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INTERNATIONAL YOUTH STEM SUMMIT

(Manchester - United Kingdom 1-6 August 2025)

The International Youth STEM Summit is a premier gathering of high school students aged 13 to 18 from diverse backgrounds and cultures, aimed at fostering global collaboration, innovation, and leadership in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

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Background

With the increasing complexity of global challenges such as climate change, technological ethics, and sustainable development, it is imperative to nurture young minds equipped with the skills and knowledge to address these issues. By combining expert-led sessions, hands-on activities, and cross-cultural collaboration, this summit aims to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders to think critically, communicate effectively, and work collaboratively.

Held over six days, the summit features a blend of thought-provoking lectures, interactive workshops, cultural exchanges, and real-world STEM challenges designed to empower participants with the tools to innovate and lead in an increasingly interconnected world.

Objectives

The International Youth STEM Summit aims to:

Promote STEM literacy and innovation

Introduce participants to current trends, challenges, and opportunities in STEM fields through expert lectures and interactive sessions.

Foster global collaboration

Encourage participants from different countries and cultures to work together, share perspectives, and develop solutions to global STEM challenges.

Enhance communication skills

Provide training and opportunities for participants to refine their public speaking, presentation, and critical thinking skills in a STEM context.

Inspire cultural appreciation and exchange

Celebrate cultural diversity and foster mutual understanding through activities like Cultural Night and the Day Trip.

Empower youth leadership

Equip participants with problem-solving and leadership skills needed to address real-world issues through the STEM Youth Challenge.

Expected Outcomes

By the end of the summit, participants will:

Gain a deeper understanding of pressing global STEM issues and their applications in real-world contexts.
Develop critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving skills by working in diverse teams on case studies.
Enhance their ability to communicate scientific ideas effectively through public speaking and presentation workshops.
Build lasting connections with peers, mentors, and STEM professionals from around the world.
Appreciate the value of cultural diversity and global collaboration in addressing shared challenges.
Leave with increased confidence and motivation to pursue further studies and careers in STEM-related fields.

Participants

The summit is open to high school students aged 13 to 18 with a passion for STEM, innovation, and global collaboration.

Rundown

Day 1: Arrival

Morning: Arrival of participants at the designated location.
Afternoon: Hotel check-in and registration.
Evening:
- Welcome dinner.
- Ice-breaking activities to build connections among participants.

Day 2: Opening Ceremony & STEM Exploration

Morning:
- Opening Ceremony:
  - Welcome speech by the organizer.
  - Inspirational keynote address by a prominent STEM leader/scholar.
- Public Lecture 1: “Current Issues in STEM” by a renowned speaker.
Afternoon:
- STEM Exploration:
  - Visit to a science museum or interactive STEM exhibits.
  - Guided discussions to connect museum insights with current STEM challenges.
Evening:
- Group reflection and recap session.
- Networking time for participants.

Day 3: Communication & Museum Immersion

Morning:
- Workshop: “Public Speaking in STEM”
  - Hands-on activities to improve presentation and communication skills.
- Small group practice sessions.
Afternoon:
- STEM Museum Challenge:
  - Collaborative activity where participants solve a museum-related STEM puzzle or problem.
Evening:
- Introduction to the STEM Youth Challenge:
  - Participants are divided into groups of 4–5 people.

Day 4: STEM Youth Challenge & Cultural Night

Morning:
- Case studies are distributed.
- Teams begin brainstorming solutions.
- Teams discussing the potential solutions
- Teams preparing presentation
Afternoon:
- Presentation session:
  - Each team presents their proposed solution to a panel of judges.
  - Feedback and discussions on the proposed solutions.
Evening:
- Cultural Night:
  - Showcase of traditional performances by participants or invited performers.
  - Cultural exchange activities and food sampling.

Day 5: Day Trip & Closing Ceremony

Morning to Afternoon:
- Day Trip:
  - Visit a significant STEM-related site or a local cultural landmark.
  - Group activities to explore real-world STEM applications.
Evening:
- Closing Ceremony:
  - Announcement of the best team from the STEM Youth Challenge.
  - Distribution of participation certificates and awards.
  - Closing remarks by organizers and a farewell message.

Day 6: Departure

Morning:
- Departure of participants

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