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    "modified_at": "2026-06-09 13:54:00",
    "published_at": "2026-06-05 15:13:00",
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    "body": "<p>\ud83d\udc4b Hello,</p><p>We are excited to announce the next edition of the &quot;<strong>Progressives Speak Up School&quot;</strong>, our flagship training programme for young progressive local and regional leaders from across Europe.</p><p>\ud83d\udccd This year&#039;s School will take place from <strong>10 to 11 September 2026 </strong>in <strong>Athens, Greece</strong>. This edition will focus on a key challenge for young progressive leaders: <strong>how to communicate effectively, build impactful campaigns and connect with citizens.</strong></p><p>Over two days, participants will take part in: </p><ul class=\"release-content-list release-content-list--bulleted release-content-list--align-inherit\"><li><span>Interactive workshops and participatory labs </span></li><li><span>A high-level PES Group public event</span></li><li><span>Inspiring social activities to connect with both young and senior progressive politicians</span></li></ul><h4 id=\"steps-to-apply\" >\ud83d\udcdd <strong>Steps to apply</strong></h4><p>Apply now to be among the <strong>young local leaders</strong> we will select and reimburse their travel and accommodation to attend this event. <strong>Applications are open until </strong><u><strong>Wednesday 17 June 2026</strong></u><strong> (23:59 CET).</strong></p><h3 id=\"click-here-to-apply\" style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https://pes.cor.europa.eu/call-applications-progressives-speak-school-athens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><u><strong>CLICK HERE TO APPLY</strong></u></a></h3><h4 id=\"who-can-apply\" ><strong>\ud83c\udf1f Who can apply?</strong></h4><ul class=\"release-content-list release-content-list--bulleted release-content-list--align-inherit\"><li><span>Participants&nbsp;<strong>must be elected at the local or regional level</strong></span></li><li><span><strong>The age limit of the participants is 40 years </strong></span></li><li><span>Participants are expected to attend the full programme from Thursday 10 September at 9h30 until Friday 11 September 13h00. To celebrate the start of the school, we will be having an informal drink on Wednesday 9 September, at 1h:30. We would be delighted if you could join us.</span></li><li><span><strong>A good level of English is required</strong></span></li></ul><p>We look forward to welcoming you in <strong>Athens </strong>to exchange ideas, defend democracy and build a progressive future together.</p><p>The PES Group Secretariat</p><div class=\"release-content-contact\" id=\"contact-b84fdffc-58d9-4ba8-904d-eaabd9e82dd9\">\n    <div class=\"release-content-contact__avatar\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/f1ba33a7-2cb9-4fcc-9a0c-2de70a1965ac/-/crop/4269x4267/727,914/-/preview/-/scale_crop/128x128/center/-/format/auto/\" alt=\"Vanessa Paget\" class=\"release-content-contact__avatar-image\" /></div>\n    <div class=\"release-content-contact__details\">\n        <strong class=\"release-content-contact__name\">Vanessa Paget</strong>\n        <em class=\"release-content-contact__description\">Campaign coordinator</em>\n        <ul class=\"release-content-contact__details-list\"><li 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