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Asia Foundation Leadership Program is a fully funded Leadership Program in USA. The project Lead Next by The Asia Foundation creates a dynamic network of young leaders from Asia and the US, and promotes their development, impact, and ability to take action on today’s biggest challenges. Through the Lead Next program, aspiring leaders from all fields and cultures are given access to strong global networks, a diverse range of experiences, and leadership skills which will help them to shape the future skillfully. It is important to utilize the creativity and energy of emerging leaders.
During the Leadership Training Intensive program fellows will meet one to three times a week for several weeks so that they can develop their social change leadership capabilities. In this global youth leadership program, fellows will learn techniques for improving impact, self-awareness, and public speaking while exploring how their individual experiences form the basis of their leadership abilities. The focus of the intensive training is on communication and teamwork.
During this leadership program for international students, there will be 4 monthly virtual classes where global experts will introduce the participants to real-world experiences of leaders in the US and Asia who are addressing a variety of 21st-century issues. Fellows will gain lifelong knowledge, tools and frameworks of the ecosystems and policies that shape impact. Experts will explore complex issues of social change in Asia and the U.S., sharing their combined experiences.
There will be a Global Leaders Summit in USA (San Francisco Bay Area) in July. Fellows will broaden and enhance their knowledge through critical discussions, ongoing leadership training, and resources to address the issues of 21st century. During this international youth summit, students will also be introduced to state-of-the-art methods and effective techniques for creative leadership. Professional mentors are assigned to fellows according to their areas of interest.
Asia Foundation Leadership Program in USA:
Host Country:
•USA
Host Organization:
•The Asia Foundation
Program Location:
•Hybrid (Online + San Francisco)
Program Dates:
•February – July
Lead Next Ambassadors for a Global Future Program Duration:
•6 months
Benefits of the Asia Foundation Leadership Program:
•All program expenses will be covered by the host organization.
•Students from any sector can apply with an interest in global citizenship.
•Air tickets will be given.
•Accommodation will be provided.
•Meals will also be given.
•Opportunity to meet people from across the world.
•Chance to visit USA and gain international exposure.
Eligibility Criteria for Asia Foundation Leadership Program in USA:
Applicants applying must:
•Be between 18-25 years old.
•Be a resident or citizen of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pacific Islands, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam and the United States.
•Fully communicate in English language.
•Be able to attend all the morning and evening sessions as these will be conducted across different time zones throughout the world.
•Attend virtual sessions of around 2 hours per month.
•Be full time committed to the whole Summit.
•Should have interest in cross-cultural exchange.
•Chance to visit the USA and gain international exposure.
Documents Required for the Lead Next USA:
•Resume or CV.
•Valid passport.
•Academic credentials.
•Letter of Recommendation (optional).
•Video of 1-2 minutes to introduce yourself.