Deadline: June 15, 2025
Description of the Opportunity
The Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders (ADEL) is more than a leadership program. It is a launchpad for rising changemakers from the Atlantic Basin and Africa who are shaping the future through action, innovation, and dialogue. The ADEL program, the flagship leadership initiative of the Policy Center for the New South (PCNS), will hold its 12th edition from December 7–11, 2025, in Rabat, Morocco.
Since 2012, ADEL has brought together over 40 outstanding young professionals each year from across the Atlantic Basin for a fully funded, transformative week of leadership development. Following the program, participants join the Atlantic Dialogues, a high-level annual conference held from December 11–13, 2025, engaging directly with global decision-makers and thought leaders from around the Atlantic Basin for open, informal discussions on cross-regional issues.
Benefits
This unique opportunity offers an enriching experience, combining:
- Fully Funded Participation: Round-trip economy airfare, hotel accommodation, local transportation in Morocco, and meals throughout the program and conference
- Tailored leadership training and interactive workshops
- Exposure to global policy discussions through full participation in the Atlantic Dialogues conference
- Networking with senior leaders, experts, and peers from diverse sectors and regions
- Opportunities for collaboration and visibility within the ADEL and PCNS communities
- A lifelong alumni network and community committed to bring about lasting social change, create impact and change narratives.
Eligibility
We are seeking passionate young professionals who are:
- Aged 25-35 years old (as of May 7th, 2025)
- Citizens or residents of countries in the Atlantic Basin (Africa, North/Central/South America, Europe, or the Caribbean)
- Fluent in English
- Available for the full period (December 7–13, 2025)
- Demonstrating leadership potential and a strong professional track record
- Committed to creating impact in their communities and fields (public, private, civil society…)
- Eager to engage across cultures and contribute to the Emerging Leaders and Atlantic Dialogues networks.
Selection Process
- A selection committee will review all applications and notify candidates in September 2025. Please note that selection is highly competitive and based on a comprehensive evaluation of each applicant.
- Candidates will be assessed according to several criteria, including professional achievement and growth, leadership potential and demonstrated impact in their community or field, interest in issues affecting Wider Atlantic relations, and a clear commitment to global, Atlantic, and/or local engagement.
For more information, please visit The Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders (ADEL)
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