Elevate Your Leadership Journey at YSEALI Summit 2025
Join Southeast Asia's brightest young leaders to shape the future of the region!
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About the Summit
YSEALI Summit 2025
Get ready for a transformative experience at YSEALI Summit 2025, a catalyst hub where leadership meets purpose and collective action shapes a sustainable future.
Held in Penang, Malaysia, a dynamic center of innovation and collaboration, YSEALI Summit 2025 elevates your leadership journey alongside 105 participants and 18 mentors from ASEAN countries and Timor-Leste, as you address 21st-century challenges and forge meaningful partnerships.
Because when leaders unite, ideas ignite, and lasting impact becomes inevitable.
At YSEALI Summit 2025, you will:
Co-create actionable solutions for regional challenges.
Accelerate your professional journey through shared visions and dynamic networks.
Forge meaningful connections with YSEALI leaders across the region.
Build purpose-driven leadership skills.
This is more than just a gathering, it’s a catalyst to grow, connect, and lead change across the region.
Program Highlights
Pre-Summit – Building Momentum
Set the stage for your leadership journey with virtual sessions that inspire self-reflection, build resilience, and connect you with your peers. These foundational activities will prepare you to tackle the challenges ahead.
YSEALI Summit Penang 2025 – Leadership Elevated
Dive into an immersive experience in Penang, Malaysia, where leadership meets collaboration. Through hands-on workshops and high-impact activities, YSEALI Summit 2025 becomes the space where bold ideas turn into real-world action.
Post-Summit – Driving Impact
Turn vision into reality. With access to small grants and mentorship, this stage ensures that your ideas make a tangible difference in your community and the region.
Summary of the Program
YSEALI: Over a Decade of Leadership
Compilation of Past SummitsFrequently Asked Questions
What is YSEALI Summit 2025?
YSEALI Summit 2025 is a four-day gathering that brings together 105 accomplished YSEALI alumni from ASEAN countries and Timor-Leste, along with 18 distinguished mentors. This event serves as a dynamic hub for leadership development, collaboration, and the creation of innovative solutions to address regional challenges.
What is the focus of the Summit?
YSEALI Summit 2025 centers on leadership and shared regional priorities that reflect the realities facing Southeast Asia today. The Summit offers a transformative journey, strengthening self-awareness, sharpening decision-making, and preparing young leaders to navigate complexity with clarity and purpose.
Participants will build essential leadership capacities such as critical thinking, adaptability, collaboration, and effective communication, skills needed to lead the future of the region.
To translate personal growth into collective impact, the Summit centers on eight priority regional challenges, identified through consultation with the YSEALI community:
- Improving availability and standards of educational services
- Expanding digital infrastructure and technology integration
- Promoting long-term economic development and stability
- Managing limited natural and material resources
- Supporting public engagement in governance processes
- Improving government performance and administrative processes
- Enhancing planning and oversight of resource use
- Advancing energy access and diversification of supply
Through these themes, participants will apply leadership in action—working together to shape grounded strategies and tangible solutions for the region’s future.
When and where will the summit take place?
The summit will be held from September 8–11, 2025, in Penang, Malaysia, blending immersive workshops, cultural exchanges, and impactful activities.
What are the eligibility criteria for participants?
Participants must:
- Be a YSEALI alumni.
- Reside in an ASEAN country or Timor-Leste.
- Demonstrate a commitment to cross-country collaboration and impactful initiatives.
Who are the mentors?
Mentors are experienced YSEALI alumni with leadership expertise. They guide and inspire participants by facilitating discussions, fostering collaboration, and sharing knowledge on impactful leadership. Mentors support participants in transforming ideas into practical solutions to address regional challenges.
What are the eligibility criteria for mentors?
Mentors must:
- Be a YSEALI alumni.
- Have at least five years of professional experience in leadership, collaboration, or technical skills.
Is the program fully funded?
Yes, the program will fully cover flight, accommodation, meals, and ground transportation for the selected participants to attend the four-day summit in Penang, Malaysia.
What activities are included in the summit?
Selected participants will engage in leadership workshops, site visits, and impactful activities. Post-summit opportunities include small grants and professional development grants.
What is the Catalyst Hub?
The Catalyst Hub is a vibrant space for collaboration where participants connect with peers and experts to discuss challenges, exchange ideas, and co-create solutions.
What are the available post-summit opportunities?
Participants can apply for:
- Small Grants: Funding for community-impact projects.
- Professional Development Grants: Resources to advance leadership and/or technical skills.
What are the accommodation and meal arrangements?
Accommodation and meals during the summit will be fully covered for all selected participants and mentors.
Will transportation be provided?
Yes, transportation to and from the event venue, including flights and airport transfers, will be arranged for participants and mentors.
Do I need to cover any costs?
The summit covers most expenses, including accommodation, meals, and program activities. However, participants will need to cover their personal expenses.
What should I bring to the summit?
A detailed packing list will be provided upon acceptance. Participants are encouraged to bring any materials needed for their project pitches or presentations.