The Presidential Center Stevo Pendarovski is officially inviting applications for the first cohort of the „Echoes of Democracy“ political school. This 3-month program is designed for young professionals (aged 22–40) from across the Western Balkans who are passionate about democracy, civic activism, and regional cooperation. Check the full call here.
Why Join?
Participants will engage in three intensive modules exploring Democracy, Authoritarian Tendencies, EU integration, Geopolitics, AI and Dissinformation, and cultural politics. A highlight of the program is the Digital Museum of Political Messages and Rhetoric, where attendees will analyze how public discourse shapes our democratic landscape.
- Who: Up to 25 young leaders from Albania, BiH, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia.
- Modules: In-person sessions starting in Skopje (April 8–10, 2026) and continuing through June.
- Support: Travel and accommodation costs are provided for selected participants.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a short CV (max 2 pages) and a 600-word motivation letter to contact@pendarovskicenter.mk.
- Application deadline: 16 March 2026.
- Program Duration: April – October 2026.
This project is funded by the Open Society Foundation – Western Balkans and supported by the Friedrich Ebert Foundation (Skopje), in association with the Zoran Djindjic Foundation.
Join us in building a platform for regional solidarity and democratic momentum. For more details, visit our website at www.pendarovskicenter.mk.