About ys
Theme of selected
sustainable development goals (SDG)
Event Highlights
Changemaker Workshop
Equip delegates with practical skills and to enable them to realize ideas into actions
- Project management
- Entrepreneurial thinking
- Business model creation
- Stakeholder analysis
- Financial feasibility
Lab Space
For brainstorming, ideation and execution
- Delegates work in teams of 7-8 to come up with project proposal
- Each group lead by 2-3 university students (AIESEC leaders), who serve as the peer mentors for the students in the group
Exhibition
For delegates to showcase and pitch their project ideas to the judges and general public; also receive critical feedback on improving the ideas
Outstanding talents will be provided with mentorship opportunities and support to pursue their ideas post-event
Self-discovery
Facilitate delegates’ personal development through self exploration and youth story sharing
Delegates being aware of how their past experiences shape who they are today and are eager to explore their own possibilities in life
Community Understanding
Cultivate delegates’ attitude and behavioural changes to drive social change
Delegates are empowered and ready to bring positive change to the community
External Sharing
Field Trip visit to NGOs building delegates’ knowledge on current problems, solutions, and projects of the focused SDG in HK
Youth Speak Human Library inviting entrepreneurs and impact-makers to share their stories
Event Flow of YS24
200+ F.5 to F.6 students would be separated into homegroups that are led by students from more than 6 local universities.
Delegation is divided into three tracks, with each track designed around a social issue. Participants undergo design thinking training to map out pain points of stakeholders affected by the social issue.
Delegation participated in self exploration session, where they are able to look into their past and consolidate their learning.
Participants ideate and present their ideas at public showcasing to the public and panelists.
Delegation participated reflect on their plans for the future and what they really want for their lives.
Throughout the event, participants also have panel discussions and leadership sessions to gain self-discovery and find their unique positioning in our society.