Young Reserve Officers Online Seminar 2026
Please note that the event time is displayed in Central European Time (CET). The seminar starts at 14:00 UTC.
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Young Reserve Officers Online Seminar
27 November 2026 | 14:00–17:00 UTC | Online
The CIOR Young Reserve Officers Committee (YRO-C) is pleased to invite reserve officer cadets and young officers to the Young Reserve Officers Online Seminar.
This online seminar brings together young officers and cadets from NATO and Partner Nations for an afternoon of professional development, discussion and networking.
What to expect
The seminar will open with a special guest lecture by Major General Enno Mõts, Estonia’s Military Representative to NATO and the EU Military Committee.
NATO from the Inside: The Role of a Military Representative and the Work of the NATO Military Committee
Major General Mõts will share insights into his work as Estonia's Military Representative, his role within NATO, and how NATO's military dimension works at this level. The session will be followed by an opportunity for participants to ask questions and engage in discussion.
Following the guest lecture, the YRO-C will introduce CIOR and the Young Reserve Officers Programme, including the opportunities available to young reserve officers to participate in international activities, develop their professional networks and get involved in future YRO-C events.
Who can participate?
The seminar is open to:
Reserve officer cadets and young officers up to the rank of Captain (Army) or equivalent (OF-2)
Officers and cadets from CIOR, CISOR and CIOMR member nations
Participants from NATO and Partner Nations
Programme
14:00 UTC | Welcome and onboarding
14:10 UTC | Guest lecture: Major General Enno Mõts
15:45 UTC | Q&A and discussion
16:15 UTC | Introduction to CIOR and the YRO Programme
16:45 UTC | Wrap-up and open questions
17:00 UTC | End of event
The seminar is free of charge and will be conducted online. Registered participants will receive the access details by email approximately one hour before the event.
Registration closes on 26 November 2026 at 18:00 UTC.
We look forward to welcoming young reserve officers and cadets from across the Alliance and its partner community!
Organised by:
CIOR Young Reserve Officers Committee (YRO-C)
For more information: [email protected]