Q: What is the goal of the Hindu NextGen Retreat?

The goal of this summit is to bring together HSC chapter leaders from across North America & the Caribbean to promote unity, foster collaboration, provide hands-on leadership training, discuss brand new chapter initiatives, and strategize on how to best lead and grow an HSC chapter. Along with meeting other chapter executives from around the continent, there will also be plenty of opportunities for team bonding, fun, and games during the summit.

Q: What does the Retreat programming look like?

A draft schedule will be shared in the upcoming days for those who register. At a high level, there will be chapter development workshops, trivia, leadership sessions, a review of HSC’s mission/vision, yoga & meditation sessions, team bonding activities & games, guest speakers (spiritual & professional), and quite a bit more.

Q: Who is invited to this Retreat?

The Summit is open to all youth interested in Hindu culture and in developing leadership skills.

Q: How do I register for this Summit?

Registration is very limited. To reserve a spot at the summit, registrants must register using the form above. The registration fee is due at the time of registration and is non-refundable. To reserve a seat at the summit, students must submit the fee along with the registration form.

Q: What flights should I book?

Please book flights that arrive at Orlando International Airport (MCO). The retreat center is approximately 50 minutes by car from MCO, though you are also welcome to fly into Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB), but note that it is generally slightly further away. We will be happy to help coordinate carpooling options for attendees needing a ride from the airport to the retreat center. Please feel free to reach out to us for help in picking the correct flight times, and once you have booked, please email your itinerary to [email protected]. If you’re traveling by train, the closest station is Orlando Health/Amtrak Station, though a car ride to the retreat center will still be necessary from there.

Q: What is included in registration?

Hotel stay and meals will be covered by HSC during the summit. Lodging will be provided from Friday (1/22) afternoon until Sunday (1/25) morning. Travel expenses are not covered in the registration fee. Please make your own arrangements. We can assist in picking appropriate arrival and departure times.

We highly recommend students to work with their university student body to get reimbursement for the registration fee and travel expenses – we can send you a formal invitation letter that students can use to submit to the University along with the funding request. Please contact [email protected] to set up a meeting with us on how to request funds from your university.

Q: Is there any financial aid available?

Students who are in need of financial assistance or have questions regarding payment please contact [email protected].