Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Summit 2027
The YSEALI Summit 2027 in Singapore will connect 100 ASEAN young leaders with U.S. AI technology and experts to foster innovation, promote U.S.-ASEAN partnerships, and accelerate adoption of American tech solutions in the region.
Funder: U.S. Mission to Singapore
Due Dates: August 5, 2026: Full application submission deadline (applications due)
Funding Amounts: $400,000–$500,000 for a 12–15 month project; 1 anticipated award
Summary: Supports implementation of the YSEALI Summit 2027 in Singapore to advance U.S. AI technology adoption and foster pro-innovation leadership among ASEAN YSEALI alumni.
Description
This funding opportunity supports the organization and delivery of the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Summit 2027 in Singapore. The Summit aims to accelerate the adoption of American AI technologies in Southeast Asia and strengthen networks of pro-innovation leaders by bringing together at least 100 competitively selected early to mid-career professionals who are YSEALI alumni from the 11 ASEAN member states. The program includes hackathon-style events, strategic discussions on the U.S. tech stack, and policy advocacy, with the goal of fostering tangible solutions to regional challenges and deepening U.S.-ASEAN collaboration. The awardee will be responsible for all aspects of summit planning, outreach, participant recruitment, event delivery, monitoring, and post-summit support in close coordination with the U.S. Embassy Singapore.
