About This Opportunity
Applications are now open for the Creative Europe-funded initiative aimed at women and gender-diverse individuals committed to driving diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) **in the music industry.**
The Talent Leadership Programme is a hands-on, six-month training experience that gives participants the tools, knowledge, and support to drive change in their organisations, communities, and beyond. Each year, 43 participants from Europe and Canada come together to explore leadership, social change, entrepreneurship, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) principles while building a vibrant network of like-minded peers.
The programme involves:
* Kick-off at Tallinn Music Week, Estonia, 9–12 April 2026
* Wrap-up at Reeperbahn Festival, Germany, 16–19 September 2026
* 6-month programme with sessions for at least 2h per week (April–Sept 2026)
What You'll Get
Types: FUNDING, TRAVEL, OTHER
Each participant will get a baseline travel bursary. We also allocate extra funds to participants based in Canada (to cover extra travel costs), participants with childcare needs and participants with accessibility needs. Additionally, green top-ups are available for eco-friendly travel. As a participant in the Talent Leadership Programme (TLP), you’ll gain: * Knowledge and Tools: Training in leadership, innovation, and driving social change with a focus on DEIA. * Hands-On Experience: Develop your own initiative or contribute to impactful projects. * Personalised Mentorship: One-on-one guidance from an experienced leader to shape your leadership style. * Supportive Network: Collaborate with fellow participants, experts, and the Keychange team in a safe and inclusive environment.
Application Requirements
- APPLICATION_FORMS
- ARTWORK_PORTFOLIO
- ARTIST_STATEMENT
- CV
- PROJECT_DESCRIPTION
- LETTER_OF_INTENT
- MOTIVATION_LETTER
Eligibility
Other Requirements
You need to be based in one of the Creative Europe countries, in the UK, Canada or Switzerland.
Keychange
Berlin, DE
Verified Organization
Active since 2020
Ready to take the next step?
Don't miss out on this opportunity. Applications close on November 12, 2025.