Deadline: November 10, 2026
Applications are open for the CEPS & Heinrich Böll Stiftung Climate Leadership Programme 2027. The Climate Leadership Programme is a joint initiative of CEPS and Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung designed to support young people who are already active in climate policy, advocacy or entrepreneurship in their own contexts.
From December 2026 to February 2027, participants will take part in online masterclasses and skills training covering EU climate governance, diplomacy, policy writing and communication. Attendance during this phase is mandatory, and only participants who complete it will proceed to the Brussels programme.
From 28 February to 6 March 2027, participants will spend a week in Brussels, gaining first-hand insight into the EU policy landscape and taking part in CEPS Ideas Lab, which brings together policymakers, researchers, business leaders and civil society to discuss the major challenges and opportunities facing Europe. Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung will also organise a complementary side programme in Brussels, with further details shared with selected participants.
Costs
- Travel, visa and accommodation costs for the Brussels week will be covered by the programme.
Eligibility
- They are looking for eight young climate leaders who:
- are aged 20–30;
- have a strong interest in climate action and are already engaged in climate policy, advocacy or entrepreneurship in their own context;
- bring a specific initiative, such as a policy proposal, an advocacy campaign or a venture;
- have a good command of English and can participate in online sessions and activities in Brussels;
- are available to attend the online programme from December 2026 to February 2027 and the Brussels programme from 28 February to 6 March 2027.
- Applications are open to candidates worldwide.
- They particularly welcome applicants from the following countries:
- 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.
- The programme aims to bring together a gender-balanced cohort with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
Application
Applicants must submit:
- A CV
- A reference letter
- A completed written application questionnaire
Complete the application questionnaire here and send your CV and reference letter (in English) to [email protected] by 10 November 2026, 23:59 CET, with “Climate Leadership Programme – [Full Name]” in the subject line. Only complete applications will be considered.
Successful applicants will be notified by the end of November 2026.
For more information, visit CEPS & Heinrich Böll Stiftung Climate Leadership Programme.
