Representing Europe’s youth
We are the voice of young people in Europe, standing up for their rights and striving for societies where young people are empowered and are encouraged to achieve their fullest potential as global citizens.
Our latest actions
Young people take a blow in the European Commission’s proposal for the post-2027 Erasmus budget
Today, the European Commission unveiled its proposal for the EU’s long term budget 2028-2034 (the new “Multiannual Financial Framework”, or “MFF”) , including the new Erasmus+ programme
Call for Young Graphic Designers
One step forward for interns
The fight for fair pay for interns in the EU is moving forward! After the Council set its stance a few months ago, the European Parliament has now adopted its own position. Spoiler alert: it’s much better.
The European Youth Forum in numbers
Over 100 members
Democratic elections every 2 years
Outreach to 25 million young people
What do we care about?
Our work is centred on what matters most to young people. Explore more below!
Latest news
COP30 - Climate Justice now!
The climate crisis is about power and justice, not just emissions. We demand action: tax the polluters, fully support those most affected, and put young people in charge of the decisions. That's our mission in Belém, Brazil, for COP30.
Our Council of Members and General Assembly 2025 wraps up in Kandersteg
On 7-8 November 2025, hundreds of young people gathered at Kandersteg International Scout Centre 🇨🇭 for our Council of Members (COMEM) and General Assembly (GA).
How youth organisations are shaping the future through AU-EU cooperation
Exciting times ahead! As the second AU-EU (African Union - European Union) Youth Action Lab call opens soon. But before we look forward, let’s pause for a moment to celebrate the current grantees, the incredible youth organisations that joined forces across Africa and Europe in the first round of the Youth Action Lab’s Cooperation Grants.