Three participants featured in this sharing come from different cities and backgrounds, brought together in the NextGen classroom by their respective strengths and original aspirations.
Long Chang’e is a student supported by the Hunan Red Cross Education Development Foundation. Deep‑engaged in public‑welfare work, she is driven by kindness and a strong sense of responsibility. Cai Zhidan studies Accounting at Xiamen University. With outstanding academic performance, she has secured a postgraduate offer in Management Science and Engineering at Zhejiang University, equipping her with both rational thinking and practical capabilities. Li Yuxiang, from Hefei, Anhui Province, stood out through rounds of selection in a photography competition and earned his place in this programme.
Over these few days, the fully‑English immersive courses and project‑based practice have brought abundant rewards and all‑round personal breakthroughs to every participant. Most valuable of all is their hands‑on grasp of leadership. Previously, their understanding of leadership was largely limited to textbook theories. The NextGen programme challenges participants to conceive, implement and refine a complete innovative project within five days, enabling them to hone core competencies through real‑world practice.
Furthermore, the courses have reshaped their perception of philanthropy. Participants have come to truly realise that philanthropy is never exclusive to a small group. Every ordinary person holds the power to warm others and spread kindness through small acts — this stands as their most precious spiritual takeaway from the programme.
These five days were brief yet meaningful. From understanding theories to putting ideas into practice, from pursuing perfection to learning trade‑offs, from clinging to one’s own views to embracing humble collaboration, the young people have achieved dual transformation in self‑awareness and capabilities within the NextGen classroom.
