Register to attend the Citizenship School
What will you learn?
The Citizenship School includes 4 main modules.
Module 1: Social Engagement and Political Influence
Session 1 (4h): Understanding EU & Portuguese Political Systems
Session 2 (4h): Tools of Political Participation + Political Literacy & Misinformation
Session 3 (2h): Migrant Representation in Portugal
Module 2: Global Challenges and their impact on migration
Session 4 (2h): Global Drivers of Migration
Session 5 (4h): EU & PT Migration Systems
Session 6 (4h): Portugal 2026 National Agenda + Digital Threats, Hate Speech & Identity
Module 3: Rights and Challenges of Citizens
Session 7 (4h): Everyday Rights of Migrants
Session 8 (4h): Barriers & Solutions + Citizenship & Belonging
Session 9 (2h): Voting Rights & Municipal Simulation
Module 4: Strategic Communication and Political Advocacy
Session 10 (2h): Civic Leadership
Session 11 (4h): Public Speaking & Civic Storytelling + Digital Advocacy & Campaigning
Session 12 (4h): Advocacy Plan & Preparation for Debate
Mentoring & Public Debate
Participants will also be invited to take part in:
Mentoring sessions with professionals, academics, and community leaders.
A public debate or final event, where participants can present ideas, campaigns, or proposals.
These activities help you connect learning with real‑world experience and networks.
Beyond the training
A small number of participants who complete the programme will also have the opportunity to visit the European Parliament in Brussels, gaining first-hand insight into how decisions are made at a European level.