EU Preparedness Training Course on Policy and Governance: prevention, preparedness and response (PPR) planning 

This course will be held twice in 2025.

During the application process, please select your preferred session:  

• Florence, Italy: 10–11 April 2025

  • Venue: School of Transnational Governance, European University Institute

  • Accommodation: The Social Hub, Viale Lavagnini, 70

• Vienna, Austria: 11–12 June 2025 

  • Venue and accommodation: Flemings Hotel Wien-Stadthalle, Neubaugürtel 26-28, 1070 Wien

Application and selection process: Please apply only if you are certain that you will participate. By applying, you confirm that you have the approval of your department. The selection of participants will be carried out in coordination with the applicants. Participants will be informed accordingly. Please note that individuals nominated by their country will receive priority access to the trainings, and remaining spots will be allocated based on availability.

Application Deadlines:

• EUPT in Florence - CLOSED

• 29 April 2025 for EUPT in Vienna 

Logistics for both training courses 

Arrival: Participants are expected to arrive the evening before the training starts (9 April for Florence and 10 June for Vienna). 

Welcome reception: Participants are invited to an informal welcome reception on the evening before the training begins, scheduled for 19:00 local time. To help us plan accordingly, our event managers will check in with participants in advance to confirm attendance.

Venue and accommodation: Details will be shared closer to the event. 

Flights: Event managers will contact registered participants to coordinate flight bookings and will take care of all flight arrangements. 

Costs: All costs, including accommodation, meals, and travel, will be covered by the EPIC11 project. 

About the course 

This training course is designed to guide participants through the development and review of harmonised prevention, preparedness and response (PPR) policies, ensuring alignment across sectors and borders. With a strong focus on leadership in multidisciplinary and multi-level coordination, the course equips participants to spearhead cross-border emergency preparedness initiatives. Participants will gain the skills to identify needs, prioritise actions, and assess emergency preparedness policies and plans for effective and evidence-based decision-making, ultimately enhancing national and regional preparedness efforts.

The two-day programme features interactive sessions and case studies that delve into policy design and development, leadership strategies for effective PPR coordination, and integrating research and evidence into PPR planning. These topics are explored through practical exercises, real-world examples, and scenarios involving a variety of hazards. The highly interactive format ensures participants are actively engaged throughout the course. 

Participants

This course welcomes professionals from EU Member States, Lichtenstein, Norway, Iceland, and international organisations involved in emergency preparedness and response in the European region. It is particularly suited for mid- and high-level managers, policymakers, public health specialists, officials, and technical experts working at national and sub-national levels. The course is particularly suited for professionals from multiple sectors who are involved in developing policies, operational national plans, or international health regulations for emergencies. Additionally, it targets leaders responsible for creating strategies, policies, and recommendations related to PPR within ministries, public health institutes, and agencies. 

Overview of EU Preparedness Trainings in 2025