Because youth is not merely a beneficiary but a driving force of ideas, a reservoir of talent, and a wellspring of inspiration, we are committed to creating an environment where their imagination thrives—where they challenge boundaries and forge new paths toward a future rich in innovation, hope, and meaningful engagement
At the Policy Center for the New South, we believe in one simple truth: no real transformation happens without youth. That’s why we created the Youth Leadership Initiatives Section, a bold and vibrant space where young changemakers (from the Global South and beyond) come to discover, grow, and take action.
Born in the dynamic capital of Rabat and fueled by the belief that public policy must be shaped with the new generations—not just for them—our think tank blends research excellence, policy innovation, and youth empowerment. With an average team age of 35 years old, we live the change we seek to inspire.
The Policy Center for the New South is home to a wide range of programs and opportunities that together form a powerful journey for emerging leaders. Through our “Discover, Develop, Deliver” framework, we accompany young talents from exploration to action.
Discover is about opening minds to the world of ideas, critical thinking, and global debate. Through platforms like Parlons Développement, participants engage in meaningful dialogue with international experts. We also connect youth with high-level global summits, offering them -fully funded- front-row seats to global decision-making spaces and thought leadership exchanges.
Develop is where skills are sharpened and leadership is cultivated. Our flagship program, the Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders (ADEL), brings together over 40 outstanding young voices each year for an immersive leadership experience rooted in dialogue, policy, and global cooperation. Participants explore pressing global issues, refine their leadership profiles, and join a vibrant, lifelong network of emerging leaders. In addition to ADEL, we offer focused training workshops tackling themes such as strategic foresight, diplomacy, policy innovation, and leadership—giving young talents the tools to think critically and act with purpose.
Deliver is the space where everything becomes real. We empower youth to transform their potential into impact through internships, volunteering, and youth-led initiatives. A central pillar of this approach is our Junior Professional Program (JPP)—a unique opportunity for early-career professionals to join our teams, contributing meaningfully to ongoing research, program design, and event strategy. JPPs work side-by-side with senior researchers and project leads, gaining first-hand experience in the workings of a policy think tank while strengthening their analytical, managerial, and collaborative skills. Whether through the JPP, the all-year long internships or the volunteering opportunities, our young collaborators make a tangible difference across local and global contexts.
We do more than nurture potential—we build momentums. We offer not only opportunities, but also a growing and engaged community of thinkers, doers, and leaders committed to building a more inclusive and sustainable world. This is where youthful energy becomes global impact.
Your journey starts here. Discover. Develop. Deliver. Shape the future with us!
