Our Advocacy Training project reaches entry-level professionals of social studies, political science or a related field with a strong interest in family issues and who are fluent in English usage. They come from diverse geographical, cultural, and academic backgrounds.
Working Groups for the Second World Summit for Social Development
The project has included internship programmes in New York, Geneva, Brussels and Strasbourg for several years.
The International Advocacy Workshops have been organized since 2012 (see below). These workshops critically assess the field of international human rights and development advocacy, its institutions, strategies and key actors. They explore how domestic, regional, and agendas are set; the ethical and accountability dilemmas that arise, and advocacy concerning a range of actors, including governments, international institutions, and the private sector.
During the pandemic, the project was enriched with the Looking Ahead Talks, a series of short online informal meetings with energetic young leaders from every corner of the globe. Their different backgrounds and experiences are inspirational for university students and young professionals. Also, their careers help them to be sensitive to family challenges and advocacy.
