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18 & 19 January · CES Bengaluru’25

Civil Engagement Summit 2025

Chapter: Bengaluru

Civil Engagement Summit

What is CES?

CES stands for Civil Engagement Summit, an initiative by Inspire India. It's a platform designed to engage youth in meaningful discussions and actions around political literacy, policy-making, and informed opinions on electoral and ideological politics. The summit includes workshops, discussions with professionals, and opportunities for participants to develop and implement their own projects, distinguishing itself from traditional Model United Nations (MUN) conferences by focusing on tangible impact and direct involvement in societal issues.

Why pick CES over an MUN?

Unlike MUNs, which simulate global diplomacy, CES (Civil Engagement Summit) focuses on actionable change within communities. CES participants engage directly with policy issues, working alongside professionals to implement real-world solutions. The summit emphasizes practical skills, civic engagement, and community impact, offering a more hands-on approach to understanding and addressing societal challenges. This makes CES a more impactful and relevant experience for those looking to drive tangible change rather than just debate theoretical issues.

Our goals at InspireIndia

At Inspire India, our goal is to create a summit where changemakers, policymakers, and students can collaborate to drive meaningful impact. We aim to foster an environment that encourages the development of projects focused on social change, civic engagement, and policy reforms. By offering workshops, excursions, and mentorship, we empower participants to take ownership of their ideas and bring them to life, ultimately building a national network of activists and leaders committed to driving positive change across India.

Benefits

Skills Fostered: Shaping the Leaders of Tomorrow

Articulate Public Speaking

Active Listening and Effective Negotiation

Critical and Analytical Thinking

Strategic Problem-solving and Initiative Building

Policy Research and Evaluation Techniques

Civic Awareness and Policy Understanding

Leadership and Impact-driven Decision-making

2 Days of Immersive Civic Engagement

Get hands-on experience tackling real-world policy challenges. Through discussions, simulations, and workshops, participants gain unique insights into governance and reform strategies, fostering active citizenship.

The Policy Lab

Dive into a dynamic team challenge where participants brainstorm, debate, and propose actionable solutions to critical social issues. Present your ideas to a panel of experts and policymakers for impactful feedback.

Changemaker Dialogues

Engage with eminent policymakers, activists, and thought leaders as they share invaluable perspectives on societal issues, empowering you to rethink and redefine solutions for collective growth.

CES Bengaluru’25

18 & 19 January

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