Summer Academy: a flagship activity for emerging leaders

The ELIAMEP-ACG Summer Academy is an opportunity for emerging leaders across the Mediterranean to enhance their knowledge and understanding of the complex and multi-faceted challenges of the region. global and regional dynamics. Over the past years, these immersive programmes have gathered senior academics and policy-making experts who engage with participants in critical discussions and collaborative efforts to foster cooperation and build bridges between countries and cultures.

Theme topics of past years:

1. Global Politics Summer Academy – Athens, Greece (30 June – 03 July 2020)
   Theme: “Is the Eastern Mediterranean Doomed to Instability? Prospects for Cooperation and Stability”
2. 2nd Global Politics Summer Academy – Athens, Greece (29 June – 02 July 2022)
   Theme: “Promoting Cooperation and Stability in the Eastern Mediterranean”
3. 3rd ELIAMEP – ACG Summer Academy – Olympia, Peloponnese, Greece (03 July – 08 July 2023)
   Theme: “Training Emerging Leaders for the New Geopolitical Challenges in the Mediterranean”
4. 4th ELIAMEP – ACG Summer Academy – Olympia, Peloponnese, Greece (01 July – 06 July 2024)
   Theme: “Bridging Perspectives: Training Young Leaders Across the Mediterranean”

5^th ELIAMEP-ACG Summer Academy

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 5^th 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!