LEAD Albania

A unique experience in leadership development

LEAD Albania is a unique leadership program that offers carefully selected young professionals the opportunity for a firsthand experience at the highest levels of government in Albania. LEAD is modeled after the White House Fellows Program in the USA.

It consists of a one-year fellowship placement as an adviser at various host institutions, including the Office of the Prime Minister, the Office of the President, the main ministries, the Tirana Municipality, and the new Justice System Institutions. Additionally, a continuous education component is provided to the fellows each year, which includes various trainings conducted by local experts, Harvard University, and the Center for Creative Leadership in Brussels.

During the one-year fellowship, participants also have the opportunity to meet with well-known diplomatic national and international personalities, including the US Ambassador and other political figures. Moreover, they can attend several meetings at the EU Parliament and EU Commission during a one-week study visit in Brussels.

The LEAD Albania Program aims to establish itself as a prestigious contributor to the development of future leadership in Albania. As of the year 2023, it celebrates its 10th anniversary with a total of 108 fellows enrolled in the program.