Moonshot Young Leaders Camp

A holistic accelerator for the next generation of changemakers.
For the fourth time, the camp will bring 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.
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2026
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July 12
Arrivals to Prague
July 13
Arrivals to Prague
July 13
Youth Innovation Summit
July 14
Youth Innovation Summit
July 14
Nelahozeves Castle
July 15
Nelahozeves Castle
July 15
Learning Train to Ostrava
July 16
Learning Train to Ostrava
July 16, 17
Colors of Ostrava
July 17, 18
Colors of Ostrava
July 18
Departures
July 19
Departures

About The 2026 Moonshot Young Leaders Camp

We've designed an immersive learning journey for young leaders and their mentors to guide them through the foundational principles of leadership and 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 debate, learn from each other, and reflect on their experiences. They find new connections and identify resources to develop their projects and meet their potential to effect profound positive change in their communities and beyond.

Moderators

Moderators, who designed the curriculum, lead thought provoking discussions in the seminar rooms and guided the cohorts through the program.
Andrea Piana
CEO of Piana Technologies
Chris Varelas
Founding Partner at Riverwood Capital.
Heather Sonn
Managing Director, Gamiro Investments
Ranji Nagaswami
Chief Executive / Investment Officer at Leading Global Asset Management Firms

Mentors

Global C-Suite leaders mentored young social innovators, and gained insights into the significant challenges that the next generation faces. Our collective aim is to enhance leadership skills and advance their social ventures.
Alexander Braun
Managing Director, SKDK and Moonshot Founding Partner
Andrea Hoffmanová
Deputy Mayor, Ostrava City
Beth Goff- McMillan
CEO, Henry Crown Fellow of Aspen Institute, Advocate
Brett Howley
Senior program manager for the Aspen Challenge
Daniel Snow
Founder, RapTV
Jan Bednar
Shipmonk Founder & Moonshot Board Member
Joshin Raghubar
Chairperson at iKineo Ventures
Kat Fotovat
Senior Official, Secretary's Office of Global Women's Issues, U.S. Department of State
Katie Fitzgerald
Managing director of Aspen Challenge
Kimberly Gramm
Chief Innovation & Entrepreneur Officer, Tulane University
Ondřej Šimetka
Member of the Senate of the Parliament, Head of Obstetrics and Gynecology Department
Radhikaraje Gaekwad
Vice President Maharani Chimnabai Stree Udyogalaya, Trustee Maharaja Fatesingn Museum
Sabrina Pourmand
Member Board of Directors, The Philanthropy Workshop
Shane Ryan MBE
Senior Strategy Advisor to the National lottery community fund, an international consultant
Tokunboh' Ishmael
Managing Partner at Alitheia Capital
Yvonne Campbell
Strategic Business Development & Grantmaking Consultant
Yvonne Hao
COO and CFO of PillPack
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Benefits of attending

Alongside direct mentorship from global leaders and hands-on leadership workshops, our young leaders experience a unique environment that nurtures both their project and their personal growth, setting them 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 create meaningful connections and transformative experiences.
Accelerating Projects
Young leaders and accomplished mentors team up to drive tangible change in communities worldwide.

Main program activities

The camp program encompassed five distinct types of learning experiences, each tailored to different needs, talents, skills, and levels of introspection.
Thought-Provoking Seminars
Our young leader's engaged in circular seated discussions centered around readings from thought-provoking authors and fostered 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 integrated practical exercises that encouraged leaders to embody their knowledge authentically.
Small Groups
Teams of 2-3 young leaders and a mentor collaborated to discuss their social ventures, and identified strategies to overcome obstacles they face.
Keynotes & Panels
Moonshotters participate in interactive discussions in public forums. At the New York stage of the Melting Pot conference, an event open to guests of the Colours of Ostrava music festival, new ideas and diverse perspectives take center stage.
Calibrations
Moonshotters have opportunities to dive into inner work with the guidance of experts in mind, body, and soul. Exercises including breath-work, sound-healing, movement, body language, and more, aim to align and enhance personal well-being.

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
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.

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We help our community through the generous support of our partners and patrons.

The event is held under the under the auspices of Minister of Transport Martin Kupka.
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JAN Bednář
ANDREA Piana
RANJI Nagaswami and BO Hopkins
SHEILA Lirio Marcelo and RON Marcelo
IVANA Tykač
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