Would you like to be part of something extraordinary, something that will develop your leadership skills and, simultaneously, give you a better understanding of a neighbouring country? Are you curious to gain new contacts both in Latvia and Sweden, and create new networks across the Baltic Sea?

If the answer is yes, check out the Young Professionals program and apply!

The requirements are few and easy:

• you should be in the age range between 25 and 40

• you should have either proven leadership skills or a sincere interest in leadership

• the program is short, you must be ready to invest the time required

The Young Professionals program is free of charge. Eight participants from each country are chosen. Year by year the number of alumni is growing, creating a strong and lasting network. This network is significant for all participants, both privately and professionally, but its importance also must be emphasized for the future bilateral relations between the nations around the Baltic Sea.

Timewise the investment is all-in-all five working days. They are filled with intensive interaction through discussions with high-profile knowledgeable speakers as well as during workshops with other participants. The content is specially designed by the Sweden-Latvia Cooperation fund, and the program is financialy supported by Swedbank and SEB.

The timeline is as follows:

March-April 2026: a digital hour-long kick-off takes place, to have a first glimpse of the whole group, and for information about the upcoming meetings.

May 2026 – a reception at the Embassy of Latvia in Sweden for Swedish participants and correspondingly - a reception at the Embassy of Sweden in Latvia for Latvian participants. The exact dates will be confirmed; you will receive invitations directly from the respective embassy.

Module 1 in Stockholm on June 7-9, starting with dinner on June 7.

Module 2 in Riga on October 13-15, starting with dinner on October 13

Important to note: You are required to attach a letter of recommendation, either from an employer or someone else who can verify your application. Prepare this before entering the application system. When you are ready, just click the button below.

Questions? Write an e-mail to info@swelatfund.org

We hope that you are intrigued - welcome to apply! The last date for submitting is January 31.