As part of our commitment to promoting sustainability at the University of Amsterdam, the Green Office is excited to share this unique opportunity for postgraduate students passionate about sustainability and environmental policy innovation. If you are interested in our activities, this programme could be a fantastic way to deepen your knowledge and connect with a global network of sustainability leaders!
Universitas 21 (U21) is a global network of leading research universities, of which UvA is a member, aimed at fostering collaboration, innovation, and global opportunities for students and staff. This year, Lund University in Sweden is hosting the U21 School for Sustainable Policy Leadership from 9–13 June, a programme designed for postgraduate students to develop impactful sustainability policies and build a network of future sustainability leaders. As such, the Green Office is working together with UvA’s U21 Officer to bring this opportunity to students interested in sustainability!
It is designed to equip postgraduate students from U21 member institutions with the knowledge and skills to develop impactful sustainability policies, cultivating a network of future leaders committed to driving sustainable development and policy innovation.
incredible opportunity to develop impactful sustainability policies, collaborate with experts, and build a network of future sustainability leaders.
What to Expect:
🌍 Keynote lectures & interactive workshops – Learn from leading sustainability experts.
🏛 Field visits & hands-on experience – Collaborate on projects tackling real-world sustainability challenges.
🤝 Global networking – Connect with like-minded students and professionals from U21 institutions.
Key Details:
📅 Dates: 9–13 June 2025
📍 Location: Lund University, Sweden
🎓 Who can apply? Postgraduate (Master and PhD) students from any discipline at UvA.
📅 Nomination deadline: 5 March 2025
🌍 Participation: Each U21 member institution may nominate up to two students.
💰 Costs: Programme costs are covered by U21 and Lund University. Limited travel grants are available. Further information regarding the programme, eligibility, accommodation, visas, and travel grant criteria can be found on the U21 website.
How to Apply:
If you are interested, please apply via this UvA webpage by 5 March 2025.
*U21 encourages the UvA to nominate students from underrepresented groups and those who have not previously had the opportunity to participate in an international experience. Shortly after the deadline, U21 will confirm acceptance of nominations. Nominees will be contacted directly with confirmation of their place and details on whether they have been awarded a travel grant.
If you are a postgraduate student passionate about sustainability, we at the Green Office strongly encourage you to take this chance to enhance your expertise, make a global impact, and drive meaningful change in sustainability policy! Engaging with global sustainability initiatives is a great way to bring new ideas and insights back to our community at UvA.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us, visit the U21 website for more details, or contact global@uva.nl.
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