ASEAN Future Catalyst Fellowship

AFCF

The ASEAN Future Catalyst Fellowship program is a 10-week online journey designed to help aspiring changemakers explore social entrepreneurship, build impactful projects, and connect with like-minded youths across ASEAN.

The Fellowship empowers participants to harness technology as a force for positive social impact. Through hands-on workshops, mentorship, and community building, participants take their ideas from 0 to 0.5, gaining clarity, confidence, and collaboration along the way.

The ASEAN Future Catalyst Fellowship is an initiative of the Social Impact Catalyst – Southeast Asia’s largest youth network for social impact – and a beneficiary of Quest Ventures’ Lives With Impact.

Quest’s team dedication to put everything together is so much appreciated. The course is filled with young talent from diverse backgrounds which creates valuable peer learning experiences. We love the way Quest team is very “down-to-earth” and open to share their knowledge and experience. I would highly recommend this course to university students, young professionals, and entrepreneurs who want step into venture capital for a rewarding career or for nailing your fundraising. Big thanks to Quest’s efforts and engagement to help the Southeast Asia startup ecosystem thrive!

Thuy Ho

Partnership Manager, Sunwah Innovations | VIETNAM

Loved being part of Venture Capital Accelerated! Even after working in the startup industry for many years, I learned a lot and it was fantastic to get an inside look to how other VCs operate and what the gold standard looks like. I will definitely be putting this knowledge to use.

Beth Henderson

Singapore Lead, Startupbootcamp | SINGAPORE

My experience with the VCA was transformative. Through clear teaching, hands-on sessions, case studies, and simulations, the VCA provided me with a comprehensive understanding of venture capital. I am now confident to navigate the fundraising process.

Shyngyskhan Abilkassov

Machine Learning Team Lead, Unify | KAZAKHSTAN

This program is really useful for those who are passionate about startups, providing a comprehensive and in-depth look into the field of venture capital.

Tristin Nguyen

Student, FPT University | VIETNAM

Program Code: AFCF

The ASEAN Future Catalyst Fellowship Program is a 10-week online journey designed to help aspiring changemakers explore social entrepreneurship, build impactful projects, and connect with like-minded youths across ASEAN.

Lead Instructor

The AFCF is coordinated by the Social Impact Catalyst – Southeast Asia’s largest youth network for social impact. The vision of the SIC is to Empower Young Leaders, and its mission is to Inspire A Million Youths With A Social Impact Mindset.

Suitable Applicants

Age: 18 to 35 years old
Location: Open to applicants worldwide, with a strong welcome to participants from ASEAN member countries
Passion: Interest in creasting societal or environmental solutions
Openness: Willingness to collaborate
Experience: No experience needed. Open to students, professionals, and explorers.

Curriculum

The program includes:

Catalyst Intensive Bootcamp
- A 2-day deep dive into impact innovation, featuring hands-on design, founder insights, and venture capital training.
Discovery Lab
- Teams form, define problem statements, and align with relevant SDGs.
LinkedIn Personal Branding + Mentorship Round 1
- Learn LinkedIn branding essentials and meet your first mentor.
Scaling for Impact + Mentorship Round 1 (Deep Dive)
- Explore growth and sustainability for social ventures; continue mentor sessions.
Build Sprint 1:
- Start building MVPs using no-code/low-code tools and user testing.
Career Catalyst I:
- Feedback Circles: Get personalized feedback on resumes, portfolios, and career plans in mentor circles.
Storytelling Forge + Mentorship Round 2
- Master storytelling and pitch design; connect with second-round mentors.
Final Build
- Refine your idea, rehearse your pitch, re-energise!
FCF Demo Day
- Pitch your projects to judges, receive feedback, and celebrate your journey

Course Fees

Refer to latest information at Social Impact Catalyst.

Scholarships

Refer to latest information at Social Impact Catalyst.

Schedule for Singapore

Date:

17 Jan 2026 (Sat) to 21 Mar 2026 (Sat)
Applications close on 15 Nov 2025 (Sat) 2359hrs

Location:

Zoom

A Google account is required to complete the registration.

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