Democratic institutions are facing severe erosion in the face of today's multiple crises. The loss of trust in politics fuels populism and kleptocracy with an unhealthy combination of increasing disinformation that stands in the way of long-term political visions. The tackling of these current challenges and the fight against inequalities must be done through smart politics.
The challenge is clear: democratic actors need to create a future of democratic renewal that puts social justice front and center at the domestic and international spheres. Of paramount importance is the manner in which an ecosystem of likeminded actors will be capacitated and connected in order to formulate an effective, cohesive, and contemporary response.
The Future Hub aspires to play a pivotal role in nurturing this sustainable ecosystem of social democratic forces within the region contributing to a just and social future in the region.
In 2025, the Future Hub continues its program: the Political Management Training (PMT). Check below!
Apply by: 15 March 2025, 11:59pm, Manila time
Fellowship Period: April to November 2025
Background:
The Political Management Training (PMT) is a program designed for emerging political leaders committed to shaping a more just future for Asia-Pacific. Each year, the program centers on a pressing regional issue. For 2025, the theme is sustainable urban development, reflecting the urgent need to integrate modernization with inclusive governance and political innovation in the region.
PMT aspires to gather a dynamic cohort of political decision-makers, thinkers from academia and policy institutions, and emerging experts from media, trade unions, civil society, and related sectors.
It consists of a ten-day in-person training split into two sessions. The training locations will be held in cities across Asia-Pacific where exchanges on sustainable urban development can inspire action and policy. It will also incorporate a blend of learning exchanges (online and face-to-face), institutional and cultural visits, one-on-one dialogues, and alumni experience-sharing sessions.
The program boasts of over 170 alumni members who have now taken on different portfolios as politicians, policy advisors, and party workers at the local, state, and national level.
This is a program fully supported and managed by the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Philippines – a non-profit German foundation committed to the ideals and basic values of social democracy— freedom, justice, solidarity.
Program Timeline:
23 Apr PMT Introductions and Admin Briefing (via Zoom)
30 Apr – 5 May Political Management Training – Cluster 1, Da Nang, Vietnam (tba) June-Oct Zoom-in Sessions (via Zoom)
5-9 Nov Political Management Training – Cluster 2, Luang Prabang, Laos (tba)
How to apply:
Please check full detail here and fill Application Form here.
Batch 10 is now ready for new applications. Apply Now!
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