Work plan 2025

Well being in politics

Brain Gains & Campaign Trains: Turning tracks to wellness facts

Why are we focussing on the well being of politicians?

We are proposing this project for the work plan with a significant goal in mind: rebuilding trust through taking care of the mental well-being of politicians for a better leadership. The premise is simple – if political leaders are mentally and physically good, they’re more likely to be the kind of leaders we can trust. Essentially, good health equates to good leadership, which is pivotal for restoring faith in our systems.

What to expect from the seminar?

Mapping and Systematizing Local Experiences

Developing a Conceptual Framework of “Mental well-being for politicians”

Creating a “Mental well-being for young politicians 101”

The team

Romina Goga, IFLRY trainer

Tom Holtorf, IFLRY trainer

Maria Olthaar, IFLRY trainer

To be part of this first phase of the work plan. We will select 15 participants. All the participants for this workshop must be members of IFLRY member organizations. And they must be young politicians with an interest in mental well-being. It is especially relevant if you had some experience on the topic or if you have worked this in your member organization. If you are selected for this first phase of the work plan, you might be able to be selected for our second phase in Warsaw, Poland during the 17th to the 20th July, where you can become a trainer and implement what you learned in Stockholm! Check your availability before applying.

The accommodation, international flights and food is covered by the International Federation of Liberal Youth, thanks to the support of the Council of Europe – European Youth Foundation.  However there is a 30 euros participation fee to attend this event.