ACELS 18 Applications

ACELS 18 APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN!🎉🎉

Join us for a transformative experience at ACELS 18 as we embark on a journey to understand Australia and China relations.

🗓️Mark your calendar: 10th July 2025 - 13th July 2025
📍Location: Beijing
🥂Format: In-person

With only 90 delegate spots available, ACELS 18 offers a rare and powerful opportunity to be part of a tight-knit yet influential cohort of emerging leaders committed to advancing Australia-China relations.

Guided by the theme “Innovating Resilience: Beijing and Beyond”, this summit is a call to action — not just to discuss change, but to reimagine and build resilient futures. Through forward-thinking dialogues, hands-on collaboration, and deep cross-cultural exchange, ACELS 18 brings young people from both countries closer together, exploring new ground between cultures.

The application closes at 23.59 AEST, 15th May 2025.

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🌟What is ACELS 18?
Theme: “Innovating Resilience: Beijing and Beyond” - Embracing change, connecting cultures, and continuously exploring new possibilities through innovation.
Building bridges: Forge lasting connections with like-minded individuals passionate about Australia-China relations.
Empowerment: Gain valuable knowledge, skills, and insights to tackle existing challenges and create impactful solutions.
Explore Beijing: Immerse yourself in the dynamic culture and energy of one of the world’s most vibrant cities.

Eligibility
- Between the ages of 18 and 35
- Demonstrate a keen interest in the Australia-China relationship, whether it be culturally, professionally, or both
- Not limited by nationality or ACYA membership

What is the Application Process?
1. Simply fill in the ACELS 18 Delegate Application Form;
2. If successfully shortlisted, delegates applied before 15th May, 23:59 (AEST) will pay a Summit Fee of $200 AUD. The fee will cover three nights and four days, most meals, and full access to all summit events including networking night.