Adel Testimonials

Trying to highlight only one aspect about the great ADEL experience is not an easy task. However, we chose to emphasize not the professional realm, but the fostering of people-to-people relations. One of the most important results of the experience – apart from the enriching discussions – was to get to know each other and start a profound friendship.

" The participation to the Emerging Leaders Program encouraged me to articulate my own goals and vision to myself.

I now have a varied network of young professionals across the world, whom I have met with since, and I found the experience of presenting on stage with my peers in front of experts an extremely valuable learning experience."

" En 2018 j'ai eu l'opportunité de faire partie de la promotion 2018 des Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders. Ce programme de qualité mis en place par Policy Center for the New South était une véritable formation intensive qui m'a permis de bénéficier d'outils, d'acquérir de nouvelles compétences en leadership, design thinking, prise de parole en public mais aussi de novelles connaissances en matière de relations internationales. 

“The ADEL program created an engaging and welcoming space, in which open dialogue on key issues facing the Global South was able to be discussed without fear of censorship. I had a wonderful time meeting and bonding with the other participants—which, considering I am typically a bit of a silent participant in these programs, is really saying something.

"The Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders program is a valuable platform that brings together experts, policymakers, and stakeholders from various nationalities to discuss the complexities of public policy shaping and the evolving dynamics of transatlantic diplomacy. The events facilitated an insightful exchange of ideas on how Western and developing nations can collaborate to create inclusive and effective policy frameworks.

" The Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders program stands out for its networking. The 2014 Emerging Leaders have stayed in close contact, sharing their accomplishments and opportunities for collaboration. It is an alumni group that I am confident will maintain its strength into the future. "

"The Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders Programme was a great reminder that real problem-solving happens when different perspectives come together. Sitting with people from development economics, technology, and climate policy—each from different parts of the world—made it clear that no single field has all the answers. The real value lies in connecting ideas across disciplines.

" L’expérience que je viens de vivre dans le cadre de ce programme Emerging Leader va constituer une source d’inspiration dans ma vie professionnelle de jeune élue locale et d’entrepreneure. C’est la toute première fois que je participe à un programme qui offre autant de thématiques et qui met en liaison des jeunes de différents horizons. "

''My ADEL experience was a wonderful experience.

" The Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders program is the perfect gathering for thinkers and doers to connect and collaborate, under the sharp vision of the Policy Center for the New South. The meeting gathers high level panelists and experts from all over the world and creates a wonderful space to challenge ideas and concepts.

" The ability to debate shared 21st-century challenges with an array of emerging leaders with diverse backgrounds - representing the North and South Atlantic, developing and developed countries, and the public, private and nonprofit sectors - made the program an immensely worthwhile and valuable experience. I recommend it to everyone. "

“The Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders (ADEL) program was a transformative experience that exceeded all expectations. The program’s passion—for connection, for dialogue, for knowledge, and for progress—is contagious, and I hope it never loses that spark. 

The ADEL 2022 program was truly an incredible experience. An intense but good environment to foster a strong bond amongst the fellows. There were insightful panel discussions across peace & security, industry 4.0, climate change, food security, as well as valuable interactions with ADEL alumni as a segway into the main Atlantic dialogues conference with leaders from across the Atlantic region.

It was a privilege to take part in the 2022 Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders (ADEL) program, and by extension, welcomed to the Atlantic Dialogues conference. 

The experience in ADEL 2023, made me realise how global perspective in decision, design and thinking and networking and collaboration can be achieved especially global south. It also expounded a lot on emerging technologies like AI and its impact in my career field. I would greatly recommend the ADEL program to any young person you will challenged, inspired and engaged.

"The Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders (ADEL) program was an incredible space to meet and exchange ideas with accomplished professionals and bright minds from all over the world. The chance to connect with people who bring such diverse perspectives and expertise made the experience deeply enriching, reinforcing the value of meaningful networks. These aren’t just professional contacts; they’re spaces where ideas circulate, evolve, and sometimes even turn into concrete action. 

" The Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders program provided me with the unique chance to meet bright people that have the energy and passion to lead their communities towards a positive developmental path. The various networking opportunities, seminars, and panels and crisis simulation exercises vibed-up my curiosity and understanding on complementary areas of my work.

" The Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders Program (ADEL) stands as a signpost in my professional development journey due to the varied experiences I encountered. From the EL to the Atlantic Dialogues the context-rich contributions by panelist and members of the audience, served to re-educate me on the single story I knew of Africa.