Short Description
Supported by the Creative Europe Programme of the European Union, Keychange is a global network and movement working towards a total restructure of the music industry in reaching full gender equality.
The Keychange Talent Leadership Programme (TLP) is a six-month training for women and gender-diverse individuals ready to lead change in the music industry.
This programme equips future leaders with the tools to drive diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA). Through workshops, mentoring, and hands-on projects, participants gain practical skills, fresh insights, and the confidence to inspire change locally and globally.
Duration: 6 months, from April to September 2026.
Participants: 43 selected future leaders from across the music industry.
Format: Combines two in-person events (Estonia and Germany) with ongoing online sessions.
Accessibility: Designed to accommodate neurodivergence, accessibility needs, and diverse learning styles.
Eligibility
Minimum 5 years of experience in the music industry (we will also consider applicants with an accumulative experience of 3 years in music and 2 years in the creative industries). Over 1 year of experience in the field of DEIA (Diversity Equity, Inclusivity and Accessibility). If you are a Keychange alumni, you will not be able to apply (Keychange Canada and Keychange Gender Diversity In Radio, however, can apply).
Yes, you need to be based in one of the Creative Europe countries listed HERE, in the UK, Canada or Switzerland.
We can support visa applications via providing support letters for those who need it.
How to Apply
Online Application
Program Benefits & Awards
Each participant will get a baseline travel bursary. We also allocate extra funds to participants based in Canada (to cover extra travel costs), participants with childcare needs and participants with accessibility needs. Additionally, green top-ups are available for eco-friendly travel.
Entry Fee
None
Location
Germany & Estonia
Timeline
- Application Deadline: 12 November 2025
Website Link: https://www.keychange.eu/
