Hitachi is once again back with its 18th edition of the Hitachi Young Leaders Initiative 2026, scheduled to take place in Cebu, one of the dynamic cities of the Philippines, from May 24-29, 2026. A fully funded leadership program organized by Hitachi is calling for applications from Asia’s brightest students. The programme serves as a unique platform where outstanding leaders from 8 Asian countries will gather to exchange ideas and engage in a powerful conversation with government officials, academia, business leaders, and beyond. Students who are currently pursuing their undergraduate degree program, regardless of their academic background, are invited to apply.
This year, the leaders’ initiative revolves around an exciting theme, “FLOW AS ONE: What’s next for a sustainable future?” that focuses on building innovative solutions for the region’s most pressing challenges. The programme will select up to 4 delegates per country. A total of 32 brightest students from 8 countries will be selected under this programme. The duration of the Young Leaders Initiative is 6 days. The selected participants will experience interactive workshops, expert-led forums, and cultural events, followed by immersive site visits.
Hitachi covers all the costs of paricipants related to the program. The coverage includes Travel, Accommodation, costs of participation, and more. The applications are currently open; all interested applicants need to submit their applications before November 28, 2025. Read more details about the program below.
Details About Hitachi Young Leaders Programme 2026
- Programme by: Hitachi
- Location: Cebu, Philippines
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Duration: 6 Days
- Dates: May 24-29, 2026
- Application Deadline: November 28, 2025
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Programme objective
The objective of the Hitachi Young Leaders Initiative is to provide delegates with a deeper understanding of global and regional issues, foster collaboration among Asian leaders, and promote cultural exchange.
Coverage
The host organization covers all the costs related to the programme, which includes:
- Round-trip air travel costs
- Accommodation
- Participation Costs
Eligible Countries
Applicants from the following 8 Asian countries are invited to apply:
- Thailand, Singapore, Japan, Vietnam, Malaysia, Myanmar, Indonesia, and the Philippines
Eligiblity Criteria
- Students from the above-mentioned countries can apply
- Students currenly pursuing an undergraduate degree program in any field of study
- Demonstrate leadership potential
- Actively involved in community work
- Possess excellent academic achievements
- Passion to bring positive change in their communities and beyond
Selection Criteria
The applications are evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Applicant’s academic achievements
- Communication & interpersonal skills
- Leadership potentiation
- Passion to bring a positive impact in communities
- Interview
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How to Apply?
The application process to apply for the Hitachi Young Leaders Initiative (HYLI) is online. Access the online application form, upload all required documents, and submit your application. For more details and to apply, visit the official link below. Best of Luck!
APPLY FOR 2026 HITACHI YOUNG LEADERS INITIATIVE
