AGORA is the European Women’s Lobby (EWL) Young Feminists’ Summer Camp, bringing young women from all over Europe to Brussels for a 5-day gathering to discuss and explore all issues related to feminism for young women today and to learn from each other in preparation for future feminist leaders.
Established in 2015, AGORA celebrated its 10th anniversary last year, marking a decade of engagement with young women aged 18-30 across Europe and a growing alumnae network of around 290 participants.
The European Women’s Lobby (EWL) invites young feminists to apply for AGORA 2026, for the 5-day summer camp in Brussels from 7 – 11 September 2026. The overall theme of AGORA is violence against women and girls, with overarching topics and workshops organised throughout the week.
How to Apply
DEADLINE: 17 April 2026, 23:59 (midnight) CET
REGISTER: Participants’ application form, following this link.
For more information, please contact us at agora@womenlobby.org
Who Are We?
The European Women’s Lobby is the largest European umbrella network of women’s associations in Europe, representing the diversity of women and girls. Currently, the EWL has 30 national coordination organisations in countries within the EU, candidate countries, former EU Member States and the European Free Trade Association, as well as 17 European-wide members, representing more than 2,000 women’s organisations in Europe.
Together with our members, we campaign for a feminist Europe that promotes women’s rights and equality between women and men. The EWL envisions a society in which women’s contribution to all aspects of life is recognised, rewarded and celebrated – in leadership, care and production; where all women have self-confidence, freedom of choice, and freedom from violence and exploitation; and no woman or girl is left behind.
What is AGORA, and is it for you?
AGORA aims to reconnect and strengthen feminist activism among young European women, addressing social, economic, and political challenges. Through workshops and networking, it fosters solidarity, empowerment, and cross-border collaboration, offering a safe space for sharing knowledge and building feminist strategies.
AGORA objectives:
- Strengthen young European women’s activism.
- Build connections among diverse feminists for mutual learning.
- Create a platform for emerging feminist change-makers and future leaders.
- Promote solidarity, empowerment, and cross-border collaboration.
- Explore feminist leadership and power dynamics.
- Help EWL understand young feminists’ needs to guide future strategies.
The five-day AGORA programme, held in Brussels from 7 September to 11 September 2026, provides a space for idea exchange, skill-building, and collaborative learning. Participants will propose, lead and attend workshops, with full commitment required, including all sessions, organised dinners, and some free time.
Testimonials from AGORA 2025 Participants: “I will leave AGORA feeling and cherishing this feminine solidarity in my heart, and I will have an even clearer feminist perspective and goal in my mind. It has been a dream of two years to participate in AGORA, and all this waiting was worth it.”
“For five days, I shared thoughts, fears, laughter, and tears with incredible women from all around Europe. In each of them, I saw a little reflection of myself, and together we created a space to learn from one another and to unite our hopes and our commitment to continue striving for a world that is more just, equal and inclusive.”
Please find here the full report from the 2025 Anniversary Edition of AGORA: EWL AGORA 2025 Report – European Women’s Lobby
Selection Criteria
- Are you a feminist woman between 18 and 30 years old (at the time of the camp)?
- Do you currently live in the European Union? Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas.
- Do you have a good level of English (B2)?
- Are you committed to Women’s Rights and Gender Equality?
- Are you willing to use what you learn during AGORA in your future activism, community, or professional work?
- Are you motivated to connect, share experiences, and build solidarity with other young feminists from across Europe?
- Do you agree with the values and mission of the European Women’s Lobby?
As an intersectional feminist organisation, we are committed to organising a summer camp that reflects and includes experiences that represent Europe in all its diversity. As such, women of colour and from ethnic minority groups, women with disabilities, from the LGBTQI+ community and marginalised groups are especially encouraged to apply.
Selection Process
There are 40 places available for the AGORA 2026, 20 of which are allocated to young women in EWL’s membership. The selection will be made by EWL, based on the application form and on the criteria above. Motivation and experience in feminist activism or campaigns for gender equality and women’s rights will be deciding factors. Our aim is to bring together a group of young feminists from diverse backgrounds, geographical regions and with different levels of experience in feminism and activism.
Please note that, as a network organisation, we reserve 20 places for candidates who are affiliated to and supported by EWL members. This is to ensure that there is a direct and sustainable link with EWL and its members. For participants who are not yet linked to our members, we will ensure there is a connection with relevant members before the AGORA.
We aim to inform all successful candidates by June 2026. Unfortunately, we will not be able to provide feedback on applications to unsuccessful candidates.
Financial Contribution
The EWL covers programme costs, including travel, accommodation, and meals in Brussels. Participants organise their own travel to and from Brussels, with reimbursement based on EU guidelines. As a result, some participants might be required to cover a portion of their travel costs. We will not exclude anyone on the basis of their ability to pay. If you are selected, we will provide more information about how to apply for reimbursement.
Venue details
Efforts will be made to ensure inclusivity and accessibility at all venues, with proactive communication and accommodation for participants who require additional support throughout the entire programme.
