european psychiatric association

Leadership Academy

In 2025, the Early Career Psychiatrists’ Committee launched the very first edition of the EPA Leadership Academy — a milestone initiative created to strengthen leadership capacity among psychiatric trainees and early career psychiatrists across Europe. The programme brought together motivated early career professionals for three days of intensive, in-person learning, enriched by an exclusive library of online lectures delivered by prominent EPA leaders.

Building on the success of this inaugural edition, the Leadership Academy continues to grow as a dynamic space for developing the skills, confidence, and vision needed to take on leadership roles in clinical, academic, organisational, and advocacy settings.

2026 Leadership Academy

The second edition of the EPA Leadership Academy will take place at the Centre Culturel Saint-Thomas in Strasbourg, France, from Thursday 3 to Sunday 6 September 2026.

For any questions, please contact us at andrea.michelini@europsy.net

aPPLICATIONS WILL OPEN on March 28th

Programme

The programme of the Leadership Academy will offer a dynamic and highly engaging learning experience, combining plenary lectures by renowned experts with interactive workshops designed to develop hands-on skills. Participants will engage in case discussions, role-playing exercises, and group activities, ensuring an immersive and practical approach to leadership training. The programme will also include a visit to the European Parliament.

Eligibility

To apply, candidates must:

  • Be in possession of a Medical Doctor degree
  • Have at least 4 years of training/work in psychiatry (or currently undertaking the 4th-year of residency)
  • Be under the age of 40 and/or 5 years after passing the specialist exam (on the Leadership Academy dates)
  • Reside in a country included in the World Health Organisation Europe region
  • Be fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking)
  • Demonstrate an interest in psychiatric leadership, assessed through a CV and motivational letter

Registration Fees

There are three categories of registration fees based on the list from the World Bank Country List.

  • Participants from lower-middle income countries: 165 €
  • Participants from upper-middle income countries: 275 €
  • Participants from high income countries: 330 €

The EPA will cover your accommodation for the duration of the event. Lunches will be provided on site.