Name of the project: “E-Learning DEMPOD Podcast Festival”
Date of Project: 14.09.2026 – 18.09.2026
Hosting organization: “BRAVO“
Place: Online, Zoom
Participants age: 18+
The number of volunteers: –
Working language: English
Deadline for applying: 09.09.2026.
E-learning
14-18 September 2026 | Online, Zoom
Ready to amplify your voice and drive social change? DEMPOD Online Podcast Festival is a 5-day event (14-18 September 2026, 17:00-19:30 CET daily), aiming to empower participants to use podcasting as a tool for civic engagement.
Are you ready to turn your voice into a powerful tool for change? We are thrilled to invite you to the DEMPOD Online Podcast Festival, a flagship 5-day event taking place from 14-18 September 2026. This festival is a core part of the DEMPOD project, which is dedicated to empowering young people across the Balkans and Europe to use podcasts for civic engagement and active participation in democratic life.
This is more than just a series of webinars; it is a large-scale virtual exchange designed to connect 1,000 young creators, youth workers, and activists from across the continent. Over five days, you will dive into interactive panel discussions, practical masterclasses, and hands-on workshops led by industry professionals. You will even have the unique opportunity to pitch your podcast ideas to experts in the sector and compete for mentoring prizes to help launch your own professional series.
Day 1 (14 Sept): Hit Record – Podcast Production & Content Creation
Focus: Mastering the technical foundation to produce high-quality digital content.
Day 2 (15 Sept): Democracy on Air – Podcasting for Civic Engagement
Focus: Celebrating the International Day of Democracy by exploring podcasts as spaces for public conversation.
Day 3 (16 Sept): Podcasts with Purpose – Launching & Funding
Focus: How NGOs and institutions can use podcasts for long-term community engagement.
Day 4 (17 Sept): Grow the Mic – Marketing & Audience Growth
Focus: Practical strategies for reaching more listeners through digital marketing, SEO, and social media.
Day 5 (18 Sept): Youth on Stage – Reaching Gen Z
Focus: Making democratic content relevant and viral for younger generations.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of Europe’s premier youth podcasting community! Register for the days that interest you most—or join us for the full week to earn your digital citizenship edge.