31 July
Summer School for
Effective Leadership
AN OVERTURE TO
GLOBAL LEADERSHIP
Supported by :
Supporting Media :
2015
at HKU
to
8 Aug
Introduction
Summer School for Effective Leadership 2015: An Overture to Global Leadership (the ‘School’), now in its eighth
year, is a collaboration between Leadership 21, The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups and the General
Education Unit, The University of Hong Kong with the aims:
To nurture youth leaders with solid fundamental knowledge and intensive leadership skills;
To foster all-round training to strengthen their critical thinking and reasoning skills, interpersonal skills,
cognitive skills and ability to analyse and solve problems;
To reinforce their willingness to serve the community; and
To further develop a global perspective and promote intercultural awareness amongst participants.
Study Theme
From eradication of poverty in the Millennium Development Goals, the world is moving on towards the higher
goal of ‘Leave No One Behind’ in the post-2015 Development Agenda – ensuring that no person is denied basic
economic opportunities and human rights. As a highly developed city, Hong Kong has more multimillionaires than
any other city in the world. However, it also tops the chart among developed regions with a Gini Coefficient of 0.537
in 2012. On the other hand, the cost of living in Hong Kong continues to increase, making it one of the ten most
expensive cities to live in, according to a recent study by The Economist Intelligence Unit. Hong Kong's poverty
issue becomes increasingly visible. As future leaders, it is important for today’s youth to investigate the issue and
recommend possible solutions to the problem. Therefore, we have adopted ‘Poverty and Social Equity’ as the
study theme this year.
Features of the School
Through intensive on-campus and off-campus training, the School will provide participants with:
An opportunity to learn from distinguished leaders and international experts on the poverty issue
A first-hand experience into the lives of the poor and exposure to real problems in society
A global elite exchange platform for outstanding students in social participation from different regions
A place where youth talents join together and become changemakers to advocate for the
underprivileged
A valuable campus experience in a world-class university with a certificate issued by the Federation
and the University
Pov
An early glance of university life for advanced learners and opportunities for networking with
university members
Global
Youth
Talents
Renowned
guest
speakers
World-class
university
experience
Global elite
exchange
platform
Changes to
Global
Societies
Recollections of Past Participants
Young leaders who participated in the School in previous years recollect their fruitful experiences as follows:
Yuki YUE,
International School of
Beijing (Mainland China)
(2013 participant)
Kanika BALI ,
The International School
Bangalore (2011 participant)
BBA at The University of Hong
Kong
The School provided the greatest
opportunity to enhance whole-person
development, way beyond just gaining
leadership abilities. I left the School
fully inspired, knowing that every
single individual can improve lives and
bring smiles to others. Just BELIEVE in
yourself.
The School has broadened my
horizons on the problems of poverty
and social inequality in society. With
my passion in business innovation,
I am determined to apply my
business knowledge to get the
community connected in the journey
of being a social entrepreneur.
Allison YIM,
St. Paul’s Co-educational
College (2011 participant)
Alexander Lucien WANG,
King George V School
(2011 participant)
BBA (International Business
and Global Management) at
The University of Hong Kong
Magdalen College of The
University of Oxford
The School was full of fun and exciting
learning experiences, from inspiring
talks to captivating workshops.
The School gave me an opportunity
not only to have a taste of my
dream university, but also the
chance to swiftly adapt to the
University's lifestyle and culture in
my first year at HKU.
E xc u r s i o n t r i p s a n d e x p e r i e n t i a l
learning activities throughout the
School strengthened my understanding
of social problems and reinforced my
endeavour to serve the community.
I am further committed to perfect my
leadership and communication skills.
Quick Facts about the School
800
779
656
YES
93%
93% of the 2014
participants indicated
that they would
recommend their
friends to join the
School in 2015
verty
600
546
412
400
292
200
0
2010 2011
2012 2013 2014
A total of 779 students from over 20
different countries/ regions* have
participated in the School over the
past 7 years.
*Countries and regions include: Australia,
Canada, Mainland China, France, Hong
Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea,
Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand,
Pakistan, The Philippines, Singapore,
Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, UK and USA
No. of accumulated participants
Distinguished guest speakers invited previously include:
Mrs. Carrie LAM
Chief Secretary for
Administration of the
HKSAR Government
(then Secretary for
Development)
Dr. Stephen
FISHER
Ms. Rebecca
SWEETMAN
Director General of
Oxfam Hong Kong
Founding Director
of the Paradigm
Shift Project
Dr. LAW Chi-kwong
Mr. David BEGBIE
Chairperson of the
Community Care Fund
Director, Global Village Life
X-perience, Crossroads
International
Course Duration
From July 31 st , 2015 (Friday) to August 8 th , 2015
(Saturday)
Full attendance is mandatory for the 9-day-8-night
programme. Shared-room accommodation in the
University dormitory is provided.
Number of Participants
120 local, Mainland and overseas students
Medium of Instruction
English*
* Some activities will be conducted in Chinese supplemented by
English
Eligibility
For further details, please refer to the website of the School at
l21.hkfyg.org.hk/ssel.
Certificates
Upon fulfilment of all course requirements, participants
will be awarded a Certificate of Completion issued
jointly by The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups
and The University of Hong Kong.
Application Method
An online application form is available at
l21.hkfyg.org.hk/ssel.
Application Deadline
6:00p.m., Friday, May 29th, 2015
(Hong Kong Time)
S.3 – S.6 student leaders, or equivalent, in the
2014/15 academic year
Enquiry
Proven track record in social innovation/
advocacy (preferably related to poverty
alleviation)
Leadership 21
Demonstrated leadership abilities and positions
held in extra-curricular activities
Exemplary conduct and outstanding academic
performance
The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups
Unit 6, G/F, The Centre, 99 Queen’s Road Central, Hong
Kong
Tel : (852) 2169 0255
Fax : (852) 2169 0603
E-mail : [email protected]
Course Fee
Website : leadership21.hkfyg.org.hk
HK$8,800* which includes FULL BOARD AND
LODGING at The University of Hong Kong
* Additional costs will be incurred for prolonged stay by students
from outside Hong Kong, if applicable.
Grants and Scholarships
Grants:
Participants in financial need may apply for partial or
full fee waiver following nomination by local secondary
school teachers.
Outstanding Student Scholarships:
Any local, Mainland or overseas students with
outstanding records are welcome to apply following
nomination by school teachers.
Official Website:
The HKFYG App: