Are you a successful young professional aged 22-35, from the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, or Slovakia, or are you residing long-term in the Central European region? Are you interested in what is happening around you, and are you trying to make a positive change in your environment?
The Call for Applications is OPEN!
The deadline for this Call for Applications is February 7, 2027.
Please note: your application must include a short motivational video (max. 2 minutes), so we recommend preparing it in advance.
Participation Criteria – the prospective candidate must be:
- Aged approx. 22 – 35, and of Czech, Hungarian, Polish, or Slovak nationality or a long-term resident living and acting in Central Europe
- Fluent in English
- Professionally active in politics, business, media, the arts, sports, science, or the nonprofit sector
During this intensive four-day program, you will meet exceptional and open-minded leaders interested in tackling current societal and political challenges. You will also have the opportunity to discuss and interact with experienced professionals from a broad variety of fields and with very different professional backgrounds. If you know someone matching the criteria above, nominate him/her!
The next edition of the Ivan Hodáč Aspen Young Leaders Program will take place in Hungary in spring 2027. Exact dates and venue will be announced soon.
As part of your application, you will need to submit, among other things, a short bio, your CV, and a short video (max. 2 minutes) in which you answer the question: “Describe your motivation to apply for the Aspen Young Leaders Program 2027.”