Empowering Youth. Incubating Policy.

Applications for our 2023 - 2024 cohort of fellows are CLOSED.

Where Legacy Meets The Future

Building on our decade-long experience in organizing conferences, piloting policy projects and releasing publications, in 2023, European Horizons launches its first edition of the “Transatlantic Leaders Fellowship Programme” - a transformative vocational journey for students and young professionals to join through our global network where all our initiatives unite into one dynamic framework fit for youth-led policy incubation.

Outline

October

Begin your journey

The current edition of the Fellowship Programme will host 80 outstanding undergraduate and graduate students from both Europe and North America grouped into 20 operating teams.

November

Programme kick-off

In true transatlantic spirit, the Programme will be kicked off by two regional Fall Policy Conventions (FPCs) in November, one in London and one in Washington D.C.. These will provide an introduction to policy making through a mix of expert panels, keynote addresses, and workshops on topics such as policy analysis, policy design and implementation, and effective communication.

December

Deepen your expertise

Fellows on both sides of the Atlantic will participate in 8 Online Masterclasses, running from December to March which will provide insights and mentorship from subject matter experts on the role of transatlanticism in North America and Europe, as well as offer deep dives on the year’s policy priorities, Transatlantic Security, Energy & Environment and Democratic Technology.Throughout, they will also have the chance to publish their policy recommendations on Transatlantic Perspectives, our short-form media label.

April

Advocate for change

Our flagship European Student Conference (ESC) hosted in Brussels will draw together fellows and top-tier decision-makers from politics, business, and academia to discuss their innovative solutions to the critical challenges in transatlantic affairs today. Whilst benefiting from the guidance and perspective of such experts, participants will work in their groups towards a Public Policy Consultation, the best of which will be published with one of our partner organisations, stimulating concrete policy shifts in the transatlantic arena.

Why join?

Engage with Diverse Perspectives

Expect to connect with outstanding students from both Europe and North America. Our alumni, current members and past conference participants come from a range of academic institutions and cultural backgrounds, spanning across three continents. 

Acquire Hands-on Experience

Throughout the Fellowship, you will work on real policy projects, engage with expert panels, and attend workshops. You will also get the chance to contribute to our short-form media outlet, Transatlantic Perspectives.

Craft Tangible Policy Change

As the culmination of your journey, each team will craft a Public Policy Consultation and have the opportunity to co-publish it with an external partner. As such, you will be at the forefront of transatlantic policy shifts advocating for the youth’s interest. 

Build Atlantic Leadership

Standout participants will have the opportunity to join our Leadership Programme and help us build a new generation of transatlantic leaders. 

FAQs

  • The Transatlantic Leaders Fellowship Programme only accepts group applications. Groups are formed by either 3 or 4 people. You can apply as a Chapter Delegation or as an External Group. If you are eager to apply but don’t have a group, reach out to our Policy Portfolio and we will try to match you with other applicants around you !

  • If successful, groups will be asked to pay a flat participation fee.

    Early bird ticket: $240 (per group)

    Standard ticket: $300 (per group)

    This will include access to all activities of the fellowship, FPCs, Masterclasses and ESC but not travel and accommodation costs to these. If you are a Chapter and need help covering these additional costs, reach out to our Chapters Portfolio and we will help you liaise with your university for funding.

  • Yes ! We accept mixed teams as well as teams from the LAD and APAC regions. In the application form, you should still select a track (Europe or North America) as this will determine where you attend the Fall Policy Convention (London or Washington D.C.).

  • For all application, logistical and financial details of the Programme, please consult our Application Booklet. If you have further questions, contact our Policy Portfolio.