Episode 14: Young Leaders, Global Impact: CAW at One Young World

In November 2025, the global spotlight will shine on Munich, Germany, as over 2,000 young leaders from more than 190 countries come together for the One Young World Summit—a global forum dedicated to driving social impact and sustainable change. Once again, Chartered Accountants Worldwide (CAW) will be at the heart of this global conversation, sending a diverse and inspiring delegation of young professionals who exemplify what it means to lead with purpose.A Global Gathering for ChangeFrom 3–6 November, delegates will participate in four transformative days of speeches, panels, and workshops—all centred on five urgent global challenges:Education AccessCircular EconomyResponsible Technology DevelopmentAnti-Hate InitiativesPeace and SecurityThrough dialogue, collaboration, and innovation, these emerging leaders will help shape global solutions to the issues that matter most.Meet the Chartered Accountants Worldwide DelegationThe 2025 CAW delegation represents not only geographical diversity but also the incredible range of impact Chartered Accountants are making worldwide.Khethiwe Sibanyoni (South Africa) – Audit trainee at Deloitte and founder of Khethi’s Foundation, dedicated to supporting survivors of gender-based violence. Her work has earned national recognition and corporate partnership with Deloitte Africa.Christiaan Coetzee (South Africa) – Creator of The Audit Toolbar, an Excel-based solution revolutionizing audit workflows, used by over 300 firms globally. Winner of SAICA’s Top 35 Under 35 (2024).Sitali Chiuyu (Zambia) – Head of Internal Audit at Kapasa Makasa University and founder of a financial institution promoting entrepreneurship and financial inclusion.Rebecca Casey (Australia/New Zealand) – Senior Risk Manager with a decade of experience in risk culture and governance, representing CA ANZ.Jaspreet Rayat (England & Wales) – Chartered Accountant and Council Member of ICAEW, championing social mobility and leading the Student Council.Laura Mason (Scotland) – Finance and data specialist driving public sector innovation, renewable energy projects, and mental health tech initiatives.Sophie Sweeney (Ireland) – Lecturer and researcher at the University of Galway, and Chartered Star 2025, exploring fiscal citizenship and inclusive accounting education.Saad Bin Asim Zubairi (Pakistan) – Bahrain-based professional with nine years of Big Four experience, advocating for ethical AI and emerging technology governance.Each delegate represents a new generation of accountants redefining the profession—not as mere number crunchers, but as ethical changemakers applying financial insight to solve real-world problems.Beyond the Balance SheetAt One Young World, the CAW delegation will not only engage with global peers but also challenge and collaborate with world leaders, returning home as ambassadors for change. They’ll bring back insights, networks, and renewed energy to strengthen their ongoing initiatives—whether that’s empowering communities, driving digital transformation, or advancing sustainability.For Chartered Accountants Worldwide, participation in the summit is about more than attendance—it’s an investment in the future of ethical leadership. It’s a reminder that the skills accountants bring to the table—integrity, analytical thinking, and accountability—are exactly what the world needs in times of uncertainty and change.Looking AheadAs Munich once again welcomes the One Young World community, the message is clear: leadership grounded in ethics and collaboration can create global ripples of positive impact.Follow the Chart