Punjab Youth Leaders Program (PYLP) is inviting applications form eligible youths to be a part of the program. It is a two-year full time leadership development program for young people in Punjab.
About PYLP
PYLP is a two-year full-time leadership development program for young people in Punjab. Its purpose is to foster a lifelong community of changemakers. A PYLP Young Leader (YL) will drive systemic change from the ground level in the public education system of Punjab.
PYLP Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
| Application Closing Date | 28th April 2024 |
| Selection Days | 11th May and 26th May |
| Result Announcement | 15th June |
| Joining Date | 1st July |
PYLP Eligiblity
The eligibility criteria for the Punjab Youth Leaders Program (PYLP) is:
- Maximum age- 28 years
- Any national is eligible for the program
- Willing to work for Punjab
What PYLP young leaders do?
- A Punjab Youth Leader will work with clusters of government schools, an area within a district of Punjab which comprises of 10-15 schools.
- He/she will be bringing together all the major stakeholders of the schools – teachers, parents, Panchayats and local officials – and make them part of the journey in the transformation of schools.
- In this process, he/she will acquire essential leadership skills, such as organizing people and resources, and form a life-long support community with others based on shared experience on the ground.
How PYLP help you in Professional Growth
PYLP young leaders will develop high socio-cultural competence along with the skills needed for living a life in service. The young leaders will be given an opportunity to work with bureaucrats of the respective districts. This will expose them to the functioning of the government at the district/block/cluster level.
PYLP Selection Process
The candidates will be selected through the given process
- On submitting the online application form, applicants will be shortlisted as per the eligibility criteria and their alignment with the Program.
- Shortlisted applicants will have to complete a pre-work, the details of which will be communicated separately through email and/or phone.
- Upon evaluation of the pre-work, shortlisted applicants will be invited for group activities and interviews.
PYLP Stipend
The stipend for the PYLP will be Rs. 20,000 PM (Inc. ESI, EPF, Professional Tax, etc.)
Location
Punjab
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FAQs
1. To apply for PYLP, do i need to be a resident of Punjab?
Not necessarily, candidate from any part of the world is eligible for the program. The only condition to apply is that you must be willing towards working in Punjab.
2. How long is the commitment to the Program?
The young leader will be working six days a week over a period of two years.
3. Can i study along with the Program?
This is a two-year full-time commitment and thereby doesn’t allow any other course, employment and coaching to be pursued.
4. Are the selected candidates for PYLP, positioned as research associate?
This is not a research position. The fellow will be exposed to a lot of issues in Punjab and if desired, he/she can write a research paper on any of the issues. Exceptional papers will be given full assistance to get them published in leading national and international journals.
5. What will be the accommodation arrangement for the fellows?
The fellows will be given assistance to find accommodation around the allotted clusters.
6. Do i need to have any social sector experience to apply?
No, social sector experience is not mandatory. However, a deep interest in or social conscience about current social issues will be an added advantage. We are inviting people who have a passion for social change.
7. Is it compulsory to know Punjabi language?
Knowing the Punjabi language will be an asset as the fellow will be working closely with grass root stakeholders, however, it is not a limiting factor for considering your application.
8. What should be the title to save my video?
The title of the video should be “PYLP 2024 Application <Your Full Name>”.
9. In case of any query how should i reach out to anyone at PYLP?
You can call us at +91 8146740988 (Monday-Saturday, 10 am – 6 pm). You can also write to us at pylpselections@sanjhsikhiya.org and expect a reply within 48 hours.