The Institute for Leadership, Policy & Advocacy (ILPA) is an international leadership and public policy initiative advancing diplomatic engagement, leadership development, economic competitiveness, and institutional collaboration across regions. Through summer institutes, leadership workshops, policy dialogues, cultural exchange initiatives, and global engagement opportunities, ILPA connects emerging leaders with institutions shaping diplomacy, governance, and international development.

The 2026 ILPA Morocco Summer Program offers an immersive experience for undergraduate and graduate students, recent graduates, and emerging professionals interested in diplomacy, governance, economic development, and international affairs. Participants engage with Moroccan government institutions, universities, cultural organizations, and policy experts while exploring Morocco’s historical, cultural, and geopolitical significance.

A core academic component of the program is the course Power Dynamics in the Global South: Governance, Geopolitics, Economic Development, and Cultural Diplomacy in Morocco. The course examines how political institutions, economic strategies, geopolitical positioning, and cultural diplomacy shape development in the Global South, using Morocco as a central case study. Through lectures, policy discussions, and institutional site visits, participants gain firsthand insight into Morocco’s role in regional diplomacy, economic development, and international cooperation.

Program Dates: July 2 - July 30, 2026

Application Fee: $50 

Program Fee: $3,999

Includes: International airfare • Housing and accommodations • Local transportation and program travel • Most meals • Cultural excursions and educational site visits • Engagements with government, diplomatic, academic, and policy institutions • Leadership and policy workshops • Arabic, French, and Amazigh language exposure sessions • Program materials • Certificate of completion

Support is available to assist participants in identifying scholarships, sponsorships, and external funding opportunities.

Informational Meeting: April 28 & May 5, 2026 (Zoom RSVP)

Application Deadline: May 11, 2026

Selection Notification: May 15, 2026

Program Deposit: Selected participants must submit a $1,000 non-refundable deposit by June 1, 2026 to secure their place in the program.

Final Payment Deadline: The remaining program balance must be paid by June 15, 2026.

(*College students should communicate with their Study Abroad Office regarding financial aid or course credits)