EFCA Future Leaders' Structure

EFCA European Network of Future Leaders

Raise awareness of European Union and cohesion
Spark interest of young people in EFCA activities and motivate Future Leaders (FLs) to become more engaged within EFCA (committees, conferences, etc.)
Expand network beyond national boundaries
Aim for active participation (1-2 FL/MA in group)
Widen geographical and cross-disciplinary representation
Encourage Members Associations (MAs) to support FLs' activities
Support the growth of FL groups in MAs
Share experience, information and ideas among FLs
Broaden personal horizons and foster personality development

FL must work for an EFCA Member Association or an EFCA Member-affiliated company
Nomination must be submitted/supported by EFCA Member
Age limit: ≤ 35 years, extendable if no member of the same MA can be found
No limitation on the membership period

4 meetings/year (2 in person, 2 online)
2-3 people should guide the group to ensure continuity (no hierarchy, no long terms)
2-3 people chosen annually but can continue their tasks if available and approved by all
EFCA Secretariat (link between EFCA and the FLs) will provide administrative support whenever possible

Q1:
- 2-day in-person event in Brussels: programme in progress
- Preparation 2026 FLs’ Day Programme
Q2:
- Finalisation 2026 FL Day Programme
- GAM & Conference in Türkiye (in person):
  - Day 1: GAM, FLs’ Day, Welcome Reception
  - Day 2: Conference and GALA Dinner
  - Day 3: Social Programme

2 group members to serve as jury members (tbd within the group and depending on availability)
Period: April – beginning of May, depending on the EFCA General Assembly Meeting (GAM) date
Tasks:
- Judge and classify the entries in line with the new competition rules adopted in 2024
- Participate in 3-4 online meetings with the other jury members to discuss the entries