Are you a postgraduate student or young professional passionate about leadership and solving global challenges? The Global Leadership Challenge (GLC) 2024 is now accepting applications from ambitious individuals worldwide. This unique program aims to develop responsible leaders ready to address complex global issues and create a positive impact on society.
What is the Global Leadership Challenge (GLC)?
GLC 2024 is an open-call opportunity for 100 young leaders from all corners of the globe, focused on fostering responsible leadership and tackling critical global challenges. Participants will join a global network of motivated postgraduate students and young professionals, engaging with design-thinking principles to develop projects aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
GLC members can participate virtually, allowing individuals from around the world to connect and collaborate without geographical barriers.
What’s in it for you?
As a GLC member, you’ll gain access to a wealth of benefits:
- Join a global network: Connect with a diverse group of like-minded young leaders.
- Engage with global experts: Learn from world-renowned academics and senior leaders in business and policy.
- Develop SDG action projects: Create real-world solutions using design-thinking principles.
- Receive mentorship: Benefit from bespoke leadership training and mentorship through the Oxford Character Project.
- Earn a Certificate of Achievement: Official recognition of your participation.
- Exclusive Invitation: Top-performing teams will be invited to the prestigious 54th St Gallen Symposium in May 2025 as “Leaders of Tomorrow.”
- Post-program mentorship: Continue to receive guidance after the GLC.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for GLC 2024, you must meet the following criteria:
- You are a student (currently enrolled in a Masters or PhD program) or a young professional (aged 21-30).
- You have completed your undergraduate studies.
- You have demonstrated a commitment to responsible leadership through extra-curricular activities or work experience.
- You can dedicate around five half-days from 12-16 December 2024 for GLC sessions.
- Active participation in GLC sessions is mandatory to earn the Certificate of Achievement.
Applications are welcome from all academic disciplines and nationalities.
Timeline
- Application Deadline: 3rd November 2024
- Announcement of GLC 2024 Members: Mid-November 2024.
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