On March 15, 2019, the Sejong Institute held the opening ceremony for the 8th class of Sejong Academy for Young Leaders. From March 15 to June 21, 2019, twenty students will participate in bi-weekly lecture and discussion sessions to deepen their knowledge and understanding of issues related to diplomacy, national security, and unification. Furthermore, they will visit several historical sites relevant to national security during the three-month period.