OUR MISSION
At YPFP Brussels we believe that building the next generation of leaders in foreign policy is key in adapting to an ever-changing world. We provide events with high-level speakers, we offer invaluable connections with reputable institutions and we nurture a community of highly qualified professionals around the world.
SHAPING THE LEADERS OF TOMORROW
Our Events & Publications
Do you like to be well-informed about foreign policy in Europe? Stay up-to date on everything we’re preparing and publishing.
Our Annual Report
Brussels hosts a large range of activities, workshops and gatherings. Check our Annual Report to read how our branch is performing.
Our Member of the Month
Each month, we recognise and share our members’ successes with the YPFP network in Europe and beyond. Could you be our next MoM?
EVENTS
- Ongoing -
YPFP Brussels became a member of YPFP's global branch in 2008. 12 years later, we boast 300 members, with a team of more than 25 volunteers organizing over 40 events per year, including high level panel debates, Ambassador's round-tables, professional development workshops and social events.
Innovation & Technology Initiative
Newly embraced technology is shaping and creating the world we all live in. But do we really understand it? Our I&T Initiative will give you a foundation to embrace technology!
YPFP's NATO Series
The NATO Series presents events on defence and security-related topics, connecting youth to the world's strongest military alliance.
Gender Initiative 2020
2020 marked the 25th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action of 1995. Join us as we celebrate through a series of events, interviews, and publications.
PARTNERSHIPS
YPFP Brussels has an extensive history of hosting compelling events with Ambassadors from Canada, Australia, Qatar, Israel and Turkey. We have also partnered with NATO, the US Embassy to the EU, members of the European Parliament, industry leaders in defence capability development, SAAB and peace experts, the Quaker Council for European Affairs (QCEA) and the Benelux Union. To partner with YPFP Brussels send an email to brussels@ypfp.org.
WHAT WE OFFER
TOOLS OF THE TRADE SERIES (TOT)
ToT provides practical workshops on career skills for YPFP members that are led by professionals willing to share tips and advice in their realms of expertise.
AMBASSADOR SERIES
This Series offers YPFP members the chance to meet with Ambassadors (of the EU and beyond) in a "fireside chat" setting to discuss their countries’ stances on foreign policy issues.
SECURITY TALKS
Security Talks is a discussion group that meets in an informal environment to discuss the newest developments in security and defence. Join us and meet like-minded people!
Our team
Brussels is considered the de facto capital of the European Union, having a long history of hosting many EU institutions and International Organizations. Did you know that 46% of the population of Brussels is from outside Belgium? Brussels has a bubbling expat community and the YPFP Brussels is no different. Our staff members come from various place on earth. We invite you to get to know them.
OUR DIRECTORS
Our Brussels' branch leadership consists of our Managing Director who oversees four teams: Communications, Membership, Programmes and Security & Defence.
Marija Sulce
Managing Director
Marija Sulce | Managing Director
Marija has been leading the YPFP Brussels team as the Managing Director since February 2023, having previously served as the Director of the Security and Defence team. She is responsible for strategy implementation oversight, coordination, and team management for the whole Brussels branch. Outside of YPFP she is specialised in European security and defence as well as corporate communication with experiences at the EU and NATO. Originally from Lithuania, Marija has also lived in Japan, UK, France, and now Belgium.