International Leadership Academy 2026 Participants Meet with Social Impact Expert Kseniya Verba

On May 29, 2026, as part of the International Leadership Academy 2026 at the Kazakhstan-American Free University (KAFU), participants had the opportunity to meet with Kseniya Verba, an expert in social initiatives, sustainable development, and international social projects.

During the meeting, she shared her professional experience and spoke about the implementation of socially significant projects, cooperation between the business and non-profit sectors, and the role of leadership in creating positive change within society.

Special attention was given to the topics of values-based leadership, social responsibility, youth initiative development, and the search for effective solutions to current social challenges. Academy participants discussed the qualities required of modern leaders, the principles of building successful teams, and the importance of long-term vision for the sustainable development of projects.

The meeting was held in an open-dialogue format and generated significant interest among the students. Participants had the opportunity to ask questions, receive practical advice, and learn about real-life examples of international social initiatives.

Such meetings are an important component of the International Leadership Academy program, enabling participants to gain new knowledge, broaden their perspectives, and learn from leaders who are implementing meaningful projects in various areas of public life.