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Harvard YLC Gurugram Summer 2025

Published on August 14, 2024

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Harvard YLC Gurugram Summer 2025

An in-Person Event

Harvard YLC
@Mayo College, Ajmer

Taught By
Harvard Mentors

5 Day Leadership Workshop for High School Students
9 am to 5 pm IST
25th - 29th June 2025
INR 60,000 + GST
Grades 8-12
Heritage Xperiential Learning School, Gurugram
A special course fee of INR 50,000 + GST is available exclusively for the Heritage school students till 31st March 2025
Join this exceptional journey where you'll have the chance to stay in India’s oldest and most prestigious boarding facility and study the renowned Harvard Leadership course. The workshop fee includes accommodation that reflects the heritage of Mayo College and all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay.
I loved how absolutely engaging the conference was. Meeting so many great people from across the country was amazing!
Tanvi
Pathways School Gurgaon
What is the Harvard Youth Leadership Conference?
Premier Five-Day Leadership Immersion Experience

Step into a transformative five-day journey at the Harvard Youth Leadership Conference, held in the heart of the city. This offline event is meticulously designed to offer participants an unparalleled deep dive into the world of leadership. Engage in intensive sessions, workshops, and activities that challenge, inspire, and mold you into the leader of tomorrow

Soft Skill Mastery & Unparalleled Networking

Dive into debate formats and fundamentals, refine your argumentation and rebuttal skills, master advanced techniques in strategy and public speaking. Finish with a competitive tournament to showcase your skills and receive feedback. Join us to elevate your debate prowess!

Your 5-9 life at Mayo post 9-5!

Museum Tour: Mayo College

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Visit the Danmal Mathur Museum at Mayo College, next to the Arts School. With its rare antiques and armor, it’s among the top school museums worldwide.

Fun Fact: All treasures on display were generously donated by Old Boys, parents, and well-wishers!

Stargazing with a Telescope

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Join us for enchanting stargazing! Explore constellations through powerful telescopes under minimal light pollution.

Guided by enthusiasts, these serene evenings will spark your curiosity. Bring a blanket, snacks, and your sense of wonder!

Movie night

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Join us for a cozy movie night featuring inspiring films!

Enjoy dramas, comedies, and documentaries while connecting with fellow participants.

Golf

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Join our golf sessions at Mayo College! Whether a beginner or experienced, enjoy the outdoors, relax, and engage in friendly competition after workshops

Horse riding

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Experience the thrill of horse riding at Mayo College!

Guided by expert instructors, you'll enjoy the beautiful surroundings while bonding with these magnificent animals— an ideal way to unwind after a day of workshops.

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Harvard Mentors

The Harvard YLC is led by dedicated mentors who are Harvard undergraduates, bringing a fresh and relatable perspective to the workshop. These mentors are approachable and enthusiastic, breaking down age barriers to build strong connections with students. They are passionate about teaching and learning, evolving alongside participants throughout the program. Their guidance ensures an engaging and supportive environment, forming lasting mentorship bonds that extend beyond the workshop.

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Kassandra
Rodriguez-
Acosta

Concentration :

Computer Science and Philosophy

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Jessica
Zhuo

Concentration :

Neuroscience

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Ana-Mara
Leppink

Concentration :

Applied Math + Environmental Science & Public Policy

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Daniela
Solis

Concentration :

Government

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Modules

Module 1

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Kick off with a warm welcome and introductions to mentors, followed by a dynamic " Get to Know You Bingo " icebreaker to build connections among participants.

The module then delves into defining leadership , featuring interactive case studies and videos to explore various leadership styles. Engaging activities will guide participants in adapting and refining their personal leadership approaches , setting the foundation for effective and adaptable leadership skills.

Module 2

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Students will explore common traits within teams and their personal strengths using the VIA test . They will apply these strengths in survival scenarios, solve a riddle , and use a problem-solving toolkit to address real-world issues collaboratively.

The module includes analyzing adaptive leadership through case studies and practicing brief defense arguments on random topics.

Module 3

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This module explores leadership in the digital age with a focus on innovation and transformation, featuring a Netflix case study. It includes a session on persuasion and negotiation with role-plays for practical experience.

students work on their social change project presentations, crafting engaging hooks and strategies. The module concludes with feedback and preparation for the following day's activities.

Module 4

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In this module, students will reflect on their experiences through a Story Game and Letter to Self . They will interact with mentors in a Mentor Hotseat and identify influential figures in their lives.

Following this, students will practice and refine their presentations, culminating in a Shark Tank-style session where they showcase their projects. The module concludes with a parent engagement session, where students present their projects and receive awards for their achievements.

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In the case study activity, participants dive into real-world scenarios to explore various leadership styles in action. They analyze detailed case studies, discuss the strategies and decisions of different leaders, and reflect on how these approaches impact outcomes. This hands-on exercise encourages participants to critically evaluate and compare leadership tactics, fostering deeper insights into effective leadership practices.

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Case Study

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In the Persuasion activity, students will be given random topics and will have 30 seconds to prepare before speaking for one minute to defend their assigned topic. This exercise is designed to enhance their ability to think on their feet and articulate arguments effectively under time constraints, promoting quick thinking and persuasive communication skills.

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Persuasion Activity

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The Social Change Project involves students creating and presenting solutions to societal issues. Working in teams, they research, design, and pitch their ideas, culminating in a Shark Tank-style presentation to mentors. This project fosters practical problem-solving and effective communication skills.

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Social Change Project

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Shark Tank-style presentations are the highlight of the final day, where students showcase their projects in front of mentors, who act as 'sharks.' Each group has 5 minutes to present their ideas, followed by 2-3 minutes of Q&A. This format tests their creativity, problem-solving, and pitching skills in a real-world scenario.

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Shark Tank

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Students effectively use crowdfunding platforms to raise funds for social causes. Ranganath Thota, founder of Fuel a Dream, provides insights into the process and shares valuable lessons on leveraging crowdfunding to support meaningful projects, emphasizing the practical skills and knowledge students can gain through their fundraising efforts.

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Crowdfunding
Social Change Project Journey
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Step 1: Spin the Wheel

Start your journey by spinning the wheel to discover your social change topic. Get excited about tackling a new challenge and making a difference!

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Step 2: Understand the Problem Statement

Dive into the problem statement to decode the issue. Research and explore to gain a deep understanding of the social problem you’re addressing.

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Step 3: Brainstorm on the Problem Statement

Dive into the problem statement to decode the issue. Research and explore to gain a deep understanding of the social problem you’re addressing.

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Step 4: Develop Solutions

Turn your ideas into action! Design innovative solutions and select the ones that will make the biggest impact on your chosen social issue.

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Step 5: Presentation

Step into the spotlight for a Shark Tank-style presentation! Pitch your solution to a panel of ‘sharks’ (judges), showcasing your project’s impact and convincing them of its value.

Planning to attend as
part of a group or
school delegation?

Grab an exclusive
15% scholarship for
your group or school delegation by clicking on this link!

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You have Questions? We have Answers!

Can’t find an answer? Email us at info@bigrededucation.com

This workshop is designed for high school students who are passionate
about leadership, social change, and making a global impact. Whether
you’re an aspiring leader, problem-solver, or changemaker,
Harvard Youth Lead the Change
equips you with the skills and mindset to drive meaningful change in your community and beyond.

The mentors are current undergraduate students from Harvard University. They undergo rigorous training before coming on board as mentors.

All participants who attend the workshop and present their social change
project will receive the following:

  1. Certificate of Participation from Harvard Youth Lead the Change and
    Big Red Education.
  2. Opportunity to get an LOR from the Harvard Mentor.
Participants in groups will work on a social change project that will provide real tangible solutions to global problems.
On the last day of the program, students present their social change project in teams to an audience of 200 people. We invite students’ parents, school principals, counselors, the press, and a chief guest to be a part of this day.
Yes, outstanding participants receive a Certificate of Achievement across multiple award categories in recognition of their excellence.
The program will be conducted offline.
Unfortunately, we will be unable to share the recordings of the lectures, therefore we request all participants to attend all sessions.
Expect the program to be highly interactive and engaging. There are many group discussions, activities and competition. All the skill learning session & activities will keep the pace rapid so boredom won’t set in. We ensure a two-way interaction by providing enough time for questions, comments, and discussion. Breaks will be scheduled frequently so you can stretch, walk, talk, and grab a bite.
Please call us at +91-931-0450-013 or email us at info@bigrededucation.com for further information.
If you request to cancel 30 days before the program’s start date, a full refund will be issued. If you request to cancel 15 days before the program’s start date, you will receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be granted for cancellations requested within 15 days of the program’s start date. All refunds will be processed within 2 weeks following the conclusion of the program.
Workshop fees are to be paid in full upon receipt of the acceptance email. We accept various forms of payment including Check, Money Order, Visa, American Express, MasterCard, Direct Deposit, and Wire Transfer.
If you fail to inform us that you cannot attend the program, you will be charged the entire course fee. No certification will be provided.
In order to have a consortium of like minded people, this program is selection based,and the selection rate is 10%. We are looking for students from all backgrounds and experiences. Whether you’re an active leader in your school already or are looking to become a more confident student, you’re a great candidate to apply. Students are selected based on the quality of answers on the application form. We encourage you to share personal experiences and stories.

You need to fill the application form on the program page and fill the three questions. Upon submission of the form, you will receive an acceptance email in 5-7 business days.

This is a high in demand program, and we usually receive 2000 applications for 150 seats from around the world. For this reason, we are unable to send out rejection emails to applicants.

If you have missed the payment deadline, you can request an extension by calling us or emailing us at info@bigrededucation.com. Depending on the availability of seats, we will offer an extension.

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