The One Young World Summit is at the heart of the Delegate experience and the gateway to lifelong membership into a unique community of over 17,000 outstanding young leaders.
As part of our wider Global Leadership Programme, before the Montréal/Tiohtià:ke, we offer a five-month series of digital events designed to provide Delegates with enhanced and comprehensive leadership skills and principles alongside expertise around this year's plenary themes.
This year, we have aligned the Global Leadership Programme with the One Young World Global Leadership Charter.
Our Global Leadership Charter is our framework for responsible, effective leadership. Our goal is for One Young World Staff, our Global Community and our supporters to strive towards embodying these principles in their leadership.
Delegates will also have the opportunity to find out what to expect from the Summit, how to prepare, and the chance to connect with their peers.
Global Leadership Programme Sessions:
Our programme starts with an incredible first session, which is an introduction to One Young World. In line with the One Young World Global Leadership Charter, our first session will be surrounding the Principle of Fortitude: be confident in your ability. In this session, we will have Ambassador Speakers whose expertise and work are based on Advocacy.
Featuring:
- Michael Hastings
- Ambassador Speaker: Michael Showunmi
- Ambassador Speaker: Bana Itani
In this second session, we will discuss the themes surrounding the Principle, Kuleana: be responsible for your actions. For these sessions, we have invited Ambassadors in Governments and Criminal Justice to talk about their work and the responsibility of making informed, compassionate decisions, being respectful, and finding strength in our community.
Featuring:
- Michael Moller
- Ambassador Speaker: Funke Adeoye (AM)
- Ambassador Speaker: Isalean Phillips (PM)
The third session will take place on the Principle of Qian: Lead with Humility. Encouraging us to maintain a modest, balanced and realistic self-view, by rising above our ego and embracing simplicity. We are committed to leadership free from arrogance, excessive self-importance or greed. For this session, we have linked the profession of Healthcare to the Principle of Qian.
Featuring:
- Counsellor: Mark Tewksbury
- Ambassador Speaker: Phyllis Kyomuhendo
- Ambassador Speaker: Isaac Olufadewa
The fourth session will take place on the Principle of Ubuntu: you are a person by other people. We are all interconnected, and we all belong - "I am because we are." Your wellbeing is connected to my wellbeing, and our actions affect the wellbeing of our communities. That's why we act with kindness, inclusivity and collaboration, as encapsulated by the Southern African philosophy Ubuntu.
Featuring:
- Counsellor: Professor Thuli Madonsela
- Ambassador in Action: Aashraya Seth
- Ambassador in Action: Jenifer Colpas
The fifth session will be on the Principle of Satya: We believe integrity means aligning our words, thoughts and actions. The Hindu principle satya grounds us in truthfulness and authenticity, and reminds us to be mindful of the many different truths held by others. Through our transparency and sincerity we build trust.
Featuring:
- Ambassador in Action: Trang Chu Minh
- Ambassador in Action: Elizabeth Njambi
The Session will cover the Principle of Ihsan: Meaning goodness and excellence, the Islamic principle of ihsan encourages us to elevate our actions, seeking the very best and most beautiful way of doing things. We’re willing to go the extra mile, to pay attention to details, and persevere until we master our skills.
Featuring:
- Ambassador in Action: Yi Jun Mock
- Ambassador in Action: Rufaro Mudimu
The Session will cover the Seventh Generation Principle: we look beyond immediate and short-term gain to consider the long-term impact our actions might have on the environment, society and culture. Drawing on wisdom from Native American, and many Indigenous cultures, we aim to keep seven future generations in mind.
Featuring:
- Counsellor: Senior Vice President of Government Relations, Cherokee Nation Businesses Kimberly Teehee
Please register for the Summit as soon as you can! When you received confirmation of your attendance, you should have received an email with your registration link. If you have not received this email, please contact [email protected].
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