{"id":3996,"date":"2026-01-15T11:50:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T11:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunityforworld.org\/?p=3996"},"modified":"2026-01-16T09:48:54","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T09:48:54","slug":"salzburg-global-public-policy-new-voices-europe-ppnve-program-cohort-5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunityforworld.org\/?p=3996","title":{"rendered":"Salzburg Global Public Policy New Voices Europe (PPNVE) Program \u2013 Cohort 5"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div id=\"tdi_1\" class=\"tdc-row\"><div class=\"vc_row tdi_2  wpb_row td-pb-row\" >\n<style scoped>\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n.tdi_2,\r\n                .tdi_2 .tdc-columns{\r\n                    min-height: 0;\r\n                }\n<\/style><div class=\"vc_column tdi_4  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-column td-pb-span12\">\n<style scoped>\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n.tdi_4{\r\n                    vertical-align: baseline;\r\n                }\n<\/style><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\" >[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<article id=\"post-171359\">\n<div>\n<p><strong>Deadline: January 23, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Applications are open for the Salzburg Global Public Policy New Voices Europe (PPNVE) Program \u2013 Cohort 5. Through a mix of virtual sessions, mentoring, and in-person engagement, the\u202fPublic Policy New Voices Europe Fellowship\u202foffers a structured year of learning, reflection, and collaboration to strengthen leadership capacity and expand the presence of diverse voices in public policy.<\/p>\n<p>This\u202fprogram\u202faims\u202fto:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Catalyze\u202fTransformative\u202fLeadership:\u202fEquip\u202femerging and\u202fmid-career\u202fleaders\u202fwith\u202fthe\u202fknowledge, skills, and\u202fstrategic\u202fnetworks\u202fneeded\u202fto\u202fnavigate\u202fcomplex\u202fpolicy, technology, and\u202fgovernance\u202fchallenges\u202facross\u202fEurope.<\/li>\n<li>Advance\u202fResponsible\u202fTechnology and Governance: Explore and\u202fdevelop\u202fforward-looking\u202fpolicy\u202fsolutions\u202fthat\u202fpromote\u202fethical,\u202fequitable, and\u202fsustainable\u202fuse\u202fof\u202ftechnology,\u202fstrengthen\u202fdigital\u202fgovernance, and\u202fenhance\u202fsocietal\u202fresilience.<\/li>\n<li>Build a Regional Network for\u202fImpact: Foster a\u202fvibrant,\u202fcross-sectoral\u202fcommunity\u202fof\u202fleaders\u202fcommitted\u202fto\u202fcollaboration,\u202fknowledge\u202fsharing, and\u202fscaling\u202fsolutions\u202fthat\u202faddress\u202fthe\u202fregion\u2019s\u202fmost\u202fpressing\u202ftechnological\u202fand societal\u202fchallenges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Main Topics<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Data Governance<\/strong>: As data underpins Europe\u2019s economies, public institutions, and digital services, questions of sovereignty, privacy, and cross-border data flows have become central to the region\u2019s competitiveness and democratic resilience. Europe\u2019s regulatory landscape \u2014 from GDPR to the Digital Services Act, Digital Markets Act, and EU AI Act \u2014 sets a high bar for protecting citizens\u2019 rights, yet also creates complexity for governments and industry navigating implementation. This theme explores how policymakers can strengthen public trust through coherent and future-proof data governance, ethical and accountable AI use, and greater transparency, while addressing the challenges of regulatory fragmentation across member states, interoperability within the Single Market, and alignment with global standards that support responsible innovation and digital trade.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Digital Infrastructure:<\/strong>\u00a0Digital public infrastructure underpins equitable access to essential services \u2013 from digital identity systems and public health platforms to connectivity in rural and underserved regions. Yet uneven investment, cybersecurity vulnerabilities, and differing national priorities complicate the development of systems across Europe. How can governments ensure these infrastructures are secure, resilient, and inclusive?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Technological\u202fInnovation<\/strong>: Europe\u2019s innovation landscape is shaped by a rich ecosystem spanning government, research institutions, civil society, and industry. However, regulatory complexity, uneven access to funding, and talent shortages can limit the ability to scale transformative ideas. This theme investigates how policy can strengthen Europe\u2019s innovation capacity by supporting dynamic ecosystems, promoting mission-driven research and development, and encouraging cross-border collaboration. Participants will explore how public-private partnerships, pan-European research networks, and emerging technologies can drive societal progress, enhance competitiveness, and ensure Europe remains at the forefront of responsible, values-based innovation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Eligibility<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>To be eligible for Public Policy New Voices Europe, applicants must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>For the duration of the Fellowship,\u202fbe living, studying, or working in one of these European countries: Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, North Macedonia, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Serbia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom, and Ukraine.<\/li>\n<li>Be a student, graduate, or early career professional\u202finterested in or working within public policy, public service and policy development in Europe.<\/li>\n<li>Be\u202fpassionate about using public policy to build inclusive and democratic societies\u202fthat value diversity, equity, and participation for all citizens.<\/li>\n<li>Demonstrate\u202fopenness, curiosity, and a commitment to learning\u202ffrom diverse perspectives.<\/li>\n<li>Be\u202fcomfortable communicating in English, the working language of Salzburg Global.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Application<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Deadline for applications is 5pm CET January 23rd, 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/salzburgglobalseminar.recruitee.com\/o\/public-policy-new-voices-europe-ppnve-cohort-5-leadership-in-a-digital-age-technology-society-and-governance-in-europe\/c\/new\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here to apply<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For more information, visit <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/salzburgglobalseminar.recruitee.com\/o\/public-policy-new-voices-europe-ppnve-cohort-5-leadership-in-a-digital-age-technology-society-and-governance-in-europe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Salzburg Global Public Policy New Voices Europe<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"[vc_column_text css=\"\"] Deadline: January 23, 2026 Applications are open for the Salzburg Global Public Policy New Voices Europe (PPNVE) Program \u2013 Cohort 5. 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