ADVANCED ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP TRAINING

European Academy Programme

European Academy Program (EAP) is a training program that stems from the need to strengthen the organizational capacity and skills of managers and staff of organizations, whether public or private.

EAP aims to develop a process of strengthening the skills, knowledge, and capacities needed to address challenges and promote effective and sustainable development through interactive training, supporting effective resource planning and management, and facilitating discussion on the topics covered with a view to strengthening capacity bulding practices.

Designed to strengthen the leadership and organizational innovation capacities of public authorities and civil society organizations, this tailor-made service is designed to support both individual organizations aiming to improve management effectiveness and efficiency, and formal and informal groups wishing to work together to address shared challenges and promote sustainable development in their communities.

EAP ITALY 2025 - 2026

The first edition of EAP ITALY 2025 – 2026 has just begun!

The municipalities participating in this edition:

Alannno, Arielli, Celano, Fossacesia, Atrani, Casalbore, Castelvetro Piacentino, Scandiano, Chiopris Viscone, San Giorgio di Nogaro, Tramonti di Sopra, Dignano, Corno di Rosazzo, Bassano Romano, Pieve Ligure, Corbetta, Sarezzo, Olgiate Molgora, Corbetta, Macerata, San Felice del Molise, Benna, Fontanetto Po, Settimo Torinese, Acquaviva delle Fonti, Porto Torres, Capaci, Capannoli, Lajatico, Casole d’Elsa, Città di Castello, Cappella Maggiore, Dolo.

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Strategy and innovation

Innovative training program

EAP grew out of ISIG’s long experience in developing and implementing the Council of Europe’s Leadership Academy Program (LAP) for local governments in the 46 member states.

Starting in 2022, thanks to the collaboration with AICCRE FVG and under the auspices of the Council of Europe, ISIG has coordinated and implemented training aimed at local administrators in Friuli Venezia Giulia. In 2024, EAP FVG was born, an opportunity aimed at the municipalities of Friuli Venezia Giulia, offering European training of excellence aimed not only at strengthening the skills of local authorities through innovative training paths, but also at integrating participants into international partnerships, facilitating the implementation of concretely fundable projects.

Methodology: an interactive and participatory approach

ISIG’s methodology is distinguished by a dynamic and interactive approach centered on the active involvement of participants. Our methodology is based on a few key principles:

– Collaborative learning: participants are involved in workshops and seminars that encourage interaction and sharing of experiences, creating a collective learning environment based on discussion and cooperation.

– Hands-on approach: training includes exercises and simulations that enable immediate application of the knowledge gained.

– Innovative tools: training integrates the use of advanced tools, strategic planning methodologies, resource management and organizational leadership.

– Customization and adaptability: each course is constantly customized and adapted according to the specific needs of participants to maximize the impact of training activities.

The goals of the program

Good Democratic Governance

We improve the capacities of Local Governments to promote effective and transparent democratic governance by implementing techniques to increase citizen participation in local life.

Organizational Leadership

We enhance leadership skills to better manage teams and colleagues, improving operational efficiency at the local level.

Design and Resilience

We provide concrete tools for strategic planning and development of initiatives that increase the resilience of communities to emerging challenges.

International Partnerships

We promote cross-border and international cooperation, creating learning networks and partnerships to develop successful projects.

Tools and play

The program uses role-playing, simulations and board games as training tools to stimulate experiential learning and encourage active involvement of participants. These methodologies make it possible to explore complex organizational dynamics, develop interpersonal and decision-making skills, and experience the principles of good democratic governance in a concrete way. The playful and immersive approach helps translate abstract concepts into operational practices, promoting deep reflection through doing.

The structure of EAP

EAP targets public and private organizations. The training consists of workshops and seminars designed to develop leadership skills, financing strategies and resilience. This training is residential and spread over 3 appointments, expecting a maximum number of 25 participants.

STAGE 1

Good Governance, Leadership and European Tools

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STAGE 2

Dynamic organizations: local smartness and sustainable development.

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STAGE 3

Innovation for the future: skills for design.

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EAP Italy

An expanding national network

Enrollment

The first 2025-2026 edition of EAP Italy is underway. The program offers updated content designed to support local administrators in developing advanced skills in organizational leadership and capacity building.

ENROLLMENTS ARE CLOSED

EAP Italy 2025-2026 Brochure

The European Academy Program 2025/26 is ready to kick off with a content-rich edition, explore in preview: - The key themes and focuses of the edition - The full program of events
- How to register



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Sessions

EAP Italy sessions consist of workshops and residential seminars that offer an intensive, hands-on course on leadership, financing strategies and resilience, with costs covered entirely by AICCRE.

ONLINE INTRODUCTORY SESSION
November 17 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

STAGE 1 - Rome Fiumicino (RM)
January 29 - 31, 2026

STAGE 2 - Garda (VR)
March 19 - 21, 2026

STAGE 3 - Bologna (BO)
May 14 - 16, 2026

Useful materials

Materials from the 2025-2026 edition will be available in this section: program and other useful resources from the European Academy Program.

Stage 1 Programme
Stage 2 Programme
Stage 3 Programme

EAP Friuli Venezia Giulia

Experiences and best practices in the region

Enrollment

The 2025 edition of EAP Friuli Venezia Giulia, which offered updated content aimed at supporting local administrators in developing advanced organizational leadership skills, has concluded.

REGISTRATION FOR THE 2025 EDITION IS NOW CLOSED.

EAP 2025 Brochure

The European Academy Programme 2025 has come to an end. Discover and download the brochure to explore: - The key themes and focuses of the EAP Friuli Venezia Giulia 2025 edition - The full program of events
- How to participate



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Sessions

EAP sessions consist of workshops and residential seminars that offer an intensive, hands-on course on leadership, financing strategies, and resilience, with costs fully covered by AICCRE Friuli Venezia Giulia.

May 30-31 - Pasiano di Pordenone (PN)
July 18-19 - Buttrio (UD)
September 12-13 - Cormòns (GO)

Useful materials

Access the programs and all useful resources of the European Academy Program: continuously updated.
Program Internship 1
Internship 2 program

Perspectives and opportunities

Our training service is open to all public authorities, civil society and private sector actors who aspire to improve the quality of their governance and organizational effectiveness..
With more than a decade of experience and strong international partnerships, ISIG offers comprehensive training that is responsive to specific needs and has real impact. Participants will have the opportunity to gain advanced skills and join international networks for the development of concrete and sustainable projects.

For more information and to request course activation, please contact us. We are ready to support you on the path to more effective organizational, inclusive and future-oriented.

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