Logistics
When will the Conference be held?
This year's Conference will be held on the weekend of April 23-24th, 2022 and will be held in a hybrid format due to the Coronavirus pandemic. While the exact schedule is still being finalized, Conference programming will run during the full days of Saturday and Sunday.
How can I attend the Conference?
The 2022 Conference will be broadcast live via Zoom during the weekend of April 23-24th, 2022 and also take place in-person on Harvard campus. Participants will receive a link to access each workshop, lecture, and presentation. The Conference schedule will run on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).
Do I have to pay for the Conference?
The application fee for 2022 Conference will vary depending on the application cycle and the way of participation. However, we have a strong financial aid program. We will waive the application fee for students who are not able to pay the application fee.
How can I connect with other high school students who are also attending the Conference?
There is a Facebook group for all accepted students which you can request to join (information can be found in your acceptance email). In addition, we encourage you to connect and collaborate with your peers via email, text, Zoom, Google Hangouts, and other platforms.
Am I eligible to apply?
All students currently enrolled in a secondary institution are eligible to apply. We encourage international students and students from diverse backgrounds to apply.
How do I apply?
Please visit the "Apply" page for more details. The application consists of a short personal statement, as well as a brief set of questions.
This year's Conference will be held on the weekend of April 23-24th, 2022 and will be held in a hybrid format due to the Coronavirus pandemic. While the exact schedule is still being finalized, Conference programming will run during the full days of Saturday and Sunday.
How can I attend the Conference?
The 2022 Conference will be broadcast live via Zoom during the weekend of April 23-24th, 2022 and also take place in-person on Harvard campus. Participants will receive a link to access each workshop, lecture, and presentation. The Conference schedule will run on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).
Do I have to pay for the Conference?
The application fee for 2022 Conference will vary depending on the application cycle and the way of participation. However, we have a strong financial aid program. We will waive the application fee for students who are not able to pay the application fee.
How can I connect with other high school students who are also attending the Conference?
There is a Facebook group for all accepted students which you can request to join (information can be found in your acceptance email). In addition, we encourage you to connect and collaborate with your peers via email, text, Zoom, Google Hangouts, and other platforms.
Am I eligible to apply?
All students currently enrolled in a secondary institution are eligible to apply. We encourage international students and students from diverse backgrounds to apply.
How do I apply?
Please visit the "Apply" page for more details. The application consists of a short personal statement, as well as a brief set of questions.
Student Competitions
Community Project Pitch Competition
What is the pitch competition?
The goal of the 2022 Conference Project is for you to research social issues that affect health and wellbeing in your local community, and then to design and pitch solutions that have the potential to create tangible social impact. Participants will work on these projects during the months preceding the Conference, with the support of a Harvard mentor.
Submissions to the Community Pitch Competition must have two components:
1. 3-Minute Pitch Video
2. 3-5 Page "Grant Proposal"
Please visit the "Community Pitch and Case Study Competitions" Page under the "About" tab for more details.
How do I participate in the Pitch Competition?
All students who apply before March 27th, 2022 are eligible to participate in the Community Pitch Competition. After the deadline, you will receive an email with a google form to sign-up.
Can I work in a group for the Pitch Competition?
We encourage students to work individually to formulate their own unique project ideas. However, you may also work in a group of maximally 3 people to create a Community Project submission.
Can I use a project I've previously started or worked on for this Pitch Competition?
Yes, if you have already developed or implemented a project prior to the Conference, you may submit this project to the Pitch Competition. However, please keep in mind that you will still need to address all the criteria in the guidelines and complete (1) a pitch video and (2) a written grant proposal. Participants will not be judged on the status of their projects and whether or not it has been implemented.
How do I submit my materials?
Video Pitches and Written Grant Proposals are due on April 17th, 2022 at 11:59pm EDT. Submit your materials by sharing them through Google Drive with [email protected]. Please use the file name format: lastname_firstname_videopitch_public/private** and lastname_firstname_grantproposal.
**Please indicate “public” in the video pitch filename if you are okay with your video pitch being displayed publicly on our website. Please indicate “private” in the filename if you wish for your video to be kept private and viewed only by our Board.
How will entries be judged?
Entries will be judged based on the criteria outlined in the Community Project Pitch Competition guidelines. Please see the "Pitch and Case Study Competitions" Page under the "About" tab for more details.
Will there be awards or prizes?
Yes, the top entries will be honored during a virtual awards ceremony at the closing of the conference.
Will I present live at the Conference?
Top entries may be asked to present live at the Conference.
How else can I showcase my project output?
All written grant proposals will be compiled and published in our annual Global Health and Leadership Conference Book. Video pitches may be displayed on the Global Health and Leadership Conference website.
Case Study Competition
What is the Case Study Competition?
The 2022 Case Study Competition theme will be released soon. It will be hosted online from 6:00-9:00pm EDT on Saturday April 22, 2022. Participating high school students will work together in small teams and draft policy briefs (3-5 pages, double spaced) in response to prompts that will be released at 5:00pm EDT, the start of the competition. This case study competition is fast-paced and takes place during a short time frame. It hopes to build the teamwork and decision-making skills needed during emergency situations.
Please see the "Pitch and Case Study Competitions" Page under the "About" tab for more details.
How do I participate in the Case Study Competition?
All students who applied before April 1, 2022 are eligible to participate in the Case Study Competition. You will receive an email after this date with a google form to sign-up.
Who are my teammates for the Case Study Competition?
Teammates will be randomly assigned prior to the Competition. You will receive the names and contact info of your teammates approximately one week before the Conference dates.
How do I coordinate with my teammates for the Case Study Competition?
You will receive the names and contact info of your teammates approximately one week before the Conference dates. You may use that time to coordinate group logistics (e.g., which platforms you will use to communicate during the 3-hour competition). We encourage you to collaborate via Zoom or Google Hangouts.
How can I prepare for the Case Study Competition?
Approximately 1 week before the conference, participants will receive a resource packet with relevant articles, instructions for writing the policy brief, and judging criteria. Participants can take this time to familiarize themselves with the topic and the materials.
How will entries be judged?
Entries will be judged on the basis of their depth, clarity, and creativity. Successful teams will identify and address all the factors & root issues of the problem.
Will there be awards or prizes?
Yes. All submissions will be reviewed by the Conference Board on the Saturday night after the conclusion of the Competition. Top entries will be honored during a virtual awards ceremony at the closing of the conference.
Will I present live at the Conference?
Top entries of the Case Study Competition will be expected to give a brief presentation of their case study solution on Sunday, May 24th during the Conference.
What is the pitch competition?
The goal of the 2022 Conference Project is for you to research social issues that affect health and wellbeing in your local community, and then to design and pitch solutions that have the potential to create tangible social impact. Participants will work on these projects during the months preceding the Conference, with the support of a Harvard mentor.
Submissions to the Community Pitch Competition must have two components:
1. 3-Minute Pitch Video
2. 3-5 Page "Grant Proposal"
Please visit the "Community Pitch and Case Study Competitions" Page under the "About" tab for more details.
How do I participate in the Pitch Competition?
All students who apply before March 27th, 2022 are eligible to participate in the Community Pitch Competition. After the deadline, you will receive an email with a google form to sign-up.
Can I work in a group for the Pitch Competition?
We encourage students to work individually to formulate their own unique project ideas. However, you may also work in a group of maximally 3 people to create a Community Project submission.
Can I use a project I've previously started or worked on for this Pitch Competition?
Yes, if you have already developed or implemented a project prior to the Conference, you may submit this project to the Pitch Competition. However, please keep in mind that you will still need to address all the criteria in the guidelines and complete (1) a pitch video and (2) a written grant proposal. Participants will not be judged on the status of their projects and whether or not it has been implemented.
How do I submit my materials?
Video Pitches and Written Grant Proposals are due on April 17th, 2022 at 11:59pm EDT. Submit your materials by sharing them through Google Drive with [email protected]. Please use the file name format: lastname_firstname_videopitch_public/private** and lastname_firstname_grantproposal.
**Please indicate “public” in the video pitch filename if you are okay with your video pitch being displayed publicly on our website. Please indicate “private” in the filename if you wish for your video to be kept private and viewed only by our Board.
How will entries be judged?
Entries will be judged based on the criteria outlined in the Community Project Pitch Competition guidelines. Please see the "Pitch and Case Study Competitions" Page under the "About" tab for more details.
Will there be awards or prizes?
Yes, the top entries will be honored during a virtual awards ceremony at the closing of the conference.
Will I present live at the Conference?
Top entries may be asked to present live at the Conference.
How else can I showcase my project output?
All written grant proposals will be compiled and published in our annual Global Health and Leadership Conference Book. Video pitches may be displayed on the Global Health and Leadership Conference website.
Case Study Competition
What is the Case Study Competition?
The 2022 Case Study Competition theme will be released soon. It will be hosted online from 6:00-9:00pm EDT on Saturday April 22, 2022. Participating high school students will work together in small teams and draft policy briefs (3-5 pages, double spaced) in response to prompts that will be released at 5:00pm EDT, the start of the competition. This case study competition is fast-paced and takes place during a short time frame. It hopes to build the teamwork and decision-making skills needed during emergency situations.
Please see the "Pitch and Case Study Competitions" Page under the "About" tab for more details.
How do I participate in the Case Study Competition?
All students who applied before April 1, 2022 are eligible to participate in the Case Study Competition. You will receive an email after this date with a google form to sign-up.
Who are my teammates for the Case Study Competition?
Teammates will be randomly assigned prior to the Competition. You will receive the names and contact info of your teammates approximately one week before the Conference dates.
How do I coordinate with my teammates for the Case Study Competition?
You will receive the names and contact info of your teammates approximately one week before the Conference dates. You may use that time to coordinate group logistics (e.g., which platforms you will use to communicate during the 3-hour competition). We encourage you to collaborate via Zoom or Google Hangouts.
How can I prepare for the Case Study Competition?
Approximately 1 week before the conference, participants will receive a resource packet with relevant articles, instructions for writing the policy brief, and judging criteria. Participants can take this time to familiarize themselves with the topic and the materials.
How will entries be judged?
Entries will be judged on the basis of their depth, clarity, and creativity. Successful teams will identify and address all the factors & root issues of the problem.
Will there be awards or prizes?
Yes. All submissions will be reviewed by the Conference Board on the Saturday night after the conclusion of the Competition. Top entries will be honored during a virtual awards ceremony at the closing of the conference.
Will I present live at the Conference?
Top entries of the Case Study Competition will be expected to give a brief presentation of their case study solution on Sunday, May 24th during the Conference.