Moonshot Young Leaders Camp

Holistic accelerator for the next generation of change-makers.
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The camp brings together 100 young, purpose-driven leaders and expert mentors from around the globe for a transformative gathering that nurtures innovation and collaboration, all while addressing complex global challenges.

Submit your application How to apply

The application process for the Moonshot Young Leaders camp in the Czech Republic 2024 has now concluded, and results will be communicated by June 18, 2024.The final Moonshot Awards deadline is September 6, kindly note that the application process may close early if capacity is reached.

Benefits of attending

Alongside direct mentorship from global leaders and hands-on leadership workshops, you’ll experience a unique environment that nurtures both your project and your personal growth, setting you apart in the world of social innovation.

Transformational Growth

Empowering young leaders to unleash their potential for positive change.

Global Network

Connecting diverse minds, fostering collaboration, and creating a powerful network of changemakers.

Safe Space

Nurturing authenticity, vulnerability, and open dialogue to foster meaningful connections.

Accelerating Projects

Young leaders and CEOs team up to drive tangible change in communities worldwide.

About Camp

We've designed an immersive learning journey for young leaders and their mentors that guides you from the foundational principles of leadership through to the practical development of impactful social ventures.

By creating immersive classrooms in art galleries, museums, and festivals, we encourage thought-provoking conversations and sensory experiences that unleash the creativity of our young leaders. They passionately ideate and develop projects with the potential to effect profound positive change in their communities and beyond.

Main program activities

The camp program encompasses five distinct types of learning experiences, each tailored to different needs, talents, skills, and levels of introspection.

Thought-Provoking Seminars

Engage in circular seated discussions centered around readings from thought-provoking authors, fostering a deeper understanding of complex topics.

Embodied Leadership Workshops

Inspired by Yemi A.D.'s philosophy that "Knowledge is just a rumor until it lives in the body," these workshops integrate practical exercises that encourage leaders to embody their knowledge authentically.

Small Groups

Teams of 2-3 young leaders and a mentor collaborate to discuss their social ventures, identifying strategies to overcome obstacles they face.

Keynotes & Panels

Participate in interactive discussions at the New York stage of the Melting Pot conference, an event open to guests of the Colours of Ostrava music festival, where ideas meet diverse perspectives.

Calibrations

Dive into inner work with the guidance of experts in mind, body, and soul, including breath-work, sound-healing, movement, body language, and more, to align and enhance personal well-being.

Campers Speak Out

Hear directly from the last cohort of Moonshotters who convened in Massachusetts for the inaugural Moonshot Young Leaders Camp in 2023. Listen to their candid testimonials and learn about their transformative experiences.

Venues

The spaces where Moonshot hosts its learning experiences are a vital and integral part of the program's transformative effect. Each location is deliberately chosen to connect with the curriculum, creating unforgettable moments where the subject matter is not only learned but truly experienced. This immersive approach not only enriches learning but also accentuates the unique characters and values of our young participants, making each interaction profoundly personal and impactful.

Prague

Nelahozeves Castle

Lobkowicz Palace

Private learning train to Ostrava

Ostrava

National museum of Argiculture

NYC STAGE / Melting Pot

Colours of Ostrava Festival

Venues

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Prague

Our Young Leaders can reflect and connect with each other at this riverside retreat.

Colors of Ostrava

Our Young Leaders can reflect and connect with each other at this riverside retreat.

Moderators

Moderators, who designed the curriculum, lead thought provoking discussions in the seminar rooms and guide the cohorts through the program.

Yemi A.D.

Founder & CEO, Moonshot Platform Inc.

Tommy Loper

Vice President Enterprise Development, The Aspen Institute

Carla Piñeyro Sublett

Chief Eleveation Architect, Former CMO of IBM, Board member, Henry Crown Fellow

Chris Valeras

Founding Partner at Riverwood Capital, Moonshot Board Member

Ranji Nagaswami

Chief Executive / Investment Officer at leading global asset management firms

Nike Irwin

Managing Director. Civil Society Fellowship

Mentors

Global C-Suite leaders will mentor young social innovators, gaining insights into the significant challenges that the next generation faces. Our collective aim is to enhance leadership skills and advance their social ventures.