Applications now open for the 2026 Tibetan Empowerment Days in Brussels!

The International Campaign for Tibet is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 edition of the Tibetan Empowerment Days, which will take place in Brussels from 2 to 5 November 2026.

Organised by the International Campaign for Tibet with the support of FIDH (International Federation for Human Rights), the Tibetan Empowerment Days bring together young Tibetans and Tibet supporters from across the European Union for four days of training, exchange and direct engagement with European policymakers.

At a time when the Chinese government continues to intensify its repression in Tibet and seeks to reshape international narratives on the issue, sustained advocacy on Tibet Europe is more important than ever. The Tibetan Empowerment Days equip participants with the knowledge, practical skills and network needed to become stronger advocates for Tibet, both in Brussels and in their own countries.

Throughout the programme, participants will:

• Learn about the European Union, its institutions and its role in promoting human rights in China and Tibet;
• Develop practical advocacy and communication skills;
• Meet Members of the European Parliament and other EU stakeholders;
• Connect with fellow Tibet advocates from across Europe and build lasting networks.

Join us in Brussels to make your voice heard and help send a strong message to the European Union: now is the time for concrete action on Tibet!

Practical information

Dates: 2-5 November 2026
Location: Brussels, Belgium
Eligibility: The programme is open to Tibetans and Tibet supporters currently living in an EU Member State. Applicants must be available for the full duration of the programme and have at least a conversational level of English.
Costs: ICT will cover travel to and from Brussels, accommodation, and local public transport for selected participants.

How to apply

Interested Tibetans and Tibet supporters, particularly but not limited to those with a background in Political Science, European Studies, International Relations, Human Rights, or other relevant fields, are encouraged to apply by 15 August 2026 by completing the application form here: https://bit.ly/4dF8nLI. For more information, please contact the programme coordinator melanie.blondelle@savetibet.eu.  

Places are limited, so we encourage interested candidates to apply as early as possible. We look forward to welcoming a new group of committed advocates to Brussels this November and working together to keep Tibet high on the European agenda!