Student Conference

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About our Student Conference 2025

The Aga Khan Academy Mombasa, in collaboration with the IB Festival of Hope, is thrilled to host its first-ever student-led conference centred around Creative Arts, Culture and Service, under the inspiring hashtag #HopeThenAct. This unique event will empower students to explore Africa’s vibrant heritage, creativity and commitment to service through ubuntu, using these themes as lenses for social change. Designed by students, for students, the conference will provide a dynamic space to connect, learn and take actionable steps toward a hopeful and impactful future. Join us as we celebrate youth agency and Africa’s rich contributions to global culture and service!

What to Expect:

Creative Approaches: Discover innovative, hands-on methods in arts, culture and service that empower students to create change—starting with hope and moving towards action.

Empowering Conversations: Connect with peers in dynamic discussions about how young leaders can use their passions to drive social impact in their communities.

Actionable Takeaways: Walk away with practical strategies and insights to apply in your school or community, empowering you to turn your vision of hope into impactful change.

Workshop fees

Registration Fees: 

Early Bird: USD 100 - 1 December - 31 January

Regular: USD 150 - 1 February - 15 February

Accommodation: USD 40 per night  

Accommodation

Accommodation for the Student Conference will be provided in our vibrant on-campus residence that is homely and offers a unique and immersive boarding experience. Each spacious room, accommodating up to four students, is designed for comfort and productivity, featuring individual beds, personal work tables and shelves. With high ceilings and large windows, the rooms are bright and airy, creating a refreshing space for rest and reflection.

The residence includes separate male and female blocks, ensuring a comfortable and secure boarding experience for all attendees. The residence’s layout supports easy gender balancing in shared rooms; however, if you have more than four students of the same gender, please note that if needed, you might be sharing rooms with peers from other schools across Africa, offering a wonderful opportunity for cultural exchange and networking.

Students will also have access to several amenities, including a comfortable student lounge with a large-screen television and a stunning sea view, as well as laundry facilities for convenience. In addition, our campus offers a variety of recreational spaces such as the swimming pool, Astroturf, main field and Multi-Purpose Hall (MPH) for socialising and unwinding after each day’s activities.

Participants are expected to arrive on 22 April and depart by the morning of 26 April. Arrivals or departures outside of these dates will require personal arrangements for both transport and accommodation.

Sessions

The student conference sessions will be a dynamic, student-led experience designed by students for students. Over three inspiring days, student facilitators will guide participants through an engaging mix of workshops, insightful discussions, creative performances and interactive activities. The first two days will feature skill-building workshops, thought-provoking panel discussions and collaborative activities that delve into themes of service, creative arts and cultural expression.

On the final day, participants will take part in immersive hands-on experiences, including a dedicated service day, an art exploration day and cultural sessions led by on-ground experts. This unique opportunity will allow students to dive deeply into local culture, fostering connections through art, service and cultural exchange, and empowering them to apply the "Hope Then Act" mindset in meaningful ways.

We are looking for passionate students who are excited and willing to be part of the student team by hosting either a workshop, activity etc. If you and your team are interested, kindly fill out this form and get in touch with the student conference design team at servicelearning@agakhanacademies.org.

Registration form

To register click here

Each school is allowed to register a maximum of eight students and two adult chaperones. If your school has more, kindly get in touch with us through the contact email below. While selecting students, please remember the dynamic of 4 students in a room in the residence.

An invoice will be sent to you once we receive the payment confirmation. The fees must be paid in full before the deadline and a receipt will be issued.

For any queries, please contact the organising team at servicelearning@agakhanacademies.org.