Hybrid series of courses – 4 stops: online via Zoom (June), Chisinau (July), Warsaw
(September-October), Budapest (December)

Target countries: Armenia, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine

29 June – 11 December, 2026

We are excited to announce that the Robert Schuman Institute (RSI), in cooperation with the Christian Democratic International Center (KIC Sweden), is launching the 2026 edition of its flagship hybrid programme titled “Empowering through Advocacy: Advancing Youth and Women in Political Parties.”
Building on the results and lessons of previous editions, this advanced, action-oriented series is designed to move beyond advocacy planning toward real implementation, policy influence, and institutional impact. The programme aims to empower young political actors (particularly women and youth) by equipping them with practical tools to design, implement, and translate advocacy campaigns into concrete policy or organizational reform proposals within their political parties.
Through a structured combination of expert-led sessions, hands-on workshops, mentoring, and campaign implementation, participants will strengthen their ability to influence decision-making processes, contribute to inclusive governance, and drive democratic change from within their political environments.

Please find the detailed information and requirements to apply below: