Our Programs
COVID-19: Due to the pandemic, most Yen programs have been rescheduled or moved online. The proposed dates on this page are tentative and would be updated should there be any further change in programming. Yen is carefully monitoring global developments surrounding the COVID-19 response. We are committed to the safety and well-being of our affiliate communities and staff. We urge everyone to adhere to the World Health Organization's guidelines and advisories from your local health authorities. Stay safe.
The annual Model Parliament program brings students from across the nation to draft their own legislation as well as debate on current legislation before the parliament.
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2022 Registration Closed
Through the Yen Research Fellowship program, fellows investigate selected topics in the fields of, Healthcare, Public Policy, Law, Technology, Cybersecurity, Economics, and International Trade, among others. The Fellowship runs on a combination of an academic and corporate structure to enhance its educational value for fellows and its pragmatic quality for the research questions.
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Since its inception, the Youth Policy Debate (YPD) has engaged many young people in conversations that drive their communities forward. YPD provides a platform for participants to engage in critical thinking and constructive criticism with the purpose of identifying common grounds and tried resolutions for socioeconomic and political challenges.
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2022 Registration Closed
The annual Model Parliament program brings students from across the nation to draft their own legislation as well as debate on current legislation before the parliament.
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