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The Youth Leadership Summit 2016 will bring together 500 university students and young professionals, competitively selected from Bangladesh and around the world, and 50 distinguished national and international speakers for three days of exploration, leadership training, and networking. The Summit will feature a mix of plenaries and concurrent panels on issues ranging from identities and values to education, entrepreneurship, and social innovation. Previous Summit speakers have included Harvard and MIT faculty as well as globally renowned leaders from public, private, and civil sectors. The keynote speaker this year will be Dr. Dean Williams, a faculty member of the Harvard Kennedy School, author of Leadership for a Fractured World, and a former advisor to several heads of states.
Learn to exercise leadership effectively on behalf of the issues you care about deeply.
Share ideas and learn from distinguished leaders and innovators from the private, public, and nonprofit sectors.
Become part of a powerful global network of bright and accomplished young leaders.
Do you have an idea for a project that can improve the lives of others in your community?
By participating in the Summit, you will have the opportunity to translate your vision into reality. 10 winning proposals from Summit delegates will each receive BDT 800,000 (USD 10,000) to bring their project to life.
Once you are accepted as a Summit delegate, you will receive detailed instructions on how to apply for the BYLC Youth Leadership Prize 2016.
When and where will the Youth Leadership Summit take place?
The three-day Youth Leadership Summit 2016 will take place from August 18-20, 2016, at the International Convention City Bashundhara in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
What are the benefits of becoming a delegate?
•You will learn how to exercise leadership effectively on behalf of the issues you care about deeply.
•You will have the opportunity to share ideas and learn from distinguished leaders and innovators from the private, public and non-profit sectors in Bangladesh, including policymakers, diplomats, entrepreneurs, and academicians. These discussions will help you make informed choices about your own career direction.
•You will become part of a powerful network of bright and accomplished young leaders from all over Bangladesh.
•Have the opportunity to participate in a small grants competition to design and implement practical solutions for the issues that are important to you.
Who can apply?
Any student studying in university is eligible to apply. We are also inviting applications from young professionals who are below the age of 28. As a significant part of the Summit involves interactive activities and discussions, you should come prepared to actively participate in all the sessions. All selected delegates will be provided reading materials prior to the Summit in order to maximize their learning at the Summit.
How much will it cost?
Selected national student delegates will have to pay BDT 5,000 to register for the Summit. For young professionals, the fee is BDT 15,000. Registration fee will be used to cover meals, souvenirs, certificates, course materials and a copy of Leadership for a Fractured World by Dr. Dean Williams.
Is financial aid available?
A registration fee waiver is available for applicants with demonstrated financial need. We will use a gross family income calculator to determine eligibility for fee waiver. All selected delegates will be given the option to apply for fee waiver with appropriate documentation.
What are the acceptable methods of payment for registration?
Selected delegates will have the option to pay either by an account payee check, Bkash or pay order drawn in favor of ‘Bangladesh Youth Leadership Center’. No cash payment will be accepted.
How selective is admissions?
The admissions process is quite competitive. In the first round, all the online applications will be reviewed by an admissions committee. The admissions committee will select a number of candidates for the second round of assessment, which will include a personal interview. Finally, 500 national and international delegates will be selected as delegates to the Youth Leadership Summit 2016.
If I am not selected as a delegate can I still expect to receive feedback from you?
We try our best to support the development of the young generation. However, due to our resource constraints we will not be able to provide individual feedback to applicants who will not be invited for the second round of assessment. If you are selected for the interview and do not make it to the final pool of selected delegates, we will be happy to share with you a scanned copy of your assessment form with comments from the interview board members.
Do I have to stay for the entire duration of the Summit?
Yes, as a delegate, you will be required to stay for the entire duration of the Summit. The Summit structure is designed in such a way that it builds on the concepts covered the previous day. The overall experience will be most valuable for you if you are present in all the sessions at the Summit.
Will I get accommodation facilities?
No, BYLC will not provide accommodation facilities for the delegates.
Can I attend the Summit if I am not a registered delegate?
No, you will not be able to attend the Summit without going through the admissions process.
What are the key dates to remember?
Application deadline: June 10
Youth Leadership Summit: August 18-20, 2016
When and where will the Youth Leadership Summit take place?
The three-day Youth Leadership Summit 2016 will take place from August 18-20, 2016, at the International Convention City Bashundhara in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Will I get accommodation facilities?
No, you will have to arrange for accommodation yourself. However, if you stay at our recommended accommodation, which will offer a discounted rate for the Summit delegates, BYLC will provide transportation to and from the Summit venue.
Our recommended hotel:
| Hotel | Address | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Lake Castle | Plot # 1/A, Road # 68/A, Dhaka-1212, Bangladesh | ed@hotellakecastle.com | www.hotellakecastle.com |
How much will it cost?
Selected international delegates will have to pay USD 300 to register for the Summit. Registration fee will be used to cover meals, souvenirs, certificates, course materials and a copy of Leadership for a Fractured World by Dr. Dean Williams. However, delegates with demonstrated finanicial need will have the opportunity to apply for a waiver of registration fees. The purpose of the waiver is to ensure that all bright and capable students, regardless of their financial condition, are able to participate in the Summit.
What are the key dates to remember?
Application deadline: June 10
Youth Leadership Summit: August 18-20, 2016
Can I attend the Summit if I am not a registered delegate?
No, you will not be able to attend the Summit without going through the admissions process.
If I am not selected as a delegate can I still expect to receive feedback from you?
We try our best to support the development of the young generation. However, due to our resource constraints we will not be able to provide individual feedback to applicants who will not be invited for the second round of assessment. If you are selected for the interview and do not make it to the final pool of selected delegates, we will be happy to share with you a scanned copy of your assessment form with comments from the interview board members.
We try our best to support the development of the young generation. However, due to our resource constraints we will not be able to provide individual feedback to applicants who will not be invited for the second round of assessment. If you are selected for the interview and do not make it to the final pool of selected delegates, we will be happy to share with you a scanned copy of your assessment form with comments from the interview board members.
How selective is admissions?
The admissions process is quite competitive. In the first round, all the online applications will be reviewed by an admissions committee. The admissions committee will select a number of candidates for the second round of assessment, which will include a personal interview. Finally, 500 national and international delegates will be selected as delegates to the Youth Leadership Summit 2016.
Will BYLC assist me with visas?
Yes, BYLC will provide visa support letter to all international delegates to obtain a visa to travel to Bangladesh. If there is a Bangladeshi Embassy in your country, BYLC will also directly send a visa support letter to the Embassy on your behalf.
What are the benefits of becoming a delegate?
•You will learn how to exercise leadership effectively on behalf of the issues you care about deeply.
•You will have the opportunity to share ideas and learn from distinguished leaders and innovators from the private, public and non-profit sectors in Bangladesh, including policymakers, diplomats, entrepreneurs, and academicians. These discussions will help you make informed choices about your own career direction.
•You will become part of a powerful network of bright and accomplished young leaders from all over Bangladesh.
•Have the opportunity to participate in a small grants competition to design and implement practical solutions for the issues that are important to you.
Who can apply?
Any student studying in university is eligible to apply. We are also inviting applications from young professionals who are below the age of 28. As a significant part of the Summit involves interactive activities and discussions, you should come prepared to actively participate in all the sessions. All selected delegates will be provided reading materials prior to the Summit in order to maximize their learning at the Summit.
A detailed agenda outlining Summit keynotes, plenaries, concurrent panels, activities, and exercises will be posted soon
Senior Director, BRAC
Chairperson of the Governing Board, BYLC
Founder Director and Head of News, Channel i
Honorable Speaker of Bangladesh Parliament
Advisor to the Honorable Prime Minister
Harvard Faculty
Founder of Bishwa Shahitya Kendra
Chief Executive Officer, Robi Axiata Limited
Former Secretary, Ministry of Youth and Sports
Leaders are created from the earth;from grass; from grief.
