The YLAC Policy Collective

Applications to the 2026-27 cohort of the YLAC Policy Collective are now open. Interested candidates should submit their responses to the questions below and attach a copy of their latest resume. Word limits, wherever prescribed, should not be exceeded.

After submitting the form, you will receive an email with instructions to record a short video outlining the activities you would like to undertake through your chapter and the challenges you anticipate. Please submit the video within 48 hours of form submission. Applications without a video submission within this timeline will not be considered.

Finally, please note that all answers will be run through advanced plagiarism and AI detectors. Applications which indicate plagiarism or the use of AI tools will be directly disqualified.

Before submitting, please see: Offerings | Criteria & Deadlines | FAQs

Section I: The basics

Preferred pronouns *

Date of Birth (DoB) *

First name *

Last name *

Email *

Mobile number *

LinkedIn profile *

Please enter the complete link; write NA, if not available

Latest resume *

Upload as a pdf file; max. size 5 MB

Section II: Motivation & Readiness

Why are you interested in starting a Policy Collective chapter in your college? *

Max. 200 words.

Have you previously been involved in any clubs or student-led initiatives during school or college? What inspired you to join or start them, and what did you take away from the experience? *

Max. 200 words

In your view, what is the one policy issue or gap that significantly affects young people today? Why do you think it matters, and how do you think the government can help address it? *

Max. 500 words

Do you already have team members from your college/university who will be starting the Policy Collective with you?

Section III: College & Course of Study

Name of the College & University *

City of the College/University *

Level of study *

If "Others", specify *

Course & year of study *

Section IV: Additional Information

Share links to any relevant work, including blogs, past initiatives, publications, or samples of previous projects (if any). *

Anything that may help us understand your relevant previous experience for leading the Policy Collective in your college. For Google drive files, please make sure that the link is open to "anyone with the link".

Are there any existing public policy/social impact clubs in your college? *

If yes, please share their names and the kind of activities they conduct.

What are the other prominent and active clubs or societies at your college? *

How did you hear about this opportunity?