After the success of four Policy Leadership Cohorts, we're delighted to launch our Spring 2024 Open Call for Emerging Leaders!
Our Cohorts serve as one of the main entry points into our growing Policy Leadership Community. They are designed to support, empower, and connect practitioners at all career stages to practice leadership that fosters solidarity and enhances policy outcomes. Hear directly from our participants’ experiences here.
This time, we're particularly interested in those looking to jumpstart their careers in the digital policy ecosystem. Whether you're new to a policy role or aspiring to enter the digital policy realm, this Open Call is for you.
Want to be part of this growing community of practice to advance in your policy journey? Fill out an Expression of Interest form by June 16th and read on to learn more about the Cohort program.
Please note, priority will be given to members with the strongest potential to impact front-line and marginalised communities disproportionately affected by technology harms.
Who are we looking to work with?
We welcome expressions of interest from all individuals based in Europe who have less than 1 year of experience in a digital policy role and who are interested in gaining knowledge on the following areas:
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How to become a digital policy practitioner
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How to develop and grow in a new policy related role
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Demystifying the EU legislative maze and better understanding how to more confidently engage in EU level policy advocacy, including:
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Nurturing sustainable, long-term relationships;
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Crafting narratives that are authentic and purposeful;
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Naming, sharing and shifting power;
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Sharpening negotiation skills and non-verbal communication;
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Building strategies and advancing policy outcomes.
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How to manage a role transition, an organisational or institutional struggle
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Finding a work/life balance that is sustainable, and fostering a work environment that is rewarding and nurturing
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How to develop skills and practices that can build your confidence and your capacity to support your partners, collaborators, and enhance policy outcomes
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Connect with and learn from others facing similar or related challenges
If this resonates with you, fill out an Expression of Interest form until 16 June.
More Details about the Cohort
The Policy Leadership Cohort brings together Aspiration’s field-leading and tested frameworks for peer learning, and facilitators with practical experience and expertise in public policy.
The Cohorts will consist of 6 virtual sessions of 90-minutes each. Throughout the Summer 2024 we will assemble multiple Cohorts that will be launched in Autumn 2024 and possibly early 2025. Each cohort will be composed of up to 5 members, ensuring that all sessions are participatory and interactive, focused on peer learning, problem-solving and co-creation of strategies and approaches.
There is no fee to participate. We are conscious that interested participants may come from under-resourced or volunteer organisations, and/or those who may be doing policy on an independent basis. We are happy to discuss how we may support your participation whether through honouraria or other resources and support.
About the Policy Leadership Program
Our Policy Leadership Initiative intends to support and enhance a greater plurality of voices, identities, experiences which would enrich essential digital policy conversations, and ultimately drive meaningful policy change and shift power on the European level. Our offerings include various types of Policy Leadership Cohorts, on-demand mentoring, Summits and virtual convenings. Read the testimonials from members of our growing Policy Leadership Community here.
Sign up to stay informed on program updates and offerings by emailing policyleadership-updates@aspirationtech.org.