Shaping tomorrow's leaders today.

Ayala Young Leaders is a three-month leadership program for outstanding college students, building future leaders and fostering lifelong connections through the Ayala Young Leaders Alumni Network.

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80+ student leaders per batch 2,018 alumni nationwide shaping leaders since 1998 22 alumni chapters 28 years running

Not just another
seminar.

Launched by Ayala Corporation in 1998, the Ayala Young Leaders (AYL) is a premier leadership development program that prepares outstanding college students to lead with purpose, integrity, and compassion. Participants strengthen their leadership capabilities through immersive learning, mentorship, and community engagement.

Open to all aspiring student leaders nationwide

Values-driven training and community engagement

Committed to nation-building and social impact

The AYL Journey

AYL is more than a single event. The comprehensive program begins months before you step into the congress hall.

Phase 1

Pre-Congress

Nomination, application, and screening — months of preparation that lay the foundation before you arrive.

Phase 2

The Congress

Workshops, lectures, outdoor challenges, and plenary sessions that hone your leadership.

Phase 3

The Alumni Network

A lifelong community of 2,018 leaders working together long after the congress ends.

The Energy of AYL

Step into the room where the next generation of Filipino leaders is forged.

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"My AYLC experience served as the best and strongest foundation of my life of service and other-centeredness, and I would be forever grateful to and for this community for keeping my compass in check in times of confusion and doubt."

Niña TerolAYLC 1999

Applications close November 30, 2026

Ready to step up?
The nation is waiting.

Join the 26th batch of the Ayala Young Leaders and take your place among the young leaders shaping the Philippines.

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