2008 Programme

The LEAD Europe Leadership for Sustainable Development Programme 2008 begins in June and includes 17 face-to-face training days organised into three residential modules over six months, supported by online events, preparation and project work. Click here for an indicative schedule.

It will inspire you with the latest thinking, sharpen your skills and put you in contact with a group of high-level peers from across Europe and internationally.

While gaining practical experience you will analyse contemporary sustainability challenges and search for joint solutions. You will work with colleagues from different countries and professional backgrounds, each bringing their own diverse perspectives. You will also interact with some outstanding leaders and hear their own stories of challenge and opportunity working in this field.

Course participants (known as LEAD Associates) remain in full employment during their training. At the end of the course, LEAD Europe Associates graduate from the training programme and become LEAD Europe Fellows for life.

Modules

1. Leadership and Climate Change - London

Social, economic and political leadership remains the central challenge to tackling climate change. We all need to recognise our role and begin to think about how our leadership can help tackle the defining issue of our generation.

2. The EU and Leadership Towards a Sustainable Future - Brussels

Eu flag thumbnail Europe has defined a role for itself as a global leader on action towards building a sustainable future. How can leaders engage with EU processes and influence EU policy for a better outcome?

3. Sustainable Cities in a Changing World - Mexico City

Mexico City With half of humanity already living in towns and cities, it is projected that in the next 50 years, two-thirds of us will be living in urban settings. Cities offer critical leverage points for achieving transition towards a sustainable future.

Training Components

For an idea of the kind of events that make up the programme, see information on the LEAD Europe 2007 programme