SA8+1 Leadership & Volunteer Opportunities
Challenge Yourself. Grow as a Leader. Create Impact Across South Asia
Looking for meaningful opportunities to learn, lead, and make a difference?
The SA8+1 Network offers a powerful lineup of activities, leadership programmes, and regional challenges designed to inspire you throughout the year. from youth conferences to cross-border dialogues, from SDG campaigns to cultural exchanges , there is something for every passionate young leader.
Take a look at our featured opportunities below or explore even more within the network.
SA8+1 Youth Leadership Network 2025–2026
This is your chance to be part of a powerful regional movement connecting young leaders from across South Asia and beyond. SA8+1 brings together passionate youth from Pakistan, Afghanistan, India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Maldives + 1 partners to create real impact and regional cooperation.
By joining the SA8+1 Network, you become part of a new generation of changemakers working to promote youth leadership, peacebuilding, education, and sustainable development across South Asia. Young people across the region face challenges such as unemployment, conflict, lack of education access, and climate crises. Your involvement helps us build solutions, leadership platforms, and regional unity.
And you won’t be doing it alone, the SA8+1 Team will support you every step of the way.
“I joined SA8+1 because I wanted to be part of something bigger than myself a regional family of young leaders who believe in peace, unity, and opportunities for every youth in South Asia. Through SA8+1, I found a space where my voice matters, where ideas turn into action, and where we uplift each other across borders. SA8+1 gave me confidence, purpose, and a community I am proud to represent.”
Padam,
SA8+1 Youth Delegate (Nepal)
What you will receive as a member of the SA8+1 Network ?
Official SA8+1 Welcome Pack
Your welcome pack includes resources, leadership guides, and step-by-step instructions to help you get involved, contribute, and start meaningful projects.
SA8+1 Branded Materials
Members receive:
SA8+1 membership ID
Digital badge
Branded poster pack
SA8+1 T-shirt (selected representatives)
Templates for events, campaigns, and youth projects
Access to Regional Virtual Events
Training workshops, leadership development sessions, cross-border networking, and youth dialogues hosted throughout the year.
Direct Communication from the SA8+1 Team
Stay updated through newsletters, WhatsApp groups, leadership briefings, and opportunities for representation.
SA8+1 Support Team
A dedicated team to help members organise activities, represent their country, and grow as leaders.
Member Goodie Pack
Digital toolkits, certificates, recognition badges, and exclusive opportunities
A dedicated team to help members organise activities, represent their country, and grow as leaders.
Member Goodie Pack
Digital toolkits, certificates, recognition badges, and exclusive opportunities.
Applications are open now. Become part of South Asia’s fastest-growing youth network.
SA8+1 Challenge & Leadership Events
Looking for meaningful opportunities to challenge yourself, connect with youth across borders, and make an impact?
SA8+1 offers year-round events, including:
Leadership Summits
Cross-border Youth Dialogues
Peace & SDG Challenges
Cultural Exchange Events
Online Training Bootcamps
Regional Youth Representation Programs
SA8+1 Youth Leadership Summit – Bhutan
SA8+1 Cross-Border Youth Dialogue – Nepal
SA8+1 SDG Challenge Walk – Pakistan
SA8+1 Regional Peace Camp – India
SA8+1 Climate Action Youth Forum – Bangladesh
SA8+1 Regional Innovation Lab – Sri Lanka
SA8+1 Youth Digital Skills Bootcamp – Maldives
SA8+1 Community Resilience Program – Afghanistan
Browse more events on our official platforms.
Be part of the SA8+1 Movement
Apply today. Challenge yourself. Lead with purpose.
Shape the future of South Asia.