CEPS & Heinrich Böll Stiftung Climate Leadership Programme 2027 (Fully-Funded)

Climate Leadership Programme 2027

CEPS & Heinrich Böll Stiftung Climate Leadership Programme 2027 (Fully-Funded)

Brief Description

Applications are now open for the CEPS & Heinrich Böll Stiftung Climate Leadership Programme 2027, a joint initiative designed to empower early-career climate advocates, policymakers, and entrepreneurs worldwide. If selected, you will participate in mandatory online masterclasses from December 2026 to February 2027 covering EU climate diplomacy, governance, policy writing, and communication. Completing the virtual phase unlocks a fully-funded week in Brussels from 28 February to 6 March 2027, where you will join the CEPS Ideas Lab and attend an exclusive side programme hosted by the Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung. This opportunity is ideal for those seeking a fully funded leadership program in Brussels to scale an existing advocacy project, venture, or policy initiative on a global platform through targeted youth climate advocacy grants.

Name of Host Institution

Centre for European Policy Studies (CEPS) & Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung

Requirements/Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for one of the eight available spots, you must meet the following criteria:
  • Be aged 20 to 30 years old at the time of application.
  • Demonstrate active engagement in climate policy, advocacy, or entrepreneurship in your local or national context.
  • Bring a specific initiative to the programme, such as an active policy proposal, advocacy campaign, or enterprise.
  • Possess a strong command of spoken and written English to actively participate in online modules and Brussels events.
  • Be fully available for the online module (December 2026, February 2027) and the in-person summit in Brussels (28 February, 6 March 2027).
  • Candidates of any nationality may apply worldwide, though applicants from target developing and partner nations, including Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, Senegal, Uganda, Tanzania, Morocco, Tunisia, Georgia, Ukraine, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, India, and Turkey, are particularly welcomed.

Benefits

The organizers will cover all travel, visa, and accommodation expenses associated with attending the in-person week in Brussels.

Application Materials

Applicants must complete the official application questionnaire and submit the following materials in English via email to the address specified on the official portal:
  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  • One formal reference letter.
  • Subject line must follow the exact format: “Climate Leadership Programme, [Full Name]”.

Deadline

November 10, 2026 (at 23:59 CET). Successful candidates will receive notification by the end of November 2026.

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Q: What expenses are covered by the Climate Leadership Programme 2027?

The programme fully covers international travel costs, visa processing fees, and hotel accommodation for the week-long summit in Brussels.

Q: Is the online phase of the fellowship mandatory?

Yes, full attendance in the online masterclasses running from December 2026 to February 2027 is required to qualify for the Brussels trip.

Q: How many applicants will be selected for the 2027 cohort?

The organisers will select eight young climate leaders for the cohort, ensuring gender balance and diverse geographic backgrounds.


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