ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Harvard Youth Lead the Change
Harvard Youth Leadership Conference, conducted by Harvard mentors, aims to empower high school students like you, transforming them into confident problem-solvers, collaborators, and communicators who will be poised to address global challenges and lead the change of tomorrow.
Harvard Youth Lead The Change Winter 2024
Harvard Youth Leadership Conference 2023
Program Outline
Know your Harvard Mentors
Harvard Youth Lead the Change is led by Harvard undergraduate students who are leaders in their own communities. Differentiating this program are the student teachers and their youthful perspective on leadership development. Reliable and relatable, the teachers serve as advisors and friends to the students, breaking down intimidating age-based authority structures.
With tremendous enthusiasm for both teaching and learning, the teaching team constantly learns from the students, adapts to their interests and needs, and builds lasting relationships that continue after the program through formal and informal mentorship opportunities.






Why Should You Join?
Dates and Fees
2 Batches available in 2025
Students enrolling in the program must complete the application process to secure their spot. Program dates are scheduled in advance, and all details will be provided upon registration.
Testimonials
Words from those Who Took the Course (And Loved it)
Ready to take your education to the next level? Look no further than the HYLC program! Happening for the 5th time, our program offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with students from all over the world and gain valuable knowledge and insights. Plus, our expert mentors are here to guide you every step of the way.
Natalia Cárdenas
Mateo Velarde
Anshuman Satish
Mahmoud Fathallah
Manha Shamsudheen
Saumiya Vaidya
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Program about?
This program features a curriculum designed by the professors of
Harvard Business School, Harvard Education School, and Harvard School of Law, and is delivered by
Harvard students. It is designed to empower students, unleashing their leadership potential while
they create actionable solutions for global challenges. Throughout the 4-day course, participants
collaborate in teams to gain insights into global issues and formulate social change projects to
tackle them.
Who are my mentors?
Our team of instructors/mentors comprises current Harvard University undergraduates who are
carefully trained before taking on their roles.
What can I expect to gain from participating in the program?
Participants after completing the program successfully will receive a certificate from The
Leadership Institute of Harvard College and one year of mentorship from the Harvard mentors.
What can I expect on the day of the presentation?
On the program’s final day, students collaborate in teams to present their social change projects to
an audience of approximately 200 individuals. We extend invitations to students’ parents, school
principals, counsellors, members of the press, and distinguished guests to participate in this
event. Additionally, we livestream the proceedings on Facebook and YouTube for those joining us
online.
Could you give me information regarding the social change initiative I'm supposed to participate in?
Students will form groups to undertake a social change project aimed at delivering practical
solutions to global challenges. The scope of these projects is broad, across diverse domains such as
mental health and the welfare of animals.