Are you a Master’s or PhD student with expertise in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region? In the framework of the MED Mediterranean Dialogues, the annual conference organised by ISPI and the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, ISPI offers a unique opportunity to engage with leading scholars, policymakers and practitioners, exchange ideas with peers from across the wider Mediterranean, and take part in interactive discussions on the region’s most pressing geopolitical and socio-economic challenges, with a particular focus on inclusive and sustainable development, youth engagement, and women empowerment.
Within the 12th edition of the MED Mediterranean Dialogues to be held in Naples, Italy, on 19-21 November 2026, ISPI is pleased to announce the first edition of the MED Dialogues Young Ambassadors Programme, in partnership with UNIMED (Mediterranean Universities Union) and the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM).
At a pivotal moment for the Mediterranean and the Middle East, as evolving geopolitical dynamics continue to reshape regional security, economy, energy markets and connectivity, bringing together a new generation of changemakers has never been more important.
The MED Dialogues Young Ambassadors Programme aims to foster dialogue, encourage innovative perspectives, and empower participants to help shape the region’s future.
This is your chance to deepen your knowledge of the MENA’s most pressing challenges, engage with key regional actors, and expand your network. Don’t miss out on this opportunity and be part of the dialogue shaping the region’s future!
The deadline for submission is September 6.
