The only global launch pad for political leadership entrepreneurs and innovators.
The Better Politics Accelerator (BPA) is the flagship capacity-building program for the Political Leadership Entrepreneur Network (PLEN), a global multi-partisan community of +175 organizations innovating political leadership. We incubate, accelerate and equip political leadership at every stage of the Political Leadership Impact Path.​
New Cohort Callout
📣 Now Open: PLA 2026 Cohort
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A 3-month global online program for Political Leadership Entrepreneurs (PLEs) supporting politicians in office. Strengthen your team, accelerate your program, and connect with 175+ peer organizations worldwide.
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Key dates
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Deadline to apply: 12 July 2026
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Interviews: by 22 July
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Program kicks off: 18 August
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Graduation: 15 October 2026
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Scholarships available up to 100%. Tuition fee: €1,950.
What we offer
Coaching sessions with an expert to work through specific challenges and goals
Workshops: Interactive sessions with hands-on discussion and practice
PLEN membership — access to 175+ organizations worldwide
​Online learning platform with core content, ready-to-use contents and tools
​Cutting-edge events connecting you to the global ecosystem
Playbook: Core tool to plan, track milestones, and reflect on your PLA
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Who It's For
The BPA supports organizations developing Political Leadership Incubators (PLIs) for newcomers in politics (working from stage 1 to 4 of the Political Leadership Impact Path) and Political Leadership Accelerators (PLAs) support political leaders in office (working from stage 5 to 8 of the PLIP).
Do you have any questions?
Email us at: accelerator@betterpolitics.foundation