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SI Leader Lab 2025 | Fully Funded | Online Leadership Program

Table of Content

  1. Overview of SI Leader Lab
  2. Program Highlights
  3. Program Duration and Structure
  4. Benefits
  5. Eligibility Criteria
  6. Application Process
  7. Selection Criteria and Deadline

The SI Leader Lab 2025 is an incredible leadership opportunity offered by the Swedish Institute for individuals aspiring to become global leaders in today’s competitive world. The Swedish Institute Leadership Program offers young, motivated individuals the chance to develop their leadership skills and make a meaningful impact on issues such as gender equality, civil rights protection, peace, security, transparency, accountability, information accessibility, and anti-corruption efforts.

This online program is specifically designed to enhance the capacities of civil society organizations while promoting the values of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16—ensuring justice and inclusive, peaceful societies. The program offers a platform for participants to grow personally and professionally while contributing to impactful changes in their communities worldwide.

Program Highlights

  • The SI Leader Lab 2025 aims to strengthen leadership abilities, improve organizational advocacy efforts, and expand networks to help achieve the United Nations’ SDGs.
  • The program will provide you with hands-on experience and mentorship, enhancing both your leadership skills and personal growth.
  • A 100% fully funded experience, including travel to Stockholm for a week of intensive onsite learning in May 2025.
  • Participants will gain valuable insights from professionals in various fields, deepening their understanding of global leadership.
  • After completing the program, participants will receive a diploma and have access to a network of young leaders dedicated to promoting SDG 16.

Program Duration and Structure

  • April – June 2025: Online sessions and project work
  • May 04-10, 2025: Onsite meeting in Stockholm, Sweden
  • June 2025: Diploma ceremony (online)

Benefits

  • The program offers fully funded travel, accommodation, and meals for the onsite meeting in Stockholm.
  • Insurance coverage during the onsite meeting in Sweden.
  • Access to online and onsite training materials.
  • An opportunity to develop new strategies for organizational growth and share knowledge with peers.
  • The chance to connect with other global leaders committed to achieving sustainable development goals.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Applicants should be aged 22-45 years (born between 1979-2003).
  • Applicants must be involved in civil society organizations with a focus on achieving SDG 16 (peace, justice, and strong institutions).
  • A good command of spoken and written English is required.
  • Leadership experience, including working with a team in a leadership role, is essential.
  • Applicants must be willing to share the knowledge they gain with their organizations and peers.
  • Applicants must be from one of the eligible countries (Armenia, Albania, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Montenegro, Moldova, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Türkiye, Serbia, or Ukraine).

Application Process

  • The application is entirely online.
  • Applicants must create an account on the application portal, complete all sections, and upload their CV.
  • After submission, applicants will receive a confirmation email along with a link to record a short video as part of the selection process.
  • Only selected candidates will be contacted and offered a spot in the program.

Selection Criteria

  • Evaluation is based on motivation, passion, analytical skills, and potential to benefit from the program.
  • The committee also considers how applicants impact strategic decisions in their organizations and how they can contribute to the leadership program.
  • The group composition is important for creating a dynamic learning environment, so applicants with diverse perspectives are prioritized.

Deadline for Applications

The application deadline for SI Leader Lab 2025 is February 18, 2025.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Scholarship at Uniplus Global to apply

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