Project Description

1. Leadership Boot Camp (LBC) 

The Leadership Boot Camp (LBC) is one of the flagship initiatives of 100 Smiles Foundation, organized in collaboration with the Youth Parliament Program and the Council for Transforming India. It is a premier 3-day immersive residential program designed to empower youth in the areas of Public Policy, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and Technology. 

Held at VNR VJIET, Hyderabad (Feb 21st–23rd, 2020), the Boot Camp brought together 25+ eminent speakers and 100+ delegates for a dynamic exchange of ideas, dialogue, and actionable insights. Beyond sessions, participants engaged in networking activities, Crescendo (dinner & social evening), and high-level interactions with leaders across sectors. 

What is LBC? 

1. LBC provides youth with unique networking and knowledge-sharing opportunities, enabling them to engage directly with policy makers, thought leaders, and change makers. The program helps participants: 
2. Explore the world of policy development and international affairs. 
3. Gain exposure to the ground realities of governance and development. 
4. Engage in healthy discussions and analysis of ongoing and future reform agendas. 
5. Visit institutions, interact with experts, and learn how organizations implement solutions for global challenges. 
6. Join a growing network of young leaders and changemakers committed to sustainable progress. 

Highlights of LBC 2020 

Keynote Sessions & Panels by eminent personalities: 

1. Why Independent Constitutional Institutions are Vital for Governance & Development – V. V. Lakshmi Narayana, Former IPS, ADGP Mumbai. 
2. Role of Youth in Reforming Policy and Polity – Lavu Sri Krishna (MP, 17th Lok Sabha) & Sri Bharat Mathukumilli (President, GITAM University). 
3. Detaxation, Deregulation & Decentralization for Better Society & Economy – Amir Ullah Khan, Economist & Advisor. 
4. SDG on Quality Education: Ways to Improve Outcomes – Konda Vishweshwar Reddy, Entrepreneur & Former MP. 
5. The Need for Liberal Reforms in Economy & Society – Dr. Jayaprakash Narayan, Former IAS & Founder, Loksatta Party. 
6. Civil Society Dialogues – Role of NGOs and citizen groups in achieving SDGs. Through the Leadership Boot Camp, 100 Smiles Foundation is building a bridge between youth and key players in the global reform platform. It equips participants with practical insights, theoretical frameworks, and leadership skills to drive meaningful change in society. This initiative continues to stand as a pillar of transformation, nurturing a generation of youth leaders who will shape policy, innovation, and sustainable development for the future. 

2. Youth Parliament Program (YPP) 

The Youth Parliament Program is another core initiative of 100 Smiles Foundation, designed to create a platform for the youth to speak up, debate, and actively engage in the policy direction of the nation. It empowers young citizens to contribute ideas, challenge the status quo, and influence the national change agenda through structured debates, simulations, and parliamentary-style discussions. 

Key Sessions Conducted: 

1. Agricultural Crisis & Farmer Suicides in India – A dialogue on rural distress and systemic solutions. 
2. Women’s Parliament on Women Empowerment – Highlighting challenges and reforms to strengthen gender equality. 
3. National Education policy - Every child deserves a quality education Through these sessions, YPP builds a culture of informed dialogue and civic engagement, inspiring youth to take responsibility in shaping policies that define the country’s progress.