Call for Applications
Closing date for applications: 31 March 2026
Applications are open to persons between the ages of 18 and 25 years* who are in full-time education (academic or vocational), as well as to young professionals whose main place of residence is in Europe. By Europe, we mean all current and potential member states of the European Union. Prior experience in the field of civic engagement is required, for example in the form of volunteer work, as well as a basic knowledge of English and the willingness to sail as part of a team. The main topic of discourse for 2026 will be “Our Generation”.
You can find more information in the FAQ section, where we’ve answered frequently asked questions in detail.
* You must be within this age range at the time of application.
Required application documents:
The deadline for the application is 31 March 2026.
- Curriculum Vitae: In English, formatted chronologically and in bullet points. Please make sure to highlight any previous experience with civic engagement.
- Completed Application Form: The application form is available for download below.
- Session Proposal (to be included in the application form): In up to 1,900 characters, describe a session you would like to offer that connects to our theme “Our Generation” This could be a short lecture, an interactive talk, or a workshop. Your proposal should outline both your input on the topic and your initial ideas for the method or format. The session should last between 60 and 90 minutes, with at least 30 minutes of input from your side.
- A short video (max. 3 minutes) in which you answer the following question: “Imagine spending 10 days on a sailing boat with a European crew – no internet, limited space, shared tasks, and collective challenges. What do you personally bring to such a community – and how do you deal with cultural differences, communal living, and conflicts?” (The video should be submitted via a YouTube, Dropbox, or Google Drive link and included in the application form.)
Downloads
Application Form 2026
Complete the form online and send it, together with all required documents, as a single PDF by 31 March 2026 at 11:59 PM (CEST) to: application@farmont-stiftung.de
Open Call 2026 PDF
Download the Open Call information and share it with your crew – all the need-to-knows inside!