european psychiatric association

Leadership Academy

This initiative by the Early Career Psychiatrists’ Committee is designed to empower psychiatric trainees and early career psychiatrists with essential leadership skills. The programme includes three full days of in-person teaching, complemented by a library of online talks delivered by prominent EPA leaders. The aim is to equip participants to take on leadership roles in clinical, academic, organizational, and advocacy settings.

2026 Leadership Academy

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 in the meantime, please contact us at andrea.michelini@europsy.net

aPPLICATIONS WILL OPEN SOON

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.