In partnership with Faith in Leadership at St. Benet’s Hall, University of Oxford:

Varchasva - National Hindu Youth Leadership Programme

About Varchasva

Created by Yog Foundation in collaboration with the world renowned leadership training experts at Faith in Leadership at St. Benet’s Hall, University of Oxford, Varchasva is the UK’s national youth leadership programme for young British Hindus.

Unique and the first of its kind, the programme fosters a holistic approach to leadership development, with an emphasis on leadership of the self and not just of others. This is applied in every aspect of their being, including education, career, socially and spiritually.

The programme is suitable for young Hindus aged 18-25 who have a demonstrable interest in leadership and takes place over three residential modules on three weekends between July 2025 and March 2026.

Why should I apply?

Those who have completed Varchasva have found it profoundly transformational.

This unique programme, tailored specifically for British Hindu youth, develops and enhances your character, confidence and effectiveness as a leader using methods usually only available to high office holders from the corporate world and the public sector. It will also help you discover and define your identity as a young Hindu in British society.

The programme brings you together with young Hindu changemakers from across the UK and encourages a new generation of faith leaders to recognise the best in yourself and in one another to inspire, empower and bring forth Dharma and values-led change.

Testimonials

“Doubt. Something that always used to revolve at the back of my mind. Through Varchasva, you have directed me to the light inside myself and given me pride in my identity and community. Thank you for organising a fantastic programme.”

Samahit

Participant, Varchasva 2022-2023

"Varchasva has changed my life in more ways than one. I feel so blessed to be part of such a well- intentioned beautifully organised program. It’s given me a family away from family. Being around such amazing role models has encouraged me to be proud of my identity live each day with faith and Bhagwan in my heart."

Ritzy

Participant, Varchasva 2022-2023

“Varchasva has changed my life in more ways than one. I feel so blessed to be part of such a well- intentioned beautifully organised program. It’s given me a family away from family. Being around such amazing role models has encouraged me to be proud of my identity live each day with faith and Bhagwan in my heart.”

Ritzy

Participant, Varchasva 2022-2023

“Thank you for showing us the potential we always had, showing us the courage we always had and inspiring us to do anything we want to achieve alongside our faith”
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Madhuja

Participant, Varchasva 2022-2023

"Words aren’t enough to thank your pivotal role in my development. Opened my eyes to new forms of leadership, and allowed me to express my Dharma and my Shraddha in newfound ways. My heartfelt Dhanyavaad to you all, and I hope to emulate your path."

Samyak

Participant, Varchasva 2022-2023

“Words aren’t enough to thank your pivotal role in my development. Opened my eyes to new forms of leadership, and allowed me to express my Dharma and my Shraddha in newfound ways. My heartfelt Dhanyavaad to you all, and I hope to emulate your path.”

Samyak

Participant, Varchasva 2022-2023

"Taking part in Varchasva presented Hinduism to me from a fresh perspective that allowed me to connect to it and build a genuine understanding of the values it teaches- especially in the context of leadership"

Saanchi

Participant, Varchasva 2021-2022

Eligibility

To apply for this programme, you should be:

• 18 - 25 years old
• Have a desire to learn more about leadership and develop your own capacity as a leader
• Have a record of involvement and participation within the community
• Open to learning from and with fellow young Hindus
  
• Be available for three long weekends (arranged with university students' availability in mind) between July 2025 - March 2026. The first module will be between Friday 11th - Sunday 13th July 2025.

Applications now closed