Applications are now open for the 6th ASEF Young Leaders Summit (ASEFYLS) 2025 in Osaka, Japan. This highly competitive, fully funded youth leadership program invites passionate young individuals from Asia and Europe to participate in an intensive, in-person leadership training event. The summit will run from September 29 to October 5, 2025, and will explore the theme “Leadership in Society 5.0”.
Organized by the Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF), this summit focuses on empowering young changemakers through a structured learning experience centered around self-leadership, team leadership, and societal leadership. A total of 60 participants will be selected to engage in collaborative discussions, training sessions, and global action projects.
Program Summary:
- Host Country: Japan
- Location: Osaka
- Program Dates: September 29 – October 5, 2025
- Format: 7-day in-person summit
- Financial Support: Fully Funded
- Total Participants: 60
- Deadline to Apply: June 3, 2025
Financial Benefits:
Participants of this youth leadership program will receive full funding including:
- Round-trip international airfare
- Visa application fee reimbursement
- Airport transfers in Japan
- All meals throughout the summit
- Full accommodation
- Visa support documentation (if applicable)
Program Phases:
The 6th ASEF Young Leaders Summit 2025 is delivered in three structured phases:
- Knowledge Building Phase (July 29 – August 26, 2025) – Online
- Leadership in Action Phase (August 27 – September 28, 2025) – Online
- Youth Summit (In-Person) (September 29 – October 5, 2025) – Osaka, Japan
This blended learning format allows participants to deepen their leadership understanding and apply insights in real-world settings.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicants must be from one of the eligible Asian or European countries
- Age requirement: 18 to 30 years
- Open to individuals from all academic disciplines
- No IELTS required and no application fee
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How to Apply:
To apply for the 6th ASEF Young Leaders Summit 2025, visit the official application portal and complete your submission by June 3, 2025.
