INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM ON EDUCATION (ILPE)
The International Leadership Program on Education (ILPE) is a flagship initiative of GEIST International Foundation and Global Leadership Innovation Center (GILC), focused on enhancing students’ English proficiency, leadership, and critical thinking. Now in its fourth edition, ILPE continues to engage youth from across Bangladesh through a combination of theoretical and practical learning experiences aimed at unlocking their hidden potential. Since its inception, ILPE has reached over 25,000 students. The first edition in 2019 engaged 4,860 participants, followed by a Dhaka event and 30 students representing Bangladesh internationally. The second edition in 2021 was held virtually due to COVID-19, involving 1,388 students. In 2023, the third edition welcomed over 5,900 participants. The fourth edition in 2024 successfully involved 10,558 students, and the fifth edition in 2025 reached 11,889 students. ILPE introduces a Teacher Leadership Component, recognizing the important role of educators. The program aims to promote communication skills, cultural exchange, leadership development, global citizenship, creativity, and community engagement – empowering the next generation of leaders both nationally and globally.