News & Announcements
Today, on the United Nations International Day of Friendship, we are proud to announce the launch of the San Diego–Yokohama Leadership Academy (SYLA)!
SYLA is the first leadership innovation ecosystem built on the Yoga for Leadership® framework and inspired by the enduring principles of the Sister Cities movement and people-to-people diplomacy.
Designed to empower leaders, bridge cultures, foster global collaboration, and promote peace, SYLA offers immersive leadership retreats, hands-on workshops, and transformative programs that bring people together across cultures, sectors, and communities.
True solutions to tomorrow’s challenges start with trust, understanding, and connection. We are thrilled to begin this journey and build the next generation of global leadership together.
Save the Date: Inaugural SYLA Leadership Retreat
📅 November 15, 2026
📍 San Diego, California
The inaugural SYLA Leadership Retreat will take place on November 15 in San Diego as part of the Yokohama Festival San Diego, celebrating 70 years of friendship between San Diego and Yokohama.
More exciting announcements are on the way. Stay tuned!
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