Do you need help to launch or improve a participatory program? Apply for expert mentoring support!

The Rising Stars Program provides democracy practitioners with expert guidance to launch and improve participatory programs. This online mentorship program connects advocates, policymakers, and program managers seeking advice on their projects to on-the-ground experts who can assist them.

Thanks to EU Horizon funding through the Nets4Dem program, Coglobal is also now partnering with People Powered to expand the Rising Stars mentorship opportunities in Europe.

Apply by September 27

Participants engage in up to five 1-hour calls over six months, focusing on developing participatory programs in civil society and government.

Who is this program for?

Activists in civil society organizations and governments trying to win approval for participatory programs.
Government officials and community partners trying to plan participatory programs.
Staff in government and civil society organizations responsible for implementing participatory programs.

How does the program work?

Apply for expert mentoring support.
Prepare for the program. Participate in an online orientation session about the program’s goals and expectations, mentoring process and resources offered. We review your application and assign you a mentor or mentoring group. Matching criteria include the type of participatory program, language, location, and challenges you need support with.
Meet your mentor or mentoring group. You and your mentor schedule a call to discuss your challenges and decide on the goals you want to achieve through your mentorship. You have up to five calls with your mentor or mentoring group over 6 months.
Get the confidence, knowledge and skills to run a more successful participatory program!