ACI Youth Leadership Summit 2024

On behalf of the OSG Youth Alliance, a global youth development social enterprise in Singapore, I would like to invite you to participate in the SUSTAINABILITY FORUM at the upcoming 2ND Annual ASEAN-China-India (ACI) Youth Leadership Summit 2024.

The Sustainability Forum will take place on 1st October 2024 at the BCA Academy in Singapore from 0900 to 1700 hours. This full-day forum is a significant component of the ACI Youth Leadership Summit and will be attended by 500 youths and industry experts* from across ASEAN, China, and India.

The theme of this year’s Forum is Re-Imagine Ecocities, and the discussions will focus on:
⚫Sustainable City - Cultivating green energy, healthy environments, and eco-friendly practices
⚫Resilient City - Inspiring hope in the face of environmental challenges
⚫AI for Sustainability - Harnessing Artificial Intelligence to advance UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
⚫Empowered Youth City - Youth-led innovation and action for sustainable futures

Among the 500 participants will be 200 delegates who are winners of the Sustainability Startathon Competitions, held across all 12 countries in ASEAN, China, and India. These delegates have distinguished themselves as youth leaders in their respective countries, bringing valuable insights and innovative ideas on sustainability. Their participation will enrich the discussions and offer your students an opportunity to collaborate and learn from some of the brightest young minds in the region.
This forum presents an invaluable opportunity to engage with *industry leaders, multinational corporations, international organizations, and higher education experts*, who will share their insights on sustainability and innovation. Some of the notable speakers and panelists include:
⚫Mr. Michal Mlynár, UN Assistant Secretary-General and Acting Executive Director of UN-Habitat
⚫Dr. Piti Srisangnam, Executive Director of ASEAN Foundation
⚫Mr. Howie Lau, Managing Partner, NCS Group
⚫Ms. Esther An, Chief Sustainability Officer, City Development Limited
⚫Mr. Spencer Low, Head, Regional Sustainability (APAC), Google
⚫Mr. Nigel Lee, Singapore Country Manager, Lenovo

Participation in the Forum will not only provide you with a comprehensive understanding of global sustainability challenges but will also give them the chance to connect with industry experts who are seeking talented individuals within their universities. Moreover, the networking opportunities with like-minded youth from across ASEAN, China, and India will foster cross-cultural understanding and collaboration on sustainable initiatives.

Register by 30 September 2024.