Inspire learners to share and connect, fostering strong networks
Consider the local environment, including opportunities and constraints
Empower learners to put tools and frameworks into practice
Since 2015, WDI and its partners have provided NGO Leadership Workshops to non-profit leaders from across Central and Southeastern Europe. Together, we now offer two NGO Leadership Workshops annually making the world more civically engaged and peaceful.
Covering marketing, strategic planning, fundraising, and management, these workshops help NGOs run more effectively and sustainably. Workshops empower NGO leaders to strengthen their internal expertise, managerial and income-generating capacities, improve their ability to engage with both general public and government stakeholders, and to develop international networks. Workshops take place in Slovakia and Poland in the spring and fall.
Those interested in attending either workshop are required to submit applications. Selected applicants will attend tuition-free, lodging will be provided and transportation costs reimbursed.
Kosice, Slovakia
Held in partnership with the Weiser Center for Europe and Eurasia at the University of Michigan (WCEE) and Bratslava-based organization Hekima, this workshop is open to NGO leaders from Ukraine. The theme of the workshop is “All Things Moving Ukraine Forward.” Topics include building resilience, leadership, fundraising, and AI and social media.
Warsaw, Poland
Held in partnership with the Weiser Center for Europe and Eurasia and Warsaw-based organization FED, this workshop is open to NGO leaders from Ukraine. The workshop is designed for NGOs working with internally displaced people in Ukraine. Topics of focus include resilience, conflict resolution, strategic planning in crisis, working with people with PTSD, and digital security.