Manfred Wörner Seminar/Euro-Atlantik Seminar

• Examine European security policy and discuss US-German and US-European security interests
• Deepen understanding between participants from the United States, Germany, and other European countries
• Bring together participants from different disciplines and sectors
• Broaden professional networks and horizons
• Provide an opportunity for the exchange of views, experiences, and knowledge among young leaders on various aspects of the topics

Individuals in leadership positions, in politics, government (local, state, and federal), media, business, academia, and the nonprofit sector (think tanks and nongovernmental organizations).

• Be between 25 and 35 years of age at the time of travel
• Have a strong interest in security and defense
• Have an outstanding record of achievement in your profession
• Display an interest in transatlantic relations

Selected participants pay a $1,500 fee to attend. All other program expenses, including travel, accommodation, and meals are paid by the German Armed Forces and the German Marshall Fund of the United States.

All registration fees are 100 percent non-refundable once paid and an incoming fellow shall not be entitled to any reimbursement for fees paid under any circumstances. Please consult a tax professional for options on claiming tax credit or educational benefit for your fellowship.

By enrolling in the Manfred Wörner Seminar, each participant agrees to comply with the policies and procedures, terms of use, and privacy and branding policy of GMF. A breach of any of these terms or any misuse of any services or benefits of the Manfred Wörner Seminar is cause for cancellation of the fellowship. GMF, in its sole discretion and determination, may cancel any fellowship when it is determined that a fellow’s ongoing participation is not in the best interest of GMF, or where a fellow has engaged in conduct deemed detrimental to GMF’s mission, brand, or legal standing.

* Prices are subject to change

• A twelve-day seminar that consists of briefings and dialogues with senior security experts and practitioners as well as site visits
• Different venues in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany
• Accommodation and travel
• Lifelong membership in the GMF Alumni Network

• The first iteration of the seminar is June 18 to 29, 2022
• The second iteration is August 27 to September 7, 2022

More than 4,000 leaders have participated in GMF’s transatlantic leadership initiatives, creating a vibrant and far-reaching network that is a great asset for the transatlantic relationship.

As an alumnus of a GMF leadership program, you will become part of GMF’s transatlantic alumni community and will have access to a range of additional leadership development opportunities that will enable you to increase your transatlantic engagement. These currently include GMF policy events, seminars, seed grants for alumni projects, and alumni conferences. For a full overview, please visit our website:

https://www.gmfus.org/leadership-development/alumni-opportunities and sign up to GMFs world wire!

Applications for the second iteration of the seminar are accepted on June 15, 2022.

The following are required for a complete application:

• A cover letter
• A current résumé with full contact information
• A passport photo or headshot for the seminar brochure
• A formal letter of recommendation

In order to start the application process, you must create a username and password. You can then use this log-in information to save drafts and return to your application at a later time. Once all information is entered and supplemental materials are attached, you must formally submit your completed application.

The applicant will be notified of selection results within two months following the application deadline.

Applications will be evaluated by a selection committee drawn from the GMF and representatives from the Armed Forces Office of the German Defense Ministry. All application materials and the selection committee’s evaluations remain confidential. The committee will not provide feedback on individual applications to candidates who are not shortlisted for interview.