Deadline: August 31, 2016
The Emerging Leaders Conference (ELC) is an annual event of World Youth Alliance Asia Pacific (WYAAP) for young individuals to learn about the salient issues of today and how they can apply their roles as leaders through a variety of talks, forums and interactive activities. Participants will have the opportunity to share their ideas and build networks with other youth leaders from the Asia Pacific region. It also serves as venue for young people to engage in cultural exchange. This will strengthen a region-wide cooperation among Asia Pacific youth to implement projects among participating individuals and organizations, as well as explore possibilities for project collaboration, laying the groundwork for long-term partnerships.
Theme
On its fifth year, the WYAAP Emerging Leaders Conference will focus on the theme, Upgrading Earth: Maximizing Technology and Innovation for People and Planet. The earth is our home, and we are its greatest source for development. The best way to ensure that the youth and future generations live harmoniously in a thriving world is to harness our creative potential in protecting our environment. As we face an era of continuous technological discovery and advancement, we must empower each other in sparking social and environmental progress through innovation. But how can technology help the environment? How can the youth greet challenges of a rapidly changing world?
This year, WYAAP is also launching its first Emerging Leaders Conference Essay Competition. Winners will be given a special conference discount, as well as an opportunity to present their essays at the ELC.
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Conference Dates
October 20 – 22, 2016 (Thursday to Saturday)
Conference Venue
University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P), Pasig City, Philippines
UA&P is a private, not-for-profit institution of higher learning that offers some of the most outstanding academic programs in Asia. It provides a powerful combination of liberal education and professional specialization. It is located at the heart of Ortigas, a central business district in Metro Manila.
