CEPS & Heinrich Böll Stiftung Climate Leadership Programme 2027 in Brussels
Brief Description
Applications are now open for the CEPS & Heinrich Böll Stiftung Climate Leadership Programme 2027, a joint initiative designed to empower young climate policy advocates, activists, and entrepreneurs worldwide. If you are actively driving climate action in your local context, this Fully Funded Leadership Program Brussels initiative offers you a direct pathway into European governance and diplomacy networks. Selected participants complete mandatory online masterclasses and skills training from December 2026 to February 2027 focused on policy writing, diplomacy, and EU climate governance. You will then travel to Brussels from 28 February to 6 March 2027 to participate in the CEPS Ideas Lab alongside international policymakers, researchers, and civil society leaders. You can apply if you want to elevate your climate initiative on a global stage.Name of Host Institution
CEPS (Centre for European Policy Studies) and Heinrich-Böll-StiftungRequirements/Eligibility Criteria
- Aged 20, 30 at the time of application.
- Open to applicants worldwide, with particular encouragement for candidates from Albania, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Cambodia, countries in Central America, Chile, China, Colombia, Georgia, India, Iraq, Israel, Kenya, Kosovo, Lebanon, Mexico, Montenegro, Morocco, Nigeria, North Macedonia, Palestine, Peru, Senegal, Serbia, South Africa, South Korea, Syria, Tanzania, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkey, Uganda, and Ukraine.
- Must be actively engaged in climate policy, advocacy, or entrepreneurship and bring a specific initiative (such as a policy proposal, advocacy campaign, or venture).
- Demonstrate a good command of English to participate in online masterclasses and in-person activities in Brussels.
- Must be fully available to attend mandatory online sessions from December 2026 to February 2027 and the full in-person programme in Brussels from 28 February to 6 March 2027.
Financial Benefits
- Full coverage of travel costs to and from Brussels.
- Full coverage of visa expenses for the in-person stay.
- Accommodation costs provided for the entire duration of the Brussels week.
Required Documents and Submission
- Completed application questionnaire.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) written in English.
- One reference letter written in English.
- Submission sent by email with the exact subject line: “Climate Leadership Programme, [Full Name]”.
Deadline
10 November 2026 at 23:59 CET. Successful applicants will be notified by the end of November 2026.📌 Read More
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