Global Youth Leadership Programme
UN-SDGs Bootcamp & Forum
July 21–25, 2025 Q3, San Francisco, USA
SDG Startups X Global Youth
The UN-SDGs Bootcamp & Forum (San Francisco edition) is a global platform combining sustainability, entrepreneurship, and youth leadership. Co-organized with UC Berkeley SkyDeck Program, this 5-day immersive event empowers young changemakers to co-create impactful SDG-aligned ventures and declarations alongside peers from 30+ countries.
Highlights
SDGs Startup Theme
Focused on social impact entrepreneurship guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN-SDGs).
UC Berkeley SkyDeck Partnership
Courses co-designed with SkyDeck’s startup experts and mentors.
Global Collaboration
Co-author the Berkeley Youth SDGs Declaration with youth leaders from over 30 countries.
Access to Global Finals
Selected participants gain admission to training and certificates linked to the Erupture Global Hackathon Grand Finals.
Comprehensive Certification
Includes co-issued certificates, personal 6-minute impact pitch, participation proofs, and training completion.
Overview
Target Participants
University/Graduate-Level Representatives: Youth representatives from 30+ countries, each specializing in one of the 17 SDGs.
High School Participants: Selected students from Asia-Pacific countries engaging in SDG-related activities.
Location
University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley), San Francisco, USA
Date
July 21–25, 2025
Co-organizers
Chinese Youth Growth Foundation × UC Berkeley SkyDeck Program × Erupture Global Hackathon Asia
Selection Process
Application review required. Selected participants must complete approx. 20 hours of pre-departure training (online + in-person in Taipei)
Optional Route
Participants may also join the Kenya SDGs Forum (July 11–20) before continuing on to UC Berkeley with our delegation
Projected Outcomes
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Personal 6-minute impact pitch video
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Co-issued Certificate from UC Berkeley SkyDeck & Local Organizers
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Participation in Erupture Global Hackathon Training & Certificate
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UC Berkeley SDGs Forum Certificate
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Taiwan pre-program training certificate (20 hours)
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Berkeley Youth SDGs Declaration co-signatory
