Are you eager for a fully funded experience in Switzerland? The Global Leadership Challenge (GLC) 2024 is now accepting applications from aspiring leaders worldwide. Jointly organized by the University of Oxford and the St. Gallen Symposium, GLC aims to nurture and empower emerging leaders to make an impact in their communities through sustainable development.
This prestigious leadership challenge will welcome 100 participants to engage both virtually and in person, emphasizing the importance of responsible leadership in tackling global challenges. Applicants will be evaluated on their commitment to addressing pressing issues and their leadership potential.
Program Overview:
Participants will take part in a series of workshops, discussions, and mentoring sessions led by distinguished experts, academics, and business leaders. The core of the program lies in collaboration; attendees will work in groups to develop impact-driven projects that align with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The proposed projects must address one of the following key areas:
– Good Health and Wellbeing
– Quality Education
– Gender Equality
– Climate Action
The group with the best project proposal, as selected by the Award Jury, will earn the opportunity to attend the 54th St. Gallen Symposium as “Leaders of Tomorrow” in May 2025.
Location: St. Gallen, Switzerland
Dates: 7-8 May, 2025
Host Institutions: University of Oxford and St. Gallen Symposium
Program Level: Post-Graduate
Program Highlights and Benefits:
– Open to candidates from all countries and academic disciplines.
– Be part of a vibrant global community of young leaders.
– Engage with prominent academics, policymakers, and business experts.
– Develop impactful SDG-based projects using design-thinking principles.
– Receive leadership mentorship through the Oxford Character Project.
– Earn a Certificate of Achievement.
– Top-performing teams will win an invitation to the prestigious St. Gallen Symposium.
Eligibility Criteria:
– Must be enrolled in a Master’s or PhD program, or be a young professional aged 21-30.
– Completed undergraduate degree.
– Demonstrated experience or involvement in leadership, extracurricular activities, or social causes.
– Available to participate fully in the program from 12-16 December 2024.
– Active participation is required to receive the Certificate of Achievement.
Application Process:
- Visit the official GLC 2024 application page and register as a new user.
- Provide your email and password to begin the application process.
- Fill in details about your skills, experience, and motivation.
- Upload your CV and a recent photograph.
- Choose three SDGs you’d like to focus on during the challenge.
- Enter your personal, educational, and contact information.
- Add your work experience details and any supporting documents.
- Review your application before submitting.
Required Documents:
– Recent portrait photograph
– Updated CV
– National ID or valid passport
– Academic transcripts or degree certificates
– Proof of current enrollment in a Master’s or PhD program
– Additional relevant documents (if any)
Application Deadline:
Applications must be submitted by 3rd November 2024.
