Deadline: 30th September 2023 | Bringing together the next generation of young social entrepreneurs from across Southeast Asia and Australia to build leadership skills and networks for social impact.
During a three month online program delegates will build knowledge of scalable and sustainable business models, cultural intelligence and innovative start-up and enterprise methodologies. There will be chances to network with industry, academic and government leaders, and hear from innovators and investors tackling the region’s challenges.
Be one of 15 emerging leaders from across ASEAN and Australia, who come together to make connections, build skills and amplify your leadership across our region. In 2024, Australia will commemorate 50 years of ASEAN-Australia relations. A2ELP delegates will have the opportunity to visit Australia and celebrate this historic occasionThe Australia-ASEAN Emerging Leaders Program (A2ELP) is an Australian Government initiative and a flagship program for the Australia-ASEAN Council (AAC), curated and run by Social Good Outpost.
Program Details
A2ELP will run from late January to April 2024.
The program includes a one week visit to Australia. In 2024, Australia will commemorate 50 years of ASEAN-Australia relations. A2ELP delegates will have the opportunity to visit Australia and celebrate this historic occasion.
Participants will gain expertise from leading regional experts, entrepreneurs, government, community leaders and business, plus gain high-level mentoring, access to the alumni network and more.
Indicative Timeline:
- September 2023: Applications open for A2ELP 2024.
- October 2023: Applications close, applicants shortlisted and interviewed.
- November 2023: Delegates chosen. All applicants notified of outcome.
- Late January 2024: A2ELP begins online.
- March 2024: A2ELP in-person (29th Feb Arrival – 8th March Departure) and continues online.
- April 2024: A2ELP 2024 concludes.
Application criteria
- 18 – 35 years old
- Social entrepreneur: Founder or Leader in a social enterprise
- 5 Australian representatives and 10 ASEAN representatives will be chosen: one from each ASEAN country: Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, Philippines, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei
- You must be able to commit to the full program, including online programming and in-person workshops in Australia.
- Must have a current passport with at least 6 months valid post-return to home country.
Find out more and apply at the official link below:
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Apply before 30th September, 2023