Club de Madrid

05/06/2026

🌍 Ahead of 2026 organised by the Youth Democracy Cohort, supported by the WYDE Civic Engagement and led by the European Partnership for Democracy, we are proud to spotlight two Club de Madrid WYDE Decision-makers Members who are helping shape more inclusive and representative democracies.

· "Representation matters. Not only because it changes who sits at the table, but because it changes the conversations, priorities and shape of our societies." — Elena Sofia Motta Kolleff, Congress Member, Guatemala.

· "Democracy needs young voices, not as spectators but as decision-makers." — Alejandra Arburola Cabrera, Diplomatic Advisor at Costa Rica's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Through their work and leadership, Elena and Ale are demonstrating why meaningful youth participation is essential to the future of democracy.

We look forward to seeing them join young leaders from across the globe at .

👉🏻 More info: https://youthdemocracycohort.com/demowave-2026/

02/06/2026

29/05/2026

A timely and constructive meeting took place today in London between our Vice President Michelle Bachelet and our Member Gordon Brown.

Their exchange focused on the future of international cooperation, inclusive policymaking, and the urgent need to strengthen global common goods in an increasingly complex world.

At a time of growing uncertainty, leadership and experience such as theirs remain essential to advancing meaningful and democratic solutions to global challenges.

These conversations will continue at the upcoming Club de Madrid Annual Policy Dialogue in Madrid, 22–24 June, where Members and partners will come together to shape forward-looking responses to today’s most pressing issues.

▶️ Know more about our Annual Policy Dialogue 2026 - https://clubmadrid.org/work/annual-policy-dialogues/2026/

28/05/2026

Some of the most consequential decisions about AI will not be made by technologists alone — they will be made by leaders committed to safeguarding democracy, human rights, and inclusive governance.

Last week, Regulating AI and Club de Madrid convened a closed-door strategic dialogue on Democratic AI Governance, bringing together former heads of state, global policy leaders, and AI experts from across the world to reflect on one of the defining challenges of our time: how to ensure AI serves democratic societies and the public good.

The discussion featured valuable contributions from:
• Sanjay Puri, President, Regulating AI
• Esko Aho, Former Prime Minister of Finland and Member of Club de Madrid
• Tarja Halonen, Former President of the Republic of Finland and Member of Club de Madrid
• Sean Cleary, Chairman of Strategic Concepts (India) Pvt. Ltd. (Pty) Ltd. and Advisor of Club de Madrid
• Obiageli Oby Ezekwesili, Former Minister of Education of Nigeria and Advisor of Club de Madrid
• Rubén Campos, Director of Programs, Club de Madrid
• Micky Tripathi, Chief AI Implementation Officer, Mayo Clinic
• Preetam Maloor, Head of the Emerging Technologies Division, International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
• Guillaume Andro, Management & Technology Consulting, EY

As AI continues to reshape institutions, economies, and societies, democratic leadership and international cooperation will be essential to ensure accountability, trust, and human-centred governance.
More conversations to come.

▶️ Watch the webinar here: https://youtu.be/T4GCTgrcf9E?si=fpXGAyVCKCmH_OxO

26/05/2026

Plataforma CIPÓ Global Policy Dialogue 2026, held in May 25-26 in Salvador de Bahia, Brazil, analyzed the legacy of COP30 and the implementation prospects for COP31.

Club de Madrid Advisor Allyson Maynard-Gibson addressed the audience at this important event, which gathered high-level Brazilian political representatives, various relevant civil society organizations from numerous countries, and key international agencies for global climate management.

Following last year's International Court of Justice Advisory Opinion on climate change, Maynard-Gibson shared her perspective on states' obligations, describing the ruling as "a turning point in the evolution of climate governance and modern multilateralism."

22/05/2026

🌍 Global Public Goods can only be protected through democratic leadership, international cooperation and collective responsibility.

This June, Club de Madrid will convene former Presidents and Prime Ministers, policymakers and experts in Madrid for the Annual Policy Dialogue 2026.

Through the voices of Club de Madrid Members Danilo Türk, Leo Varadkar T.D., George A. Papandreou and Stefan Löfven, this video reminds us that democracy is not only about representation — it is about ensuring that everyone has a say in how our shared global goods are governed.

As Leo Varadkar T.D. states, the world’s most successful societies “tend to be democracies. And that’s not a coincidence.”

“Global Public Goods belong to humankind as a whole.” — Danilo Türk

George A. Papandreou warns, when citizens are excluded from decisions affecting Global Public Goods, alienation grows and democracy itself is weakened.

And Stefan Löfven reminds us that because Global Public Goods are for everyone, governing them democratically means being inclusive and ensuring that everybody is on board.

🔗 Learn more about the Annual Policy Dialogue 2026:
https://clubmadrid.org/work/annual-policy-dialogues/2026/

18/05/2026

🌍 ¿Cómo puede Iberoamérica contribuir a una mejor arquitectura de gobernanza de la salud global?

Te invitamos al webinar:
“Soluciones iberoamericanas al reto de la gobernanza y la integración regional de la salud global”

📅 21 mayo 2026 | 🕓 16:00 CET | 💻 Online

Con la participación de:
• Laura Chinchilla Miranda (Presidenta de Costa Rica (2010-2014) y Presidenta de Club de Madrid)
• Rafael Valdez (Cenaprece Salud)
• Jorge Saavedra (AIDS Healthcare Foundation)
• Simon Dickinson (Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations - CEPI)
• Luciana Armijos Acurio (CAF - banco de desarrollo de América Latina y el Caribe)
• María Elena Agüero (Club de Madrid)

📌 Registro: https://clubmadrid-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bwkLMqueQaSA7bD43QPjjQ #/registration

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🌍 How can Ibero-America contribute to a better global health governance framework?

Join us for the webinar:
“Ibero-American solutions to the challenges of governance and regional integration in global health”

📅 21 May 2026 | 🕓 16:00 CET | 💻 Online

With the participation of:
• Laura Chinchilla Miranda (President of Costa Rica (2010-2014) and President of Club de Madrid)
• Rafael Valdez (Cenaprece Salud)
• Jorge Saavedra (AIDS Healthcare Foundation)
• Simon Dickinson (Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations - CEPI)
• Luciana Armijos Acurio (CAF - banco de desarrollo de América Latina y el Caribe)
• María Elena Agüero (Club de Madrid)

📌 Register here: https://clubmadrid-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bwkLMqueQaSA7bD43QPjjQ #/registration

AIDS Healthcare Foundation AHF Global Public Health Institute Secretaría General Iberoamericana (SEGIB)

18/05/2026

🚨 CONVOCATORIA DE VOLUNTARIADO – EVENTO INTERNACIONAL EN MADRID 🌍

¿Te imaginas formar parte de un evento internacional junto a líderes mundiales en pleno corazón de Madrid?

Club de Madrid busca estudiantes y jóvenes profesionales para unirse al equipo de apoyo del Annual Policy Dialogue 2026, un encuentro de alto nivel que reunirá a ex Jefes de Estado y de Gobierno, representantes internacionales y figuras clave del ámbito político y global.

📍 Palacio de Cibeles, Madrid
📅 22–24 de junio de 2026

🔹 ¿En qué podrás colaborar?
• Registro y acreditaciones
• Gestión y coordinación de participantes
• Transfers y apoyo logístico
• Apoyo en salas y conferencias
• Atención a invitados y speakers internacionales

✨ ¿Qué te llevarás de esta experiencia?
• Experiencia práctica en un evento internacional de alto nivel
• Networking y aprendizaje en un entorno multicultural
• Una experiencia diferencial para tu CV
• Gratificación en cheque regalo (+30€ por jornada)
• Posibilidad de reconocimiento como créditos universitarios

👥 Buscamos personas con:
• Interés en eventos, RRII, comunicación, protocolo o logística
• Buen nivel de inglés
• Actitud proactiva y ganas de aprender
• Disponibilidad durante el evento

📩 Envía tu CV a [email protected] | Asunto: “Volunteer – Policy Dialogue 2026”

👉🏻 Más información sobre el : https://clubmadrid.org/work/annual-policy-dialogues/2026/

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🚨 VOLUNTEER CALL – INTERNATIONAL EVENT IN MADRID 🌍

Can you imagine being part of an international event alongside global leaders in the heart of Madrid?

Club de Madrid is looking for students and young professionals to join the support team for Annual Policy Dialogue 2026, a high-level event bringing together former Heads of State and Government, international representatives, and key global political figures.

📍 Palacio de Cibeles, Madrid
📅 June 22–24, 2026

🔹 Areas of collaboration:
• Registration & accreditation
• Participant coordination
• Logistics & transfers
• Conference room support
• Assistance to international guests and speakers

✨ What will you gain?
• Hands-on experience at a high-level international event
• Networking opportunities in a multicultural environment
• Valuable experience for your CV
• Gift voucher compensation (+€30 per day)
• Possibility of university academic credits

👥 We are looking for:
• Students and young professionals
• Good level of English
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• Availability during the event

📩 Send your CV to [email protected] | Subject: “Volunteer – Policy Dialogue 2026”
👉🏻 More information about : https://clubmadrid.org/work/annual-policy-dialogues/2026/

14/05/2026

13/05/2026

This week Club de Madrid, together with Nuru Trust Network and SDGs Kenya Forum, convened the High-Level Dialogue “Youth Leadership as Drivers of Gender Equality in Kenya” in Nairobi as part of the European Commission’s WYDE Civic Engagement Initiative.

The dialogue brought together young leaders, policymakers, civil society representatives and international partners to discuss how youth participation can advance gender equality, inclusive governance and democratic resilience in Kenya.

As highlighted by Mokgweetsi Masisi, former President of Botswana and Member of Club de Madrid:
💬 “Young people should be viewed as a resource rather than a problem. Governments must create environments that encourage multi-generational conversations and support young people to grow through experience.”

Discussions focused on the barriers that continue to limit youth political participation — particularly for young women — including structural discrimination, the high cost of political participation and the slow implementation of gender equality commitments.

We were honoured to count on the participation of:
🎙️ Mokgweetsi E. K. Masisi, former President of Botswana and Member of Club de Madrid
🎙️ Chiggai Harriette, Special Advisor on Women’s Rights to the President of Kenya
🎙️ Madelena Monoja — Deputy Resident Representative, UNDP Kenya
🎙️ Antonia N'Gabala-Sodonon, UN Women Representative to Kenya
🎙️ Gloria Wawira, National Youth Council Kenya
🎙️ Yvonne Wamucii, Office of the President’s Special Programmes, Kenya, and member of Club de Madrid’s WYDE Network of Young Decision Makers
👏 Special thanks as well to moderator Nathaniel Mong'are for guiding a rich and engaging discussion.

🌍 Strengthening youth leadership is essential to building more inclusive, representative and democratic societies.

European Union in Kenya