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Our Community at a Glance .
The success of the Venice School lies not only in its role as a pioneering training initiative fostering a dynamic learning environment, but also in its ability to empower participants with essential knowledge, practical skills, and a vital network to advocate effectively for justice and equality. Diversity is a core value of the programme, enhancing mutual exchange, personal growth and peer learning through the varied background and experiences of the participants.
Manfred Nowak
Secretary General, The Global Campus of Human Rights
In its long-standing history of excellence in training development, the programme has exemplified this mission by involving different cohorts of participants that have enriched the Venice School’s vibrant network of advocates, furthering its impact in driving social change across regions.
For 10 editions from 2010 to 2019 we have welcomed 128 young Russian students through a collaboration with the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, selected for XXX.
For 10 editions from 2016 to 2025 we have welcomed 130 Sakharov Fellows, selected by the European Parliament for their commitment to freedom of thought, human rights, and democratic values.
With its multidisciplinary and participatory approach, the Venice School supports the growth of a community that participants can both nurture and draw nourishment from, where to find space for self-care but also empathy.
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4.20 Satisfaction rate
Here some testimonials of past participants:
A very good chance that refuels human rights defenders with new energy, experience, network, and a bright flash of inspiration for new goals set ahead.