Exciting opportunity alert: Join the #ProgressiveSpeakUpSchool 2024 in Portimão, Portugal!

Are you a dedicated and forward-thinking elected leader under 35 who is passionate about creating a positive impact in your community and across Europe? Does your heart beat for progressive values? Is your mind set on European perspectives, and you are actively engaged in politics at the local or regional level? If so, the PES Group in the European Committee of the Regions and partners have a great opportunity in store for you that you don't want to miss!

Apply to be part of our next #ProgressiveSpeakUpSchool which takes place on Thursday 4 - Friday 5 April, 2024 in Portimão, Portugal. We will delve into the pressing issue of housing – a critical challenge facing citizens, cities, and regions across Europe. This event promises to offer a transformative experience like no other, one that will empower you to address the housing crisis politically and strategically. Additionally, we will also consider its significance in the context of the upcoming EU elections.

Key requirements:

Member of a YES Member Organisation
Elected at the local or regional level and/or an official candidate for the next local or regional elections
Aged 35 or below
Full commitment to attend all program sessions (April 4 - 5) 📆
Proficiency in English

Ready to make a difference? Apply by Friday 9 February by noon (Brussels' time CET)

Stay tuned for the results of the selection process, which will be announced the second week of February.

Data gathered by PES Group in the European Committee of the Regions will abide by EU GDPR rules and will solely be used in the framework of this event.

First name

Last name

Birth date

Confirm email

Telephone

National/regional political party

Political function

City/region where you are elected

Country

Nationality (ies)

Gender (You are free to write "Prefer not to answer", if you wish to not share it)

Are you a member of a YES Member Organisation

If yes, please specify which YES Member Organisation you are a member of:

Are you running for national, regional or European elections in 2024?

Tell us a fun fact about you!

Mother tongue(s)

Level of English (Proficiency English is compulsory for attending the school)

Do you have any accessibility or dietary requirements, allergies, or special accommodations that we should be aware of?

How are you travelling to Portimão?

Plane

Car

Train

Other…

Why do you want to attend the School dedicated to Housing?

What personal experiences or observations have motivated you to advocate for actions that promote affordable and inclusive housing options in your city/region?

Name three actions that would create affordable and inclusive housing solutions for people in your city/region.

Do you have any background/competences at local and regional level in housing policies? If yes, please explain.

Does your city/region already promote innovative policies to ensure affordable, inclusive and sustainable housing? As your city/region recurred to EU funds for the purpose? If your city/region has adopted a specific plan, please include the link.

As a local/regional politician, what are your expectations of the training opportunities offered ruing the YEP School?

Any particular question you would like to see addressed during our #ProgressivesSpeakUp School? Write it down!

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