Kectil Program to Identify and Nurture Youth in Developing Countries

Kectil Program to Identify and Nurture Youth in Developing Countries

Applications are now open for “Kectil Program” to identify and nurture highly talented youth in developing countries who have the potential to make a positive difference in their communities and countries.

The title “Kectil” refers to the “Knowles Educational and Charitable Trust for International Leadership”.

The goal of this program is to nurture, network, and mentor youth in developing countries who have the potential to be leaders and make a positive difference in their communities, countries and maybe even the world.

Program Categories Web-Based Mentoring Program: Monthly Kectil Talks with Leaders in Science, Business, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Public Service

Assignments & Sharing: Connect with other students on social media (Facebook & Twitter) with facilitated web-based group discussions

Youth Leadership Conference: Intensive Leadership Training, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Workshop, Meetings with Successful Leaders, and Creation of Network of Youth Peers in Developing Countries

Alumni Web-Portal: Maintenance of Network of Youth Peers in Developing Countries, Interaction with New Youth Participants, Availability of Mentorship from Program

Benefits