In the current global landscape, the world is undergoing a transformative phase characterized by shifts in power dynamics, challenges such as pandemics, and a pervasive sense of uncertainty caused by protracted war and trade disputes. The ideals of globalization, once held in high regard, have encountered setbacks due to the actions and inactions of various stakeholders. In this evolving environment, the imperative for leadership centered on human values cannot be overstated. To narrate the significance of leadership in this contemporary world, The Centre for Governance Studies (CGS) is set to host the inaugural edition of the Global Directions Conclave (GDC) from July 01, 2024, to July 10, 2024 in in Dhaka and Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh.