YUVA NAVIKAEmpowering The Next Generation
Join us at Navika 8th Vishwa Sammelana 2025 for three extraordinary youth programs designed to nurture talents, foster entrepreneurship, and guide educational journeys.
Navika 2025
Venue
RP Funding Center
701 W Lime St, Lakeland, FL
Dates
August 29-31, 2025
Who Can Attend
Youth ages 7-20 and parents
Empowering Youth at Navika Vishwa Sammelana
The YUVA NAVIKA initiative at the 8th Navika Vishwa Kannada Samavesha 2025 is dedicated to empowering the next generation through entrepreneurship, education, and cultural expression.
Foster Entrepreneurship
We believe that principled entrepreneurs are the real heroes and role models for the next generation, inspiring innovation and community contribution.
Guide Education
Providing crucial guidance and expert resources to help young people navigate their educational journey with confidence and clarity.
Celebrate Talent
Showcasing and nurturing the diverse talents of our youth while promoting cultural expression and Kannada heritage on an international platform.
Three Exciting Opportunities for Young Minds
Explore our specially designed programs for youth development at Navika 2025
Yuva Udyami MeLa
Startup Sprouts
A unique entrepreneurship fair for young minds to develop their brands and launch mini-businesses.
Age Groups:
ದಾರಿ ದೀಪ / Daari Deepa
A Guiding Light to College
College preparation sessions for students and parents with expert guidance on admissions.
Age Groups:
ನಾವಿಕ ಯುವ ಪ್ರತಿಭೆ / Yuva Pratibhe
NAVIKA Rising Stars
Talent showcase for young artists to perform at the Vishwa Kannada Samavesha.
Age Groups:
Yuva Udyami MeLa – Startup Sprouts
Experience a unique opportunity where young minds take their first step into the world of entrepreneurship! Children will develop their own brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and finally launch their mini business at our one-day marketplace.
We believe that principled entrepreneurs are the real heroes and role models for the next generation. Whether it's a globally recognized name like Elon Musk or Oprah Winfrey, or the thousands of unsung business owners who innovate, create jobs, and give back to their communities—each one inspires the spirit of entrepreneurship in our youth.
What to Expect:
- Each business will be given a booth with an 8-foot table (to share with one other business), and 1-2 chairs.
- We will accept up to 40 businesses, with no more than 3 participants per business.
- Special awards for "Highest Business Potential" and "Best Presentation".
Age Groups
7-9 years
First steps into business concepts
10-11 years
Developing basic business and marketing skills
12-14 years
Creating more complex business models and strategies
What's Included:
- •Booth space
- •Business mentorship
- •Recognition for participants
ದಾರಿ ದೀಪ / Daari Deepa – A Guiding Light to College
Are you a middle or high school student planning for college? Are you a parent looking for guidance on how to support your child's journey to college? Join us for an information and Q&A session covering key aspects of college preparation led by education professionals and National Merit Scholars!
What You'll Learn:
- SAT & ACT Preparation – Tips and strategies to improve test scores.
- Essay Writing Guidance – How to write strong college application essays.
- Scholarship Applications – Finding and applying for scholarships.
- Expert Insights – Advice from professionals and college students on navigating the college admissions process.
- Q&A session – Get your specific questions answered by experts.
Who Should Attend
Middle School Students
Prepare early and plan ahead!
High School Students
Get critical insights for college applications
Parents
Learn how to best support your child's college journey
What's Included:
- •Expert presentations
- •Q&A session
- •Resource materials
ನಾವಿಕ ಯುವ ಪ್ರತಿಭೆ / Yuva Pratibhe – NAVIKA Rising Stars
ನಿಮ್ಮ ಪ್ರತಿಭೆಯನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ವ ಮಟ್ಟದ ವೇದಿಕೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರದರ್ಶಿಸಲು ಇಚ್ಛಿಸುವ ಯುವ ಪ್ರತಿಭಾವಂತರಿಗೆ ಈ ಅದ್ಭುತ ಅವಕಾಶ! ನಾವಿಕ ಯುವ ಪ್ರತಿಭೆ 12 ರಿಂದ 20 ವರ್ಷದ ಪ್ರತಿಭಾವಂತರಿಗಾಗಿ ವಿಶೇಷ ಆಯ್ಕೆ ಪ್ರಕ್ರಿಯೆ ನಡೆಸುತ್ತಿದೆ.
Are you a young and talented performer eager to take the stage at Navika Vishwa Kannada Sammelana 2025? Here's your chance! Navika Yuva Pratibhe invites passionate individuals aged 12-20 years to audition and showcase their talents.
Talent Categories:
Stand-up Comedy
(Kannada)
Instrumental Music
Singing
Dance
(Solo/Group)
Acting
How to Participate:
- 1Record a 2-minute audition video of your performance.
- 2Submit your video by May 15, 2025.
- 3Shortlisted candidates will be notified and guided to practice for their final stage performance.
Selection Criteria
Talent & Skill
How well you perform your art
Creativity
Uniqueness and originality of your performance
Confidence & Stage Presence
How confidently you present yourself
Connection to Kannada Culture
Use of Kannada language, music, or themes
Presentation
Clarity, preparation, and quality of your audition video
The decision of the selection committee is final.
Last date to register: May 1st, 2025
Register for the 8th NAVIKA Vishwa Kannada Samavesha
Join us August 29-31, 2025 at the RP Funding Center in Lakeland, Florida
Yuva Udyami MeLa
Entrepreneurship fair for ages 7-14
- Develop business skills
- Create and sell products
- Win special recognition
Daari Deepa
College preparation guidance
- SAT & ACT preparation
- Essay writing guidance
- Expert Q&A sessions
Yuva Pratibhe
Talent showcase for ages 12-20
- Perform on international stage
- Showcase various talents
- Connect with Kannada culture
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our events
The Navika Yuva Udyami MeLa inspires children to discover their inner entrepreneur. This one-day market gives children the opportunity to showcase their very own businesses. Children will develop their own brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and finally launch their mini business at our marketplace.
Daari Deepa is a college preparation information session for students and parents. It covers key aspects like SAT & ACT preparation, essay writing guidance, scholarship applications, and includes expert insights from professionals and college students on navigating the college admissions process.
To participate in Yuva Pratibhe, record a 2-minute audition video of your performance and submit it by May 15, 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be notified and guided to practice for their final stage performance. The talent showcase includes categories like stand-up comedy, instrumental music, singing, dance, and acting.