What are the criterias to apply?

To be considered as a participant, you need to meet the following criteria:

• 18-35 years old;

• Running for national or European elections, have an ambition to run for an office or want to work in the political sphere;

• Have strong Christian values;

• Members of Member Organizations or individual member of ECPYouth are encouraged to apply;

• Be willing to commit to a three-months program;

• Responsibly approach the activities and homework assignments.

Do I need to pay for the program?

Participants are expected to pay the fee of €100 which covers the participation along with all the training, coaching and lectures, hotel costs and dinners. The travel costs for each event need to be paid by a participant.

We offer the possibility of paying in two installments.

Where will the program be held?

The program consists of a mixture of online and in-person events and activities. The in-person events happen in Strasbourg, France and Brussels, Belgium.

How can I apply?

All interested candidates need to submit need to submit their CV and letter of interest to secretary@ecpyouth.eu. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a 30-minutes interview. Go to ‘Apply’ section for more detailed information.

When will I know if I am selected?

The results will be announced by February 15. Both successful and non-successful candidates will be notified via email.

Can I miss one of the events?

Due to the competitive nature of the program and the fast-paced training structure, we expect our participants to be present at all stages of the program. The exception can be made in the cases of unforeseen illness.