Deadline: July 19, 2026
Applications are open for the Africa-Europe Youth Academy (AEYA) New Leaders Lab 2026. With funding from the European Union, the Africa-Europe Youth Academy (AEYA) project is launching its first cohort of the New Leaders LAB. The New Leaders Lab (NLL) is a leadership programme with an entrepreneurial, civic, and community focus. It combines thematic learning modules, practical workshops, personalized support, and peer-to-peer learning opportunities. It is expected to last between 3 to 4 months.
The New Leaders LAB (NLL) is designed for all young people, women and men, from all walks of life and school. Only your motivation, your leadership potential and your desire to contribute to the development of your community through a concrete project idea count.
Eligibility
You can apply to the New Leaders Lab, if:
- You are between 18 and 30 years old;
- You reside in one of the 19 eligible countries: Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Congo, Côte d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Guinea, Kenya, Malawi, Mauritania, Mozambique, Niger, Rwanda, Senegal, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Zambia.
- You have a basic knowledge of French, English or Portuguese,
- You are involved in community, associative or entrepreneurial initiatives or wish to become more involved in your community;
- You have an idea for a project or company to implement;
- Your idea focuses on the themes of climate change, rural development, urban development, social inclusion and gender, entrepreneurship, etc.
Application
For more information, visit AEYA New Leaders Lab.
