Communication Manager
Speakers
Maria Gavouneli
Professor, Faculty of Law, National & Kapodistrian University of Athens
Emmanuella Doussis
Senior Policy Advisor; Head of the Climate and Sustainability Programme; Professor, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, European Integration, European environmental policy, Climate change
Elena Lazarou
Director General (as of September 1st 2025)
Ronald Meinardus
Senior Research Fellow; Coordinator of research projects on Greek - German relations
Spyros Blavoukos
Senior Research Fellow, Head, EU Institutions & Policies Programme; Head of the 'Ariane Condellis' European Programme; Professor, Athens University of Economics & Business
Dimitris Bouris
Non-Resident Research Fellow, EU Foreign & Neighbourhood Policies; Mediterranean Programme
Yezid Sayigh
Senior Policy Advisor; Senior Fellow, Carnegie Middle East Center, Beirut
The 5th ELIAMEP-ACG Summer Academy, taking place at the renowned International Olympic Academy (IOA) from 14-19 July 2025, offers an exclusive opportunity for emerging leaders to engage in transformative discussions on key global and regional challenges. This year’s theme, “Leadership Beyond Boundaries: Empowering the Next Generation of Mediterranean Leaders”, will bring together a dynamic cohort of graduate students, young professionals, and rising leaders from across the Mediterranean, Europe, and beyond. The Sumer Academy is co-funded by the European Union.
Key Themes of the 5th ELIAMEP-ACG Summer Academy:
- Regional Security and Shifting Power Dynamics in the Mediterranean
- Europe’s Strategic Interests in the Mediterranean
- From Climate Crisis to Conflict Potential: Destabilising Dynamics in the Mediterranean Region
- Cross-Border Cooperation and Economic Integration in the Mediterranean
- Navigating a Polycentric World: Geopolitical and Economic Shifts
Participation Requirements
To ensure a diverse and high-caliber group of participants, the 5th ELIAMEP-ACG Summer Academy has set the following criteria:
- Education: Applicants must possess at least a first degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution and demonstrate strong leadership potential.
- Age Limit: Participants should be no older than 35 years of age by the start of the Academy.
- Language: As all sessions, including lectures and workshops, will be conducted in English, applicants should have a high level of proficiency in the language to fully engage and benefit from the programme.
Why Join the 5th ELIAMEP-ACG Summer Academy?
- Exclusive Access – Engage with top academics, policymakers, diplomats, and business leaders.
- Hands-On Learning – Participate in interactive workshops and in-depth discussions on global challenges.
- Leadership Development – Gain essential skills to navigate geopolitics, geoeconomics, and international cooperation.
- Networking Opportunities – Connect with like-minded peers and build a strong professional network.
- Global Perspective – Join a diverse community of future leaders from across the Mediterranean, Europe, and beyond.
Apply now and take a step toward shaping the future!
You can see the draft Agenda here.
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