Hitachi Young Leaders Initiative [Hyli] Fact Sheet
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HITACHI YOUNG LEADERS INITIATIVE [HYLI] FACT SHEET About The Hitachi Young Leaders Initiative (HYLI) aims to identify and groom potential young Asian leaders by providing a platform for bright students to congregate to discuss regional issues and establish contacts with prominent regional opinion leaders from the private, public and academic sectors. Each of the seven participating countries is represented by four of its best university students. HYLI is part of Hitachi’s CSR programme to contribute back to society, especially towards building future generations. Objectives Further develop the student participants’ perception and understanding of regional and global issues. Encourage Asian solidarity among potential young leaders by addressing regional challenges together. Promote cross-cultural understanding through education, common activities and shared experiences. Create a platform for the exchange of views from different perspectives. Provide a networking opportunity for potential future Asian leaders. History HYLI was first launched by Hitachi in Asia in 1996. Originally starting with six countries, the resounding success of the programme encouraged Hitachi to expand the initiative to include Vietnam as the seventh participating country from the 8th HYLI onwards. The seven participating countries are: 1. Indonesia 2. Malaysia 3. The Philippines 4. Singapore 5. Thailand 6. Vietnam 7. Japan 1 HITACHI YOUNG LEADERS INITIATIVE [HYLI] FACT SHEET Past Themes: Nov 1996 Asia’s identity in the 21st century: Preserving diversity in the 1st HYLI Singapore face of global and high-tech influences Nov 1997 2nd HYLI Asia’s growing role in the global village: How will Asia fit? The Philippines May 1999 3rd HYLI Leading dynamic Asia into the new global age Malaysia Nov 2000 4th HYLI Rising to the challenge in the new Millennium Thailand Jul 2002 Asia’s Roadmap: Forging regional cohesion for global 5th HYLI Singapore advancement Dec 2003 6th HYLI Charting a new course for Asia Thailand Jul 2005 7th HYLI Balancing people, planet and profit for Asia’s future Malaysia Jan 2007 Empowering Asia an increased role and a common voice as 8th HYLI Vietnam a responsible player Jul 2008 Strengthening Asian Partnership – Economic integration and 9th HYLI Indonesia energy management Jul 2010 Driving Asia to a new paradigm – What is Asia’s role in the 10th HYLI Singapore global arena (Alumni Forum) The New Stage for Asia – an Asian perspective on Jan 2012 11th HYLI managing sustainable development and economic Vietnam integration The road ahead: ASEAN’s role in Asia and the global Jul 2013 12th HYLI economy Thailand Weber Shandwick | August 2012 Past Guests of Honour Name Title, Org 1st RAdm Teo Chee Hean Minister of Environment, Singapore 2nd Hon. Ricardo T. Gloria Secretary of the Department of Education, Culture & Sports, the Philippines 3rd YB Datin Paduka Zaleha Minister for National Unity and Social Development, Malaysia Binti Ismail 4th H.E. Dr. Arthit Ourairat Prime Minister’s Appointed Representative, Minister of Science, Technology and Environment, Thailand 5th Mr. David Lim Acting Minister for Information, Communication & the Arts, Singapore 6th H.E. Piyabutr Cholvijarn Appointed Representative of H.E. Thaksin Shinawatra and Vice Minister of Education, Thailand 7th Yang Berhormat Dato’ Dr. Minister of Higher Education, Malaysia Shafie Mohd Shalleh 8th Mr. Vu Khoan Former Deputy Prime Minister, Vietnam 9th Prof. Dr. Bambang Minister of National Education, Indonesia Sudibyo, MBA 10th Mr. Teo Chee Hean Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, Singapore 11th H.E. Hoang Trung Hai Deputy Prime Minister, Vietnam Past Selection Panel Chairpersons Country Org Name Title Indonesia Ministry of National Dr. Ir. Djoko Santoso Director General of Education M.Sc. Higher Education, Department of National Education Malaysia Ministry of International Datuk Dr. Rebecca Secretary General Trade and Industry Fatima Sta Maria The Philippines Supreme Court Justice Antonio Former Justice of the Eduardo B. Nachura Supreme Court of the Philippines Singapore Tan Chin Tuan / Mr. Eric Teng Advisor / CEO Foundation The Straits Trading Company Ltd Thailand Bangkok Metropolitan M.R. Sukhumbhand Governor Administration Paribatra Vietnam Prime Ministerial Mdm. Pham Chi Lan Former Senior Advisor Research Committee to Prime Minister Japan Graduate School of Dr. Tamotsu Aoki University Professor / Cultural and Creative Director General Studies, Aoyama Gakuin University / The National Art Center *The titles for the past guests of honour and past selection panel chairpersons reflect positions held at the time of their involvement in HYLI. 3 HITACHI YOUNG LEADERS INITIATIVE [HYLI] FACT SHEET Number of Participants: 28 people - 4 students from each country, undergraduates (3rd or 4th year) students who are under 28 years of age. Term of program: 5 days Activities: - Forums - Student workshops - Fieldwork - Hitachi factory tour - Community activity - Press conference to announce the students’ recommendations - Closing ceremony and cultural performances Program Framework: Day AM PM Day 1 (Mon): Forum Workshop Day 2 (Tue): Forum Workshop Day 3 (Wed): Fieldwork Workshop Day 4 (Thu): Press Conference Community Activity Day 5 (Fri): Hitachi factory tour Closing ceremony For more information, please visit www.hitachi.com/society/global/hyli or contact: Ruthaiwan Sinlapachan/ Suttiratana Kitayanonde Tel: 02 343 6067, 086 900 3990, 02 343 6062, 081 696 1978 Fax: 02 343 6003 Email: [email protected], [email protected] # # # Weber Shandwick | August 2012 th The 12 Hitachi Young Leaders Initiative Student Selection Process Country: Thailand Candidate Criteria Nominated candidates must be undergraduate (3rd or 4th year) who are under 28 years of age at the time of the initiative. The candidate is required to display strong leadership abilities, a track record of academic excellence, participation in extra-curricular activities, a keen interest in regional and global affairs, and English fluency. Overview of the Selection Process Each year, students go through a rigorous selection process to qualify for the HYLI programme. The process is as follows: Timeline Details September- Briefings for representatives from local universities October 2012 Briefings through organized student sessions October - 12th HYLI Open for Applications (mid of October) December 2012 January 2013 Students submit applications to the designated contact for their universities (15 January 2013) January-February Each university to shortlist written applications (16-25 January 2013 2013) Each university to conduct face-to-face interviews with shortlisted applicants (28 January – 5 February 2013) Each university to shortlist 2-3 students from each university (6- 15 February 2013) Hitachi to conduct English phone interviews and shortlist to 10 students for final interview (18-19 February 2013) Early March 2013 1-on-1 Interviews (10 students) with Student Selection Panel Members (final Selection) Final 4 selected students to represent their country at the 12th HYLI If you have any questions, please contact Ruthaiwan Sinlapachan, 02 343 6067 or 086 900 3990 or [email protected] # # # 1 HITACHI YOUNG LEADERS INITIATIVE [HYLI] THAILAND’S INVOLVEMENT THEME DATE & PARTICIPANTS / REPRESENTATIVES COUNTRY No Thai speaker 1st HYLI Universities: Asia’s Identity in the 21st November 1. Mr. Phuwanai Wanamakok, Thammasat University Century: Preserving 1996, 2. Mr. Nattapol Tarrunachote, Mahidol University Diversity in the Face of Singapore 3. Ms. Urapa Nontasut, Chulalongkorn University Global and High‐Tech 4. Mr. Adisak Chantharin, Kasetsart University Influences Speaker: Mr. Charnchai Charuvastr President and CEO, Samart Corporation PLC 2nd HYLI November Universities: Asia’s growing role in the 1997, 1. Dr. Somboon Kulvisaechna, Mahidol University global village: How will Philippines 2. Ms. Piyawan Eksriwong, Kasetsart University Asia fit? 3. Ms. Sarinya Boonchuvit, Thammasat University 4. Ms. Tubtim Poubuntom, Chulalongkorn University Speaker: Khunying Chodchoy Sophonpanich President of Taviset (Magic Eye Foundation) 3rd HYLI May Universities: Leading Dynamic Asia 1999, 1. Ms. Ornsaran Manuamorn, Chulalongkorn University into the New Global Age Malaysia 2. Mr. Naphat Kijsamrej, Chulalongkorn University 3. Ms. Pawaree Srijprasom, Mahidol University 4. Ms. Jarossri Samittachati, Mahidol University Guest of Honour: Dr. Arthit Ourairat Minister for Science, Technology and Environment (Representative of H.E. Prime Minister Chuan Leekpai) Keynote Speaker: Mr. Abhisit Vejjajiva 4th HYLI November Minister attached to the Prime Minister's office Asia‐Rising to the 2000, Challenge in the New Thailand Speakers: Millennium Dr. Saisuree Chutikul Former Minister to the Office of the Prime Minister Dr. Juree Vichit Vadakan Director of National Institute of Development Administration/NIDA Professor Pairash Thajchayapong, Director of the National Science and Technology HITACHI YOUNG LEADERS INITIATIVE (HYLI) THAILAND’S INVOLVEMENT Development Agency Universities: 1. Mr. Porpot Changyawa, Chulalongkorn University 2. Ms. Jiraporn Khorana, Chiang Mai University 3. Mr. Wasan Sae‐lao, Mahidol University 4. Ms. Ruangkhao Chanchai, Chulalongkorn University Keynote Speaker: M.R. Sukhumbhand Paribatra Member of Parliament Speakers: Dr. Dumrong Kasemset, Ph.D. Chairman of the Executive Committee, Shin Satellite Public Co., Ltd., and Shinawatra International Public Co., Ltd. Group‐Vice Chairman, 5th HYLI July Shin