Christian Conference of Asia
Young Ambassadors of Peace in Asia (YAPA) programme
Note: two timelines
1.NCCA Sponsorship the deadline is 30 June
2.For application to CCA the deadline is 15 July.
Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Date: from 1 to 8 September 2025.
Age: Applicants to be aged 35 or under (CCA says aged 20-30)
Funding: The National Council of Churches in Australia is prepared to provide sponsorship assistance for a young person to attend the CCA’s YAPA Programme through the Ronald Wilson Ecumenical Leadership Fund. This Leadership Fund assists young people to enlarge their ecumenical experience and leadership skills. It helps those who have exhibited leadership potential to develop their gifts and focus their vision. For the guidelines and application requirements please visit the NCCA website. Applications for NCCA sponsorship assistance to be received by 30 June 2025 to secretariat@ncca.org.au
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More detailed information from Christian Conference of Asia, ccanews@cca.org.hk
Under the theme “Sustaining Peace in Asia through Religious Cooperation (SPARC),” YAPA 2025 aims to bring together 25 young leaders from across Asia between the ages of 20 and 30. Since its inception in 2016, YAPA has remained committed to nurturing a new generation of peace advocates who can promote justice, foster harmony, and lead efforts in conflict transformation within their respective communities.
The upcoming training will place a strong emphasis on interfaith and intercultural learning of peace building non-formal peace education methods, and practical approaches to conflict transformation. Participants will engage in sessions that explore the links between human rights, dialogue, and long-term reconciliation. A key component of the YAPA programme is encouraging participants to design and lead peace initiatives within their local contexts after the training.
Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to peacebuilding and reconciliation, as well as relevant experience in youth or community leadership.
CCA will provide board and lodging for all selected participants. A limited number of subsidies for international travel will be available upon request.
Interested candidates are required to complete an online application. The application deadline is 15 July 2025.
Link to the online Google Form for Application: YAPA – 2025 Application Form
For more information, please visit www.cca.org.hk or contact bp-cca@cca.org.hk.