Opportunity Details
Host / University | Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF) |
Country | Japan |
Opportunity Type | Exchange Programs |
Deadline | 03/06/2025 |
Apply Now | Apply Now |
Official Website | Official Website |
🌏 ASEF Young Leaders Summit 2025 | Japan & Online | Fully Funded
Are you a young changemaker eager to shape the future of leadership, technology, and society? The ASEF Young Leaders Summit 2025 (ASEFYLS6) is your gateway to global impact!
Organized by the Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF), this fully funded leadership program connects emerging leaders from Asia and Europe to explore the theme:
📌 “Leadership & Society 5.0”
—a vision of the future where humans and technology co-exist to solve social issues while promoting sustainability and inclusivity.
📍 Program Overview
- Host Country: Japan
- Summit Location: Osaka (In-person)
- Program Format: Hybrid (Online + In-person)
- Organizer: Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF)
- Duration: July – October 2025
- Application Deadline: 🗓️ Tuesday, 3 June 2025
🧭 Program Timeline
ASEFYLS6 is a 3-phase experience:
- Phase 1: Knowledge Building
🖥️ 29 July – 26 August 2025 (Online)- Live sessions twice a week
- Expert talks on leadership & innovation
- Interactive leadership training
- Phase 2: Leadership in Action
🧠 27 August – 28 September 2025 (Online)- Team-based problem-solving
- Real-life case studies from UNDP
- Phase 3: Youth Summit
🇯🇵 29 September – 5 October 2025 (Osaka, Japan)- In-person workshops
- Team presentations
- Cultural exchange & expert networking
🎁 Benefits of ASEFYLS6
- ✅ Fully funded travel to Osaka, Japan
- ✅ Round-trip airfare
- ✅ Accommodation & meals
- ✅ No registration or participation fees
- ✅ Certificates upon successful completion
- ✅ Free leadership & skills training
- ✅ Opportunity to build a cross-continental network
🧑💼 Who Can Apply?
You are eligible if you:
- Are 18 to 30 years old
- Hold citizenship of a country in Asia or Europe
- Have strong English communication skills
- Are active in social impact, community work, or leadership roles
- Are motivated to shape society through technology and innovation
- Have an interest aligned with Society 5.0 (tech for social good)
📄 Required Documents
To apply, prepare the following:
- ✅ Valid Passport
- ✅ Updated CV
- ✅ Educational Transcripts
- ✅ Supporting documents (e.g. awards, recommendations – optional)
📝 How to Apply for ASEFYLS6
- Go to the official application portal (link will be added when available)
- Fill in the online application form (can be saved and resumed later)
- Answer reflective questions on:
- Your background & interests
- Motivation to join the summit
- What contributions you can bring to the program
- Upload your CV and required documents
🚀 Why Join ASEFYLS6?
- 🌍 Be part of a global youth network from 50+ countries
- 🧠 Learn from thought leaders & policy experts
- 🌱 Build real-world leadership skills
- 💡 Help shape a human-centered, tech-driven future
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