Call for Applications: Aspire Leaders Program 2026

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About Aspire Institute

The Aspire Leaders Program 2026 is a fully funded, 9-week online leadership program launched by the Aspire Institute. It aims to help students discover their abilities, strengthen their professional skills, and grow into impactful leaders. The program guides participants through a dynamic learning experience, including engaging masterclasses taught by renowned faculty, collaborative discussions with a diverse international cohort, and opportunities for mentorship and financial support. Through this immersive experience, emerging leaders gain the confidence and tools they need to make meaningful contributions to their communities

• Sponsor Organisation: Aspire Institute

Benefits of Aspire Institute

Personal and Professional Development: The program is designed to help participants develop key leadership skills by fostering essential leadership qualities, including:

• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Strategic communication and effective collaboration
• Navigating complex situations and making sound, ethical decisions
• Leading with empathy, purpose, and integrity

Build a Global Network: Participants will have the opportunity to connect with a diverse cohort of like-minded students from across the globe who share similar backgrounds and aspirations. The program facilitates:

• A supportive community where participants can share challenges, experiences, and successes
• Collaborative learning opportunities through peer-to-peer interaction
• The potential to form lifelong professional and personal connections that can be valuable throughout their careers​​​​​
• Resume and Portfolio building: The program equips participants with the tools and techniques to make them stand out in the job market. This includes:
• Developing valuable skills that will be recognised by employers
• Gaining hands-on experience that strengthens their professional portfolio

Free Access to Harvard Study Modules: Participants will be granted exclusive access to Harvard's career-ready materials and other valuable resources, helping them gain an edge in their professional development.

Live Interactive Masterclasses: Virtual sessions will be conducted by renowned faculty members from Harvard University and other world-class institutions, offering participants access to top-tier academic knowledge and expertise.

Certificate of Completion: Upon successful completion of the two modules, participants will receive a certificate of completion signed by Harvard faculty.

Grant and Mentorship Opportunities: Participants can apply for seed funding, academic grants and other scholarships of up to INR 1,00,000 to launch initiatives that have the potential to create a positive social impact in their communities or regions. To be eligible for this funding, students must submit a project proposal outlining their initiative and also complete the Aspire Leaders Program.

Aspire Institute Requirements

• Applicants must fall under the age group of 18 to 29 years
• Open to students from limited-income households or all first-generation students
• Participants who are enrolled in or have completed any college program from any field of study are eligible

Application Date and Process

• Click on the link to the application website to apply.

Application Deadline

13 April, 2026

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