Program Overview
The Hitachi Young Leaders Initiative (HYLI) 2026 is a prestigious leadership summit that convenes top-tier university students from eight Asian nations. The program focuses on fostering future leaders by engaging them in high-level discussions, expert-led forums, and practical workshops centered on the critical challenges of sustainability in Asia.
Key Information
- Host Institution: Hitachi & Publicis Groupe Philippines
- Location: Cebu, Philippines
- Study Level: Undergraduate & Graduate Student Leadership Program
- Funding Status: Fully Funded
Program Benefits and Coverage
The HYLI 2026 program is Fully Funded, ensuring all participants can attend without financial barriers:
- Travel: All travel expenses to and from the event location are covered.
- Accommodation: Full accommodation is provided for the duration of the summit.
- Participation: All event fees and costs associated with attendance are covered.
- Development: Access to expert-led forums, impactful field visits, practical workshops, and cultural exchange opportunities.
- Influence: Opportunity to present solutions and policy recommendations on sustainability challenges directly to senior leaders.
Eligibility
- Nationality/Residency: Students must be from one of the following countries: Japan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, or Vietnam.
- Representation: Up to four delegates will be selected per eligible country.
- Commitment: Must be available and able to attend both the mandatory online pre-conference sessions and the main in-person event.
Application Timeline
- Application Deadline: 28 November 2025
- Program Dates: 24–29 May 2026
