BASECAMP

For young leaders from all over Europe who are committed to a democratic Europe and want to take responsibility.

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We connect Europe's future leaders

We believe a strong Europe and thriving economy require resilient democracies, yet these face unprecedented challenges demanding fresh perspectives and innovative, action-driven solutions. That’s why the Basecamp in Lucerne brings together 45 exceptional young leaders under 45 from across Europe to leverage business for democratic innovation and responsible leadership.
 
Participants of the Basecamp not only contribute their professional expertise to the success of the Basecamp but also gain a unique opportunity to enhance their leadership profiles and grow as responsible leaders.
 
During the programme, they

  • engage in transformative dialogue at eye level to expand their leadership potential,
  • forge meaningful connections with peers as well as with attendees of the European Economic Forum from diverse countries and disciplines, and
  • collaborate to design innovative recommendations and solutions for the democratic challenges of today and tomorrow, with a particular emphasis on the role of the business sector.

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24 - 28 November 2025, Lucerne Region

Staying connected - Fellows Community

After Basecamp, participants stay connected with each other as members of the so-called «Fellows Community». In this way, we also connect the different classes with each other and bring them together at the annual Fellows Dinner on the occasion of the Annual Meeting in Lucerne.

Flashback 2024

«Impact Workshop Democracy»

Together with the Mercator Foundation Switzerland, we organised the "Impact Workshop Democracy" for the second time at the Basecamp 2024. In a hackathon, participants will develop low-threshold and feasible projects that make an effective contribution to the preservation of democracy in Switzerland and Europe.

The highlight of the programme is the session during the Annual Meeting. Here, the participants present their projects to the audience, especially executives and decision-makers from the business world. The winning project will then be presented on the main stage in front of the entire audience.
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What participants say about Basecamp

I must emphasize that this initiative surpassed all expectations, holding the  potential to catalyze genuine impact for a more resilient democracy in  Europe.

Aggeliki Galani
Mexoxo,  Community Manager

The Basecamp was the side program of #LucerneDialogue23 , and during the conference as young leaders, we found an incredible chance to present and discuss our ideas as well as hear their thoughts about how we can work for Europe's future.

Selin Yilmaz
Young Atlantic  Treaty Association, President

We  collaborated on a hackathon aimed at examining how businesses can help  reinforcing democracy across Europe, a truly impactful initiative and I must  say, I was deeply impressed by the achievements and insights of my fellow  colleagues.

Kristian Jacobsen
ISS Facility  Services A/S, Division Director

The  energy, ideas, and connections forged during this time were nothing short of  astounding. If this is the caliber of leadership driving Europe forward, the  future is undoubtedly in good hands.

Anett Numa
Accelerate Estonia,  Head of Government Relations

It was a  tremendous opportunity to meet like minded peers. Connecting with fellows, it  became abundantly clear that the ties that bind us are far stronger than the  differences that may seem to separate us.

Michal Sobczyk
EDP Renewables,  Head of Regulation and Markets

I’m  grateful for this experience, bringing home new project ideas, enriched  knowledge, and an expanded network of peers dedicated to shaping our  continent’s future. As I continue my work in Brussels and within Momentum,  these learnings will undoubtedly influence my approach to fostering a fairer,  more democratic Europe.

Evelin Hornyák
European  Parliament, Senior political and policy advisor

Do you know someone we should invite to the next Basecamp?

If so, we look forward to your nomination (no guarantee of invitation).

There for you!

Corina Jost

Project Manager Basecamp,

Impact Workshop Democracy
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