"Arts Education for All" Working Group: Call for Student Members

ELIA - European League of Institutes of the Arts is looking for 2 motivated students from its member schools to join its "Arts Education for All" working group. 

This is an opportunity for students to contribute their perspective, collaborate internationally, and engage in meaningful projects related to arts education, access, and policy. 

Missions & benefits

• Lead and represent the student perspective in European arts education discussions.  
• Collaborate internationally and contribute to meaningful projects.  
• Gain experience and make an impact on research, policy, and advocacy.   
• Expand your professional network across ELIA’s member institutions. 

NB: Selected student members will receive grants covering travel and accommodation for the group’s annual in-person working group meetings.

Profile of the ideal candidate 

• Committed to arts education – through studies, research, projects, or independent initiatives.
• Engaged across educational levels – via mentoring, tutoring, or arts education programmes.
• Developing artistic or educational practices – linking creative work with teaching, learning, or arts education.
• Curious and open-minded – exploring intersections of artistic disciplines and pedagogies.
• Collaborative and communicative – sharing perspectives and representing the student voice.

Previous experience in advocacy, teaching, or leadership is welcome but not required. Enthusiasm, commitment, and curiosity matter most!   

Application process

• Download ELIA's call for nominations below.
• Apply through this online form by 16th February 2026.
• For more info, please contact ELIA Community Manager Amalia Smyrnioti at amalia.smyrnioti@elia-artschools.org.

NB: Applicants must include a letter of support from their institution confirming approval of the time commitment and acknowledging participation in Working Group activities as valid justification for academic absences.