Application deadline: 14 September 2026

The ESPE Leadership Academy is a flagship new initiative designed to cultivate a new generation of leaders in paediatric endocrinology – professionals who combine clinical excellence, research innovation, and influential communication and soft skills to drive meaningful change in science, policy, and patient care.

Launching for the first time on 19-20 November in Cairo, Egypt, the Academy offers an intensive, high-impact leadership experience for early to mid-career paediatric endocrinologists who are ready to step into visible, influential roles within ESPE and beyond.

Application criteria
The ESPE Leadership Academy is a 2-day, face to face course, combining interactive workshops, soft skills simulations, and peer learning. The course is limited to 25 selected participants.

Applicants must:

• have attended at least one ESPE School or Academy
• be an ESPE member.

Application process
Applicants are required to submit:

• A CV
• A Personal Leadership Mission Statement outlining their aspirations as a leader.

Academy fees
Attendance fee: 300 EUR.
A very limited number of bursaries are available upon application.

Please note; in addition to the attendance fee, participants are responsible for the cost of their flights to and from the Academy. ESPE will cover accommodation, catering, and excursion costs.