Young Leaders and Changemakers Summer Camp
Shape the Future, Lead with Impact
Date
29 Jun 2026 To 03 Jul 2026
(5 Days Programme)
Location
Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (469C Bukit Timah Road Singapore 25977)
Time
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
(Singapore Time)
Price
- Registration Fee: SGD3,625 (till 1 June)
- Early Bird Registration Fee: SGD2,900 (till 4 May)
- Group Registration Fee: For every 3 participants from the same organisation, 1 attends free of charge
Prices are subjected to prevailing GST rate.
Camp Overview
The Young Leaders and Changemakers Summer Camp (YLCSC) returns to Singapore in 2026.
For youths passionate about public policy, governance and social innovation, this immersive experience brings together a global community of curious changemakers.
Live on campus at Asia’s #1 university, tackle real-world projects, go on site visits, and learn from policy experts.
Ready to make your impact?
A Day In The Life
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
✍️ Registration
📝 Programme Overview & Ice Breakers
🇸🇬 Public Policy in Singapore
🍽️ Welcome Lunch & Photo Taking
📢 Communicating Public Policies
🤖 AI and Public Policy
🏡 Return to NUS PGP Residence
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
📝 Introduction to Capstone Project
⚖️ Formulating and Assessing Policy Solutions
🍽️ Lunch with New Friends!
👨🏻💻 Capstone Project: Policy and Innovation – Design Challenge and User Journey Map
🚌 Bus to Site Visit
👷 Site Visit #1
🏡 Return to NUS PGP Residence
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
📝 Capstone Project Discussion
📜 Policy Implementation and Evaluations
🍽️ Lunch
👨🏻💻 Capstone Project: Policy and Innovation – Ideate and Prototype
🚌 Bus to Site Visit
👷 Site Visit #2
🏡 Return to NUS PGP Residence
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
📝 Capstone Project Discussion
🌏 Panel Discussion with Young Leaders and Changemakers from Singapore & Beyond
🍽️ Lunch
👨🏻💻 Capstone Project: Test and Improve
🚌 Bus to Site Visit
👷 Site Visit #3
🏡 Return to NUS PGP Residence
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
📝 Final Preparation of Capstone Project
💬 Keynote Dialogue
🍽️ Lunch
👨🏻💻 Capstone Project Presentations
🏆 Prize Ceremony and Certificate Presentation
🏡 Last Night at NUS PGP Residence!
A Sneak Peek: YLCSC 2025
Why Join?
Exclusive Exposure
Meet policymakers, industry experts & gain insights from the field.
Hands-On Learning
Experience immersive site visits & tackle real-world policy challenges.
University Experience
Stay on NUS campus & experience local student life.
Capstone Project
Apply your learning to solve real-world problems & present to an esteemed judging panel.
Leadership Development
Build critical thinking, leadership & problem-solving skills through case studies & practical exercises.
Global Network
Connect with like-minded youths, professors & future leaders from the region & beyond.
Who Should Apply?
Designed for post-secondary school & tertiary students* keen on governance, leadership, and
global affairs.
- Minimum 16 years old (i.e. born in 2010 or earlier)
- Local: Post Secondary School/Tertiary Students
- Regional & Global: High School/University Students
- Aspiring young leaders and changemakers interested in public policy, governance or social innovation.
What Our Students Say
Why NUS Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy?
Spend your summer in Singapore—a vibrant hub where heritage meets innovation, set against a tropical backdrop. Immerse yourself in world-class learning, connect with global changemakers, and experience the pulse of Asia’s leading policy school.
World-Class Excellence
Ranked 1st in Asia and 8th globally (QS World University Rankings 2026)
A Global Network
Join a thriving community of 3,000+ professionals across 90 countries.
Leading Faculty
Learn from top minds in public policy—8 faculty members are recognised among the top 2% of scientists globally.