EJTN is delighted to open the second call for applications for the 2025 Exchange Programme for Judicial Authorities!
Are you interested in expanding your knowledge of different judicial systems, court management and leadership, or judicial training methodologies?
Then apply today for this unique opportunity to gain first-hand insights into the judicial systems of your European peer. Deadline for applications is 31 October 2024 (18:00, Brussels time).
In partnership with its Member institutions, EJTN provides a wide range of exchange opportunities, offering invaluable professional development for Judges, Prosecutors, Court Staff, and Trainers across Europe.
| Type of exchange | Description |
| General exchanges | They enable participants to experience the work of their counterparts in another country and to become acquainted with a foreign judicial system. Over 1,000 places are offered across nearly all EU Member States. Exchanges are available in various languages and formats. |
| Specialised exchanges | They allow participants to immerse themselves in the work of a European colleague working in the same area of law. These exchanges cover a wide range of specialisations, including family law, organised crime, labour law, asylum-refugee law, tax law, environmental law, mediation, digitalisation of justice, domestic violence, hate crime, etc. |
| Judicial leaders exchanges | They provide court presidents, chief prosecutors and court staff managers with tools to develop their leadership and management skills. |
| Trainers exchanges |
They enable participants to familiarise themselves with training methodologies, pedagogical tools, and best practices. Participants also gain insights into training initiatives implemented in the host country. |
Application process and requirements
Applications must be submitted through the Exchange Programme online application forms by Thursday 31 October 2024 at 18:00 (Brussels time).
EJTN Member institutions are responsible for the selection of applicants.
For more information, watch the video below or on the EJTN Youtube channel.
Previous and upcoming calls for applications
On 1 September, we launched the call for applications for Bilateral Exchanges and Long-Term Training Periods. The application period is still open, and applications must be submitted through the Exchange Programme online application forms by Tuesday 15 October 2024 at 18:00 (Brussels time).
Additionally, other calls for applications will be launched in the coming months for various activities, including: Study visits to various institutions, Regional exchanges, Judiciary Learning Grant Programme, and EJTN-CEPOL exchanges.
General information
Please note that the selection process of all Exchange Programme participants is the prerogative of EJTN Member and Associate Member institutions.
Launched in 2005, at the initiative of the European Parliament, the Exchange Programme for Judicial Authorities allows judges, prosecutors, court staff and trainers from different EU Member States to improve their knowledge of other judicial systems through direct contact and exchange of views and experiences.
The Exchange Programme also aims at developing a common European judicial culture based on mutual trust and cooperation between judicial authorities in the European judicial area.
