CGYPP 2026 – Building Preparedness: A Czech-German Dialogue on European Security | Seminar in Berlin

The Czech-German Young Professionals Program (CGYPP) brings together committed young professionals from the Czech Republic and Germany to explore current social and political challenges from a European perspective. Established in 2008, CGYPP fosters cross-border dialogue and lasting networks among future decision-makers from various sectors such as politics, business, civil society, and media.

The 2026 seminar is part of the CGYPP annual cycle and focuses on preparedness, security, and resilience in a rapidly changing European security environment. Under the title “Building Preparedness: A Czech-German Dialogue on European Security”, the seminar offers a rich and interactive program with:

• Expert-led discussions on European security, defense policy, and collective preparedness
• Workshops on societal resilience, disinformation, critical infrastructure protection, and civil-military cooperation
• Encounters with policymakers, security experts, researchers, and journalists
• Interactive formats such as peer group discussions, scenario-based exercises, and reflection sessions

What to expect:

• In-depth insights into Europe’s current security challenges, including military, hybrid, economic, and societal threats
• A focus on the evolving roles of Germany and the Czech Republic within NATO, the European Union, and Central Europe
• An interdisciplinary and international setting fostering open exchange, critical debate, and mutual learning among Czech and German peers
• A supportive environment to develop concrete ideas, strategies, and tools for strengthening civilian preparedness, democratic resilience, and collective European security

How to apply?:

To apply fill in the application form by March 3, 2026 (12:00 CET).
https://form.typeform.com/to/WWQu2vAe
Please enclose:
1) Cover letter in English (2 pages max.)
2) CV in English (in tabular form)

In case of your acceptance, we charge a one-time participation fee of 245 EUR. We cover
your program arrangement, travel expenses, accommodation, and board. You are expected
to attend all program component units in full. In justified cases (e.g., employees in non-profit
organizations) the participation fee may be reduced. In this case, please contact us by email.