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International Congress

August 2015 | Hyatt Regency | Gurgaon, India

International Congress is the annual convening of AIESEC and its member countries and territories, aimed at celebrating youth leadership, cultural diversity and global togetherness. It takes form as an occasion where the organisational state of affairs is reviewed, new goals are set, views and experiences are shared. !An International Congress means the creation of a global plenary, massive not only in its size but in the diversity of ideas, discussions and outreach. The agenda has been designed to meet the interests of over 1400 delegates hailing from different parts of the world, business leaders, entrepreneurs and global trailblazers; to enunciate the idea of a progressive, traditionally modern India using an international platform like none other. !The purpose of the conference is to gather youth delegates who will strategize and co-create AIESEC’s vision for a brief future. This vision will serve as a comparator for success and alignment for the five years that are to follow.

1400 delegates100+ corporates 50,000 virtual delegates 126 countries & territories

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! People who have been a part in the past !PRIME  MINISTER  RAJIV  GANDHIASIA  PACIFIC  CONGRESS  1985,  INDIA  

ARKADY  DVORKOVICH DEPUTY  PRIME  MINISTER,  RUSSIA INTERNATIONAL  CONGRESS  2012,  RUSSIA  

LAILA  ISKANDERMINISTER  OF  STATE  OF  ENVIRONMENT  AFFAIRS INTERNATIONAL  CONGRESS  2013,  EGYPT  

KHALED  FOUDAGOVERNOR  OF  SOUTH  SINAI INTERNATIONAL  CONGRESS  2013,  EGYPT  

JIANG  YI-­‐HUAH PREMIER,  REPUBLIC  OF  CHINA INTERNATIONAL  CONGRESS  2014,  TAIWAN  

RATAN  TATA AIESEC  INDIA  20TH  YEAR  CELEBRATIONS  2001  

ADI  GODREJ NATIONAL  STAKEHOLDERS’  SUMMIT  2010 !!

Who takes part !International Congress is not merely an event. It is the coming together of some of the soundest young minds in the world. The power of youth potential has known long since and highlighted by world and country leaders, economists, environmentalists, activists, business leaders, thinkers and change makers.

Over the years, some great, sought-after leaders have graced International Congress with their presence, support and guidance.

Besides, International Congress is also an ideal platform for anyone who sees to seize the opportunity positive, profitable as well non-profitable engagement with global youth.

The year 2015 will mark the 67th International Congress for the AIESEC fraternity.

!The Vision !AIESEC is transitioning into a digital era and this has assured a monumental change coming the network’s way this year. !IC 2015 will strategically set direction to the global network and create a successful as well as an enduring purpose towards a united future. This will be achieved through the actions and decisions of its members as responsible global citizens in the light of the essence of the organisation, which is leadership.

“S teer ing change and forging meaning through youth leadership” - International Congress 2015’s Vision Statement

The Theme !The Theme for this year’s International Congress is The World Comes Home. !125 other countries and territories belonging six strategic world regions of the network will be gathering at India, the home. The Indian sentiment of Atithi Devo Bhava or Guest Is God inspired this theme and the conference welcomes home diversity, cultures, love and brotherhood this year.

The Movement !In order to create an excitement and buzz for this grand coming together of youth from across the globe, a movement called #Indianess has been activated across social media and at on-ground engagement platforms. !Through #Indianess, India will be portrayed as a country that is traditionally modern and this time around, the movement will shed stereotypes, age old clichés and refresh the idea, spirit and image of young India for the world.

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Host City for 2015

GURGAON The Millennium

City of India

The city of Gurgaon, is located on the border with Delhi with New Delhi to its north east, in the state of Haryana. Gurgaon has an estimated population of 876,824 and is of about 282.7 square miles. !Retail is an important industry in Gurgaon, with the presence of 26 shopping malls. It is also one of the most important offshoring centres in the world, providing outsourcing solutions in software, IT, service and sales through delivery facilities and call centres.

Gurgaon is home to 250 i.e 50% of the Fortune 500 Companies.

Gurgaon has now emerged to become the city with the third highest per capita income in India.

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WHAT HAPPENS AT INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS 2015

!The Agenda !AUGUST 21, 2015 | DAY 1Opening Ceremony - The grand inauguration of the 10 day conference graced by the presence of government, business and media dignitariesGlobal Village - 126 nations will be profiled using 125 stalls and counters for every culture to be showcased in the most creative and aesthetically powerful manner

AUGUST 22, 23, 25, 26, 2015 | DAY 2, 3, 5 & 6 AIESEC International’s Agenda for Delegates - A agenda ranging from operat ional strategies, global change management to marketing campaigns, customer centricity, sales, talent management, etc. !AUGUST 24, 2015 | DAY 4 Global Youth to Business Forum - A Corporate event which connects top young leaders to global business and social leaders Culture Dinner - Culture dinner is a unique food festival that combines India’s diversity with the country's love for food - starting from Kashmir to Kerala !AUGUST 27, 2015 | DAY 7 India Night - India Night will be all about 1400+ delegates from 125 countr ies exper iencing ar t per formances by professionals and pioneers from across the country !AUGUST 29, 2015 | DAY 9 Awards Night - This is a gala night to celebrate and recognise achievements from across the global network of AIESEC entities Club Night - A soiree of celebration, dance and music for the delegates. The club night will serve as a leisurely and energetic space for the international delegates to unwind !AUGUST 30, 2015 | DAY 10 Conference closing

Parallel Tracks !AUGUST 21, 22, 23, 24, 2015 | DAY 1, 2, 3 & 4 Global Youth Voice - A convention of Indian & foreign youth to share stories which have pursued innovative, creative and thoughtful solutions to issues prevalent in our society !AUGUST 27, 28, 29, 2015 | DAY 7, 8 & 9 Global Alumni Congress - AIESEC alumni reconnect with AIESEC here and relive the days of work and participate in AIESEC’s today !& !Stakeholders’ Dinner - An evening of fine dining and high tea with all of AIESEC’s partners, collaborators, associates and stakeholders

THE JOURNEY & PROMOTION

!In order to make International Congress 2015 bigger and better, promotional activities have been specially designed to evoke the essence of AIESEC. !The following are the major initiatives that will contribute to creating a buzz and awareness about the conference.

IC Factorial Social Initiatives

Global Youth Voice

Talks | 7 Indian Cities | 1 Premiere

indianess An e-movement to illustrate the might of

a diverse India through light and fun campaigns on social media channels

!Global Youth Voice

Talks | 7 Indian Cities | 1 Premiere

Global Youth Voice Talks The Global Youth Voice Talk is a platform that enables youngsters to understand the importance of speak up for things of personal, professional and social relevance. !The following cities will host Global Youth Voice Talk, starting from the month of March to July: !• Ahmedabad • Bangalore • Chennai • Delhi • Hyderabad • Mumbai • Pune !Two or more of the following themes will be covered in each of these talks: !- The need to be heard - Making use of the power of social media - Asking the right questions - Telling the right stories - Creating a personal brand - Becoming employable !Audience & Agenda:

Every GYV Talk will host a selectively - filtered audience of 300 college students per city.

Total on-ground, first-hand impact: 2100 college students

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The 2 hour agenda will consist of:- Opening note | 10 minutes - Story 1 | 15 minutes - Story 2 | 15 minutes- Break / Talent Gig | 10 minutes - Session 1 - GYV Theme - 15 minutes- Session 2 - GYV Theme - 15 minutes- Session 3 - Panel Discussion - 25 minutes- Closing | 5 minutes- Networking space | 20 minutes

!The Premiere !The Global Youth Voice Conference will premier as a parallel track at Gurgaon, from August 21 to August 24. It will be a convention of Indian & foreign youth to share stories which have pursued innovative, creative and thoughtful solutions to issues prevalent in our society. !A delegate who signs up for the Premiere will be part of * DAY 1 - Opening Ceremony & Global Village DAY 2 - Core Agenda Day 1DAY 3 - Core Agenda Day 2DAY 4 - Global Youth to Business Forum !The Premiere will host a diverse group of students from across the world that will take part in the agenda of the conference. !!!!!!!!* Agenda under construction and is subject to change according to the discretion of partners and AIESEC

IC Factorial Social Initiatives

What is IC Factorial? International Congress Factorial is the social initiatives brand of IC. !In order make the making of the conference itself an impactful one, 3 social initiatives will be promoted for the purpose of highlighting the need for leadership to carry forward such causes and awareness amongst the youth about the same. !The initiatives IC! will be hosting are: !• Inclusivity !The fact or policy of not excluding members or participants on the grounds of gender, race, class, sexuality, disability, etc.!!• Education !Despite several government initiatives, the right and access to education continues to persist as an impediment to development in the country.!• Sanitation !Lack of proper sanitation is a major concern for the people of India, their health and well-being. A lack of adequate sanitation also leads to significant economic losses for the country.

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How IC! will pan out: !April - May - June : These three months will be dedicated to the promoting these causes and creating awareness. !Celebrity Brand Ambassadors:

The social initiatives will be advocated by a popular talent from the entertainment industry.

Each initiative will have its own brand ambassador who will help propel the cause, lead it and amplify the necessity of it awareness through his or her public profiles.

A 30 day engagement module will be agreed upon by the artist / celebrity and a coordinated promotion of the causes will take place, essentially through media and public relations.

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“3 social initiatives will be promoted for highlighting the need for leadership to carry forward such causes and awareness amongst the youth about the same.”

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About AIESEC !AIESEC is the largest global youth network impacting the world through leadership development experiences. AIESEC has been facilitating youth leadership activities as well as international internships and volunteer experiences for over 65 years, developing a global learning environment across 126 countries and territories. AIESEC is united in a purpose of developing young leaders through experiential leadership development while staying independent and non-political since 1948.

What makes AIESEC unique is the youth driven impactful experience that it offers to its members. AIESEC is run by young people for young people, for enabling a strong experience to all its stakeholders. Every single year the core leadership teams of AIESEC change – from the local committee executives, to the national teams right up to the global leadership team.

IC 2015 BOARD OF ADVISORS:

INTERNATIONAL  ADVERTISING  ASSOCIATION  -­‐  INDIA  CHAPTER

NATIONAL  SKILL  DEVELOPMENT  CORPORATION

NATIONAL BOARD OF ADVISORS:

IC PARTNERS IN THE PAST

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Contact: !

Sahil Chopra President

International Congress 2015 !

Email: sahil.chopra@aiesec.net Phone: +91 90412 77233

www.aiesec.in www.aiesec.org