Satyarthi Summer School

The Satyarthi Summer School is a three-week, immersive, in-person learning experience designed to nurture young leaders. It brings together participants from diverse backgrounds to explore  leadership, systems change, and social impact through the lens of compassion.

Through the programme participants will explore how Compassion can be applied as a practical tool for problem solving and transformative change in grassroots communities and the world at large.

The Satyarthi Summer School will be held from 22nd June to 12th July. The Opening Ceremony will be held on 22 June and the Closing Ceremony on 12 July.

The programme is fully in-person and spans three weeks, combining interactive sessions, workshops, field immersions, and collaborative compassionate action projects.

The programme is open to young individuals aged 18-25 from diverse backgrounds who are committed to leadership, social impact, and positive change.

International participants: USD 500 Indian participants: INR 47,000

The programme fee is all-inclusive, contributing towards program related expenses including but not limited to accommodation, meals, information, education, and communication materials as well as local and intercity travel for field and community visits.

Need-based financial aid available for participants who require financial support. We recognize that each applicant’s financial situation is unique, so we consider factors such as family income, savings, and access to financial resources while assessing support needs.

Our aim is to ensure that financial constraints do not prevent passionate and deserving individuals from participating in the Satyarthi Summer School.

Applications will be reviewed between 30th April and 14th May. Shortlisted candidates will be evaluated based on their leadership potential, commitment to social change, and alignment with SMGC’s values.

Offer letters will be rolled out by 15th May.

Yes, selected international participants will receive required documents for visa applications and onboarding between 15th May and 15th June.

Each day includes a mix of interactive learning sessions, group discussions, leadership workshops, and hands-on field experiences. Participants will also engage in collaborative projects and reflection exercises.

Applications can be submitted through the official application portal (link to be provided when applications open).

• Mentorship session with  Kailash Satyarthi
• Apply the Compassion Framework to real world problems
• Solve urgent social issues in practice not just theory 
• Create powerful stories that move people and spark change
• Network with a global cohort of like minded peers
• Lead with 3 Ds Dream big and better, Discover your inner power and outside opportunities, and Do what it takes to act NOW

This month long experience includes workshops, field immersions, storytelling exercises, systems thinking training, and interactive sessions with thought leaders from across the world.

No. Participants will not receive any incentive, honorarium, or stipend for attending the programme.

Yes. Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion at the closing ceremony.

Unfortunately, no. As this is a highly selective programme, selected participants cannot nominate a replacement if they are unable to attend. Any interested individual would need to apply through the standard application and selection process.

No. Prior work experience is not required. We encourage applications from individuals across diverse backgrounds who show potential, passion, and a commitment to creating positive change.

Participants will be provided with shared residential accommodation for the duration of the Summer School, with all meals included. Detailed accommodation information will be shared closer to the programme date.

Yes. Since this is a residential programme, participants are expected to attend all sessions, and 100% attendance is mandatory throughout the programme.

Participants will get the opportunity to visit SMGC’s grassroot projects in different contexts and settings. They will also interact extensively with community members, survivor leaders and changemakers who have led grassroot transformation.

Yes. During the three-week immersive learning experience, participants will have the opportunity to work on Compassionate Action Projects in partnership with communities.

Yes. After completing the three-week in-person Summer School programme, participants become part of the Satyarthi Youth Network, where they continue to engage with community leaders and work collaboratively on their Compassionate Action Projects.

For any queries, please feel free to reach out to the Satyarthi Summer School Team at summerschool@satyarthimovement.org.