UWC recognises that a UWC education is not an end in itself but a means to an end.
UWCx aims to support and encourage those working towards this end through acts of service, innovation, and outreach that contribute to the UWC mission of creating a more peaceful and sustainable future for all.
Such initiatives may take many different forms, such as a not-for-profit organisation, a city alumni group, or a global interest group. UWCx provides a framework to recognise, support, connect and publicise these initiatives – to help expand their reach and impact.
We also offer the opportunity for one-off events that further the UWC values and mission to obtain the UWCx event brand. Anyone can run a UWCx initiative – whether you’re an alumnus, staff member, parent, volunteer or a friend of UWC.
Why is UWCx separate from UWC?
Traditionally, there has been no mechanism for UWC to endorse and support initiatives run by members of the UWC community who wish to use the UWC name and brand. We wanted to find a way to provide endorsement while indicating that these activities needed their own identity, separate from the institutionalised stakeholders within UWC, such as UWC schools, colleges, national committees and short courses.
By creating a new category of activities, we wish to highlight that community-driven initiatives are at the core of living the UWC values. We want to enable the initiators of these projects to align themselves with the UWC brand in a way that helps increase their visibility while ensuring that UWC communications stay consistent and coherent.
What counts as a UWCx initiative?
UWCx covers community-driven initiatives taking place across the UWC movement. These will typically fall into the following categories:
- Local groups that are based in cities or universities, for example, UWC NYC
- Activities and projects, such as GoMakeADifference or Critical Engagement
- One-off events, such as the UWC Forum. You will find more information about what the requirements are for an event to obtain UWCx status in the UWCx event admission guidelines.
Please note that we are currently unable to accept any additional applications for UWCx initiatives or UWCx events. We are sorry for any inconvenience caused and can’t wait to hear about your projects in the future!
In the meantime, be inspired by the UWCx-accredited initiatives below!
