YCP

For Highschool Students: Young Changemakers Programme

About

The Young Changemakers Programme stands out by making students live through the scenario, instead of providing hypothetical problems on a piece of paper or learning about social issues from a textbook. The participants are immersed as they witness the challenges faced by the community living in underprivileged areas first-hand.

Explore Tribal Areas

Get an opportunity to explore real tribal villages, tucked away from the masses.

Identify Challenges

Observe and identify key challenges faced by the individuals, while respecting the nuances.

Cultural Awareness

Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Indian tribes, and learn about the lives of millions.

Develop Leadership

Be a leader of tomorrow by tackling real social challenges of our nation.

Co-Pilot Practical & Sustainable Solutions

Collaborate with the villagers to generate practical and sustainable solutions, and seize the opportunity to implement them with the assistance of IIM Ranchi.

Learn more about the third edition of Young Changemakers Programme 3.0: The Impact Edition

Rural Immersion Bootcamp​

A Rural Immersion Bootcamp is part of the 5-day offline and residential Young Changemakers Programme, for students of class 9-12. It is designed for future leaders passionate about social work, community development, and those who are driven to create a sustainable and long-lasting impact.

This is paper to reality: understand the challenges by witnessing the hurdles faced by underprivileged communities, develop empathy, and hone your leadership skills as you create innovative solutions.

Register Now

Join the transformational journey of the 3rd edition of Young Changemakers Programme (The Impact Edition). Please fill it out promptly as an option to edit won’t be available.

Please keep your SOP ready before filling out the form: How does YCP support your future goals, and what unique value will you bring to the cohort? (Word limit: 200 words)

Plagiarism and/or AI-tools to generate your essay is prohibited and could lead to disqualification.

Definition of Personal Project:
A joint/individual initiative that targets a specific social/sustainability issue through direct action and/or advocacy. The project should have been completed or currently ongoing for at least 90 days as on 30th September, 2024.
For Indian Citizens or OCI: Aadhar Card
For Overseas Candidates: Photo of Passport
(Max: 1 MB)

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility: Grade 9-12 students with minimum English proficiency. Droppers are ineligible.

Supporting Documents: Applicants must be able to provide any required supporting documents, such as but not limited to identification, proof of age, or academic transcripts, as requested by the institute for verification purposes

Commitment to Social Impact: Applicants should demonstrate a genuine interest and commitment to social impact, community service, or related causes.

Important Dates

DateParticulars
15 August, 2024Applications Open
5 October 2024Application Deadline
13 October 2024Round 1: Quiz
October 3rd weekRound 2: Interview
October 4th weekResults for YCP 3.0 Cohort
NovemberOnline Classes
23 – 27 December 20245-day Offline Residential Event

Scholarships

We are committed to making the Young Changemakers Programme accessible to all deserving students, regardless of their financial background. Scholarships will be awarded on a need basis to students who require financial assistance.

Once selected for the programme, students will receive an email asking if they would like to apply for a scholarship. Interested candidates can express their need by replying to this email, after which they will be required to submit proof of income to verify their eligibility for the scholarship.

Our aim is to ensure that no student is denied the opportunity to be a part of this transformative experience due to financial constraints.