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2025 Call for Proposals

The Keystone Rising Global Leaders Conference (KRGL) brings together high school student leaders from across China and equips them with Inner Development Goal skillsets that help them develop actionable solutions for the ‘Global Goals Before 2030'. 

The Keystone Rising Leaders Conference Committee invites you to submit a proposal for the Keystone Rising Leaders Conference 2025, to be held July 1–2, 2025, in Beijing, China.

 

This year’s conference theme, “Challenging the Challenges,” focuses on fostering community, building belonging, and promoting well-being through the lens of the Inner Development Goals (IDGs). We welcome contributions that explore innovative solutions, share impactful insights, and inspire meaningful action toward achieving the Global Goals Before 2030.

Submission Deadlines

We have received an overwhelming number of proposals from student leaders across China. The submission for youth student leader session proposals is now closed.​​

• Session and Workshop Proposals: Due by Monday, March 03, 2025.

• Poster Exhibition Proposals: Due by Monday, April 14, 2025.

 

For assistance with the online proposal system, contact the Proposals Team at KRGL@keystoneacademy.cn. All presenters must adhere to the submission policies.

Conference Theme: “Challenging the Challenges”

This theme reflects our commitment to addressing the pressing issues of our time by fostering community, building a sense of belonging, and promoting well-being. As you prepare your proposal, consider the following guiding questions:

 

Fostering Community

• How can we create inclusive and supportive environments?

• What strategies effectively engage diverse groups in community-building?

 

Building Belonging

• What practices cultivate a sense of belonging among individuals?

• How does belonging impact personal and collective well-being?

 

Promoting Well-being

• What approaches enhance mental, emotional, and physical health within communities?

• How can well-being initiatives be integrated into educational settings?

Content Priorities

 

We encourage proposals that explore:

• Innovative Solutions: Addressing challenges in community building, belonging, and well-being.

• Collaborative Approaches: Partnerships that drive positive change.

• Cultural Competence: Understanding and integrating diverse perspectives.

• Sustainable Practices: Long-term strategies for enduring impact.

Review the full theme here

If you'd like to be considered for waitlist, please submit session proposal below 

KRLC Session Proposal Form

Current Grade
Format of your session

Please provide a session abstract that concisely outlines the key goals of your presentation.

Please give a detailed description of your project. Why is this project significant?

You can refer to the following links. https://sdgs.un.org/goals or https://innerdevelopmentgoals.org/

Please provide outcomes in bullets. Please at least 3 learning outcomes.

Stage of your project
Brainstorm stage
Implementation stage
Completion
Other

Indicate whether research is a component of the project. If applicable, briefly describe how research is being utilized (e.g., literature review, data analysis, experimental methods).

Please list their full name(s) in both English and Chinese as well as their Email address(es). ( E.g. Yan Liu: Yan.liu@harvard.edu);

Please note that all presenters have to register for the conference.


Please write N/A if you're a solo presenter.

Describe your session’s structure, time usage, audience engagement strategies, and any creative approaches to inspire student leadership and collaboration.

Please describe how the presenters on the panel developed their expertise in the topic(s) proposed. (e.g., study, seminars, or conferences attended, or research on the proposed topic(s).)

If you're presenting with other students, please submit all of the presenters school ID.

Can be any of the following: PTE, Duolingo English Test, TOEFL, SSAT, SAT,

MAP, IELTS, or any other

evidence.

By e-signing this form, you (or your parent/guardian if under 18) agree to the submission policy and grant the conference permission to use your name, image, and information in conference materials.

Contact

Please don't forget to register for the conference! 

The proposal decision will be released by the end of March. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to email us at KRGL@keystoneacademy.cn.

 

We appreciate your effort and look forward to collaborating with you!

Register for the conference now 

The Keystone Rising Global Leaders Conference

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Keystone Academy

​北京市鼎石学校

A NEW WORLD SCHOOL,

A NEW MODEL OF EDUCATION IN CHINA  

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