Advanced Youth Tobacco Policy & Advocacy School: Mastering EU-Level Lobbying
ENSP European Conference on Tobacco Control included
Date: 20 to 25 October 2024 (travel days included)
Location: Athens, Greece
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
20th September 2024
About the Youth School
The International Youth Health Organization presents an Advanced Youth Tobacco Policy & Advocacy School: Mastering EU-Level Lobbying; focused on educating the next generation of tobacco control enthusiasts. The aim of the event is to delve into the practical aspects of tobacco control, EU processes, lobbying, and advocacy. By bringing together young professionals from different fields, the event will ensure a strong network of highly motivated and educated individuals who will navigate the future of tobacco control at the national and EU levels.
The ENSP European Conference on Tobacco Control, a high-level scientific event, will enhance the educational program, providing participants with an excellent opportunity to engage with key stakeholders and experienced professionals in the field of tobacco control.
The participants will have the opportunity to join both the Youth school as well as the ENSP conference.
What are the goals of the Youth School?
The year 2024 is a pivotal one for tobacco control. In 2023, the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC), one of the only legally binding global health instruments, celebrated its 20th anniversary. This milestone marks a crucial time for advancing the next phase of FCTC implementation. The event will offer participants, who already have some experience in public health, hands-on knowledge of tobacco control processes at the EU level. Additionally, it will provide essential soft skills necessary for this type of work. We see this event as an opportunity to join forces and to bring our best knowledge and motivation to the table, with the aim of co-creating a healthier future for the people and the planet.
Key learnings:
- Understanding the functioning of EU Institutions
- Mastering lobbying and advocacy strategies
- Exploring the roles of various professionals in
tobacco control - Analyzing the division of competencies between the EU and Member States in tobacco control
- Examining Tobacco Industry lobbying tactics at EU and national levels
- Engaging with key stakeholders at the ENSP Conference
- Contributing to the development of a Youth Recommendation Document for new EU Commissioners
Programme at a glance
Youth School: 21–22 October 2024
ENSP Conference: 22–24 October 2024
Travel days: 20 and 25 October 2024
| DAY 1 | DAY 2 |
Opening and Welcome (Introductions, Introduction to the Activity, House-Keeping) | Advocacy and Lobbying (Advanced Content) |
Advocacy and Lobbying (Advanced Content) | Group Work With Input From External Experts (ENSP) |
Health Governance in Europe on Tobacco Control | ENSP Conference Opening Ceremony |
Daily Reflection and Evaluation | Daily Reflection and Evaluation |
Networking Evening Event | Intercultural Evening |
Information package
Download the information package with information about the programme, accomodation, participation fee and more.
Event fee
SPECIAL OFFER
Special participation fee* covers participation at the Advanced Youth School and ENSP Conference:
Regular fee (until 20 September): €300
Late fee (21 September to 30 September): €500
Reduced participation fee* for local students from Athens (in collaboration with local co-organisers):
Regular fee (until 20 September): €100
Late fee (21 September to 30 September): €150
*This fee does not include travel expenses, accommodation and meals.
The payment can be made using the links above.
REGULAR FEE
Regular event fee includes the cost of accommodation, meals, program participation, attendance at the ENSP conference, and entry to all side events.
Participants are expected to cover their own travel costs. Travel costs are covered for full and associate members of YHO.
Early fee (until 31 August): €460,00
Regular fee (until 15 September): €570,00
Late fee (until 30 September): €690,00
The payment can be made using the links above.
MEMBER BENEFITS
MEMBERS DISCOUNT
FULL MEMBERS DISCOUNT: 30% off
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS DISCOUNT: 20% off
NETWORK MEMBERS DISCOUNT: 10% off
Travel costs will be reimbursed to Full and Associate members of YHO. Before the purchase of any tickets, the travel itinerary should be sent to and confirmed by the YHO team.
Applications
Candidates should complete the online application and submit it no later than the 20th of September 2024.
The spots for the event are limited and participants will be accepted based on a rolling “first come-first serve” basis and quality of application.
Selected participants will receive confirmation via email, including a Welcome Pack and other essential information, a few working days after submitting their application. Your place at the advocacy school will be secured once the event fee is paid.
If you have any additional questions and/or need support when filling out the form, please feel free to send an email to info@yho.network.
