The Harvard Youth Lead the Change is a prestigious and highly selective three-day leadership workshop taught by experienced Harvard mentors during which students will be asked to tackle complex social issues and learn leadership through numerous experiential modules.
Beyond traditional leadership teachings, our workshop delves deep into comprehensive soft skill development, refining skills like effective communication, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence. Connect with peers, Harvard undergraduates, and industry professionals, laying the groundwork for lifelong success.
On completion, students get a Certificate of Achievement from Harvard Youth Lead the Change, signed by the Harvard Mentors.
9th - 11th Jan 2026 | Timing - 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Chitkara University, Punjab
Grades 8-12
Rs. 12000 (Inclusive of GST) 
Residential Program
Deadline: 4th January, 2026
To join the program, high school students will have to fill out an application form & are selected based on the quality of their responses.
The course offers a unique 3-day immersive experience where students participate in various activities and sessions designed to enhance their leadership skills and knowledge.
Led by Harvard youth leaders, this workshop offer hands-on leadership guidance through a tailored curriculum covering all aspects of modern leadership and project management.
Guided by Harvard mentors, you'll transform ideas into action with community projects, elevating your college portfolio and showcasing your commitment to positive change.
The program has garnered immense global demand, having been hosted in various prestigious locations around the world.
We prioritize hands-on, interactive activities that transcend traditional rote learning, immersing students in real-world scenarios that challenge and inspire.
Our curriculum is rooted in team-based projects, fostering a collaborative environment where students harness the power of collective intelligence to address pressing challenges.
Through our learner-centric approach, we design activities that not only engage but also stimulate critical thinking, empowering students to analyze, innovate, and lead with confidence and vision.
My child truly grew at the camp. The hands- on projects and teamwork were invaluable. Their newfound confidence is evident.
Samirea, Parent, YLC”23
Doctor of Education Leadership candidate
Originally from North Carolina, USA, Chassity K. Coston is a second-year Doctor of Education Leadership candidate at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. At Harvard, Chassity is also a teaching fellow, aspiring teacher mentor, and a member of the Harvard Marching Band Color Guard. Prior to Harvard, Chassity was a teacher and principal in Mongolia, Kuwait, North Carolina, and Massachusetts.
Chassity founded an educational consulting firm, TBP, LLC, to mentor educators & aspiring educational leaders, and also wrote about some of her experiences in her blog, The Bossy Principal. In her spare time, Chassity loves to dance, travel, attend sporting & social events, and spend time with her sassy Shih-Poo named Sasha. Chassity looks forward to meeting and learning from each of you!
Conc. in Economics & Statistics
Kate Vandermel is a senior in Eliot House from Northern New Jersey. Academically, she is concentrating in Economics and Statistics, with a secondary in Media. On campus, Kate has served on the teams of the The Harvard Crimson Business Board, Harvard Investment Association, and conducted research for the Harvard Kennedy School of Government and Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study.
She has also performed with Harvard College Opera Society, the Drama Club, and the Jazz Combo. She has experiences in technology and entrepreneurship, investment management, and media.
Harvard Graduate School of Education (Ed.M ’25)
Safiya Hasan is a community organizer, entrepreneur, and aspiring educator. Her passions, both professional and personal, center strategic social innovation as it relates to building successful communities and companies. Safiya has years of experience community organizing for various organizations serving marginalized youth groups across North America.
She is a graduate from the Harvard Graduate School of Education (Ed.M ’25) and the University of Virginia (BS.Ed ’24). Safiya is originally from Hyderabad, India and is born and raised in the United States. In her extracurricular time, Safiya enjoys immersing herself in Urdu, Hindi, Arabic, Farsi, and English poetry/ghazals/qawalis. She is also an avid bullet journaler, Bollywood-enthusiast, and outdoors advocate!
At the Harvard Youth Lead the Change, we believe in the power of hands-on experience.
Gone are the days of monotonous rote learning. Here, we immerse our students in a dynamic learning environment interactive activities and team exercises.
We delve deep into real-world case studies, encouraging students to analyze challenges and strategize solutions.
Students are not passive learners; they actively engage, solve problems, and make decisions in their education.
Case studies bridge theory and real-world application, enabling students to apply classroom knowledge to practical scenarios.
Beyond comprehension, case studies involve analysis, solutions, and informed decision-making, honing critical and problem-solving skills.
Often a group activity, case studies promote collaboration, effective communication, and teamwork.
Through these studies, students step into real-world challenges, prepping them for future leadership positions.
In the real world, not everything is black and white. Case studies, often without clear solutions, teach students to navigate gray areas with poise.
During this unique hands-on workshop, you will be staying at the Chitkara University campus in Punjab, 30 kms from Chandigarh Airport, which is one of the top-rated campuses in the country.
During this unique hands-on workshop, you will be staying at the Chitkara University campus in Punjab, 30 kms from Chandigarh Airport, which is one of the top-rated campuses in the country.
www.chitkara.edu.in/harvard/
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