“I feel I can help people on a larger scale - it’s not only to help individuals but entire communities, the country, or the world.”
- Munmun

Why Become a Rising Star?

As a Rising Star, you will gain lifelong access to our dynamic, always-evolving Leadership Development programmes and services, ranging from mentorship and education funding to leadership opportunities and a global community of professionals.

About Our Rising Stars

Rising Stars represent diverse backgrounds and interests – we do not restrict or select based on cultural and socioeconomic factors, nor political, religious, or professional affiliations. We invite you to apply if:

  • You identify as female
  • You hold Asian nationality
  • You are at least 18 years old
  • You have completed a 16+ hour Leadership Development Programme at Wedu
  • You are:
    • applying to attend university at the Bachelor’s level within the next year
    • planning to pursue a Master’s or PhD degree in the future
    • currently enrolled in university at any level
    • a young professional focused on professional and career development
  • You demonstrate a deep commitment to working towards social change in your community
  • You are searching for opportunities and resources that support your leadership development

Application Process

Format: Online

Language: English

STEP 1

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

Every year, we have different leadership development programmes to support your growth. If you have not yet completed a leadership development programme at Wedu which contained at least16 hours of training, you can enroll in the Introduction to Leadership course instead (learn more and register below).

STEP 2

RISING STAR APPLICATION

Complete and submit the Rising Star Application Form. Once you complete a leadership development programme at Wedu, you can directly apply to become a Rising Star (learn more and apply below). If you have not yet completed a programme, please complete the Introduction to Leadership course first.

STEP 3

COMMUNITY INTERVIEWS

Once you have completed a leadership programme at Wedu and submitted the Rising Star application form, you will be invited to two interviews with people from our community to share more about your vision and plans. On successfully completing and passing the interviews, you will become a Rising Star!

 

INTRODUCTION TO LEADERSHIP

RISING STAR APPLICATION

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Before applying, check you meet all the eligibility criteria (e.g. completed a Wedu Leadership Development programme)