A great place to learn and participate in building future leaders.
Marilo MetaPresident & Founder, LDA Europe
300+ young leaders · 6 countries · youth-led
Empowering future leaders to build inclusive communities with unity, equity & prosperity
A non-profit run by young professionals championing leadership, democracy, entrepreneurship, technology & innovation, and professional growth across the Balkans and Baltics.
6
Countries
EU & non-EU
1,280+
Certificates issued
Youthpass & LDA
8,450+
Participants
Since 2017
18+
Partnerships
Across Europe
What we do
Five pillars, one mission
Every programme we run, from a weekend training to an international conference, grows one of these.
01
Leadership
Training courses, mentorship and real projects that turn potential into practice.
02
Democracy & governance
Civic voice, participation and dialogue with institutions, without party politics.
03
Entrepreneurship
Turning ideas into ventures and community initiatives that last.
04
Technology & innovation
Free Tech, CRM and AI training with the Salesforce and Slack communities.
05
Professional growth
Erasmus+ mobilities, certificates and a network that spans six countries.
Our purpose
Gearing up for the future
We support young people in realizing their potential and becoming leaders and change-makers in their communities, inspiring global youth through collaborative partnerships, international exchanges, training, and volunteerism.
Our Mission
To serve as an international platform that activates and fosters youth potential, empowering personal and professional skills through volunteering, engagement, and international interaction.
Our Vision
To help young people become leaders and change-makers, nurturing ethical and moral principles, because their potential is a movement for a better tomorrow.
“Fostering leadership by igniting youth actions for unity, equity, and prosperity.”
Highlights
Programmes & events
Our conferences, EU projects, trainings, and networking across the region.
InternationalAlbania DREAMin’
Our international Salesforce community conference at the Pyramid of Tirana.
TiranaVisit
RegionalLEAPin
Our regional youth-leadership conference, uniting changemakers across the Balkans.
BalkansVisit
Erasmus+Erasmus+ Mobilities
EU-funded training courses and youth exchanges across Europe, building skills and employability.
Across EuropeRead more
EU ProjectNURTURE Project
An Erasmus+ initiative opening career and skills pathways for youth across the Western Balkans.
W. BalkansRead more
Testimonials
What our young leaders say
Marilo MetaPresident & Founder, LDA EuropeIt’s been a great experience to join.
Qëndrim HoxhaVP & Director, LDA KosovoA great place to learn new skills.
Erjola HysaProject ManagerGet involved
Ready to lead where you live?
Membership runs for one year and is open to young people across our six countries. No experience required, just the will to build a more united, equal and prosperous community.