadline. Thank
you!

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