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HISA Youth Fellowship 2025 Event Report
The HISA Youth Fellowship 2025 was successfully hosted from August 23–26, 2025, at the prestigious University of Oxford, United Kingdom. Organized by the Headway Institute of Strategic Alliance (HISA), the fellowship brought together a diverse cohort of emerging youth leaders, policymakers, digital changemakers, and advocates for sustainability and ethical governance.
Under the central theme of “Policy Making | Elevating Voices | Climate Change & AI in the Digital Era,” the fellowship provided a transformative platform for cross-cultural collaboration, capacity building, and policy innovation.
Organized by:
Headway Institute of Strategic Alliance
Event:
Future Diplomats Forum (FDF) 2025
Dates:
April 3–6, 2025
Location:
Washington, D.C., USA
Organized by:
Headway Institute of Strategic Alliance
Event:
HISA Youth Fellowship (HYF) 2025
Dates:
August 23–26, 2025
Location:
University of Oxford, United Kingdom
How Delegates Joined
Four Participation Categories
Fully Funded
$16.50
- Round Trip Air Tickets
- Exclusive Invitation Letter
- Shared Accommodation
- Forum Access
- Congress & Think Tanks Visit
- Forum Meals Only & Merchandise
- Be an International Speaker
- Get Certification from US Institute
Invitation Letter
$120
- Exclusive Invitation Letter
- Opportunity to Upgrade
- Visa Support / Assistance
Perfect for participants seeking installments and potential upgrades! You can request your invitation letter, and if you upgrade later, a total of $150 will be adjusted into your balance to upgrade into a self-funded category.
Self Funded
$1,350
- Exclusive Invitation Letter
- Shared Accommodation
- Forum Access
- Congress & Think Tanks Visit
- Forum Meals Only & Merchandise
- Be an International Speaker
- Get Certification from US Institute
Forum Access
$699
- Forum Access
- Congress & Think Tanks Visit
- Forum Meals Only & Merchandise
- Be an International Speaker
- Get Certification from US Institute
Day-by-Day Report
Program Highlights
- August 24, 2025
- Arrivals and hotel check-ins
- Media interviews and delegate photoshoot
- Welcome Speech & Opening Address by Habib Toor, Event Director
- Delegates Introductory Session
- Session on “The Importance of Connectivity and Cultural Intelligence”
- Networking Dinner to kick off the fellowship with global connections
Arrivals and hotel check-ins
Media interviews and delegate photoshoot
Welcome Speech & Opening Address by Habib Toor, Event Director
Delegates Introductory Session
Session on “The Importance of Connectivity and Cultural Intelligence”
Networking Dinner to kick off the fellowship with global connections
- August 24, 2025
- Breakfast and morning refreshments led by moderator
- Youth Statements (Group A) presentation
- International Dialogue:
- “Redefining Global Leadership: The Role of Youth in Shaping 21st-Century Diplomacy” Panelists:
- Abdullah Alsaad
- Destin Manariyo
- Maria Doris Kolle
- Cherihane Elhosseini
- Lunch and informal discussions
- Masterclass: “Digital Transformation & AI Governance” by Mahuran
- Youth Statements (Group B) presentation
- Media Activity & closing of Day 2
Arrivals and hotel check-ins
Media interviews and delegate photoshoot
Welcome Speech & Opening Address by Habib Toor, Event Director
Delegates Introductory Session
Session on “The Importance of Connectivity and Cultural Intelligence”
Networking Dinner to kick off the fellowship with global connections
- August 25, 2025
- Breakfast and Ice-Breaker session
- Youth Statements (Remaining Groups)
- Masterclass: “Content Creation in the Digital Era” by Ahmed Maknine
- Lunch and community reflections
- Oxford City Walk Tour – Exploring the historic university town
- Break for cultural/formal dress preparations
- Graduation Ceremony and Group Pictures in official/cultural attire
- August 26, 2025
- Breakfast and hotel check-outs
Outcomes and Impact
Turning Participation Into Progress
- Global youth presented diverse Youth Statements on diplomacy, digital transformation, and sustainability
- Strengthened cross-cultural networks among 100+ emerging leaders
- Enhanced understanding of AI governance, ethical leadership, and global policy engagement
- Increased visibility for youth-led solutions in the realms of climate action and digital innovation
- Delegates reported a significant boost in confidence, cultural intelligence, and international cooperation skills
- The fellowship strengthened the presence of youth voices in global policy conversations
- HISA Youth Fellowship 2025 amplified global awareness on ethical tech governance, climate resilience, and the need for inclusive leadership models
linkedin testimonials
Voices of Future Diplomats
Hear from HYF 2025 participants as they share how the forum expanded their perspectives, strengthened leadership skills, and built meaningful global connections.
Destin MANARIYO
Founder/CEO of IGIS
Amal Tatay
Business Analytics & Marketing Student
Roumaissa Khadidja MOSBAH
Creative English Teacher | TEFL-Certified | Curriculum Developer
Rauf Hasanzade
Student at International Maarif Schools Of Bucharest
Remus Sabadas
International Relations PhD Student
Lord Justice Okanta Kumi
Multidisciplinary Project Manager
Kofi Gyau-Kyereh
Youth Diplomat
Suvethasree P U
ASU Learning Enterprise
Gabriela Williams
International Relations Concentration
Jaeda McDonald
Future Diplomats Forum Delegate
Kateryna Ostrovska
MD, Lean Green Belt
Conclusion
The HISA Youth Fellowship 2025 empowered young leaders through academic learning, practical experiences, and intercultural exchange. The program advanced HISA’s mission to develop future policymakers and global citizens, with thanks to all delegates, speakers, partners, and volunteers who contributed to its success.