Call for Applications: Empower – Regional Leadership Lab 2026
| Call for Applications: Empower – Regional Leadership Lab 2026
27–28 November 2026
Riga, Latvia
Open to young leaders from the Baltic States, Poland, and Germany
Empower – Regional Leadership Lab 2026 is a two-day event bringing together emerging political and community leaders from across the region. Participants will have the opportunity to strengthen their leadership skills, exchange ideas, discuss regional challenges, and build connections with peers from across Europe.
What to expect
Interactive leadership workshops
International networking and collaboration
Discussions on regional challenges and opportunities
Exchange of ideas and experiences
Opportunities to build lasting cross-border connections
Who can apply
Young people aged 18–30 from Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, Germany, and Poland
Those involved in youth organisations, civic initiatives, political activities, or community engagement
Applicants interested in politics, international relations, security, and leadership
Participants motivated to develop their leadership skills and contribute to international cooperation
Applicants with a good command of English who are available to attend both days
How to apply
Send your CV and motivation letter to [email protected].
Application deadline: 10 November 2026
Travel and accommodation costs will be covered.
Organised by the Latvian Transatlantic Organisation (LATO) in cooperation with the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) and YATA Latvia.


