European Union of Jewish Students (EUJS)

The European Youth Forum emphasises that minority rights are human rights and a key measure of a healthy democracy. These values are increasingly under threat, highlighting the need to protect minorities to uphold open and democratic societies.

Around 10% of people who menstruate in the EU face period poverty, especially those with low income, refugees, youth, and people with disabilities. The European Youth Forum urges action to end period poverty as a key step toward gender equality and the right to menstrual health.

Antisemitism remains a grave challenge in Europe, posing threats to the fundamental principles of human dignity, equality, and freedom. Young people all across Europe should be core allies to Jewish Students and young Jewish Europeans.

International Non-Governmental Youth Organisations (INGYOs) are a crucial part of the European Union Youth Dialogue (EUYD). While they offer many advantages and their contributions remain essential, their presence at EU Youth Dialogue conferences has noticeably diminished in recent years. This development raises concerns about the inclusivity and effectiveness of the dialogue process, as the absence of INGYOs could limit the diversity of perspectives and expertise in youth-related decision-making.

The Council of Europe is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2024, however it must be noted that the values of the Council of Europe are increasingly being questioned or restricted by member states. Young people expect a future in which they can invoke their rights, where being involved as a volunteer to support these values is possible, and trust in democratic institutions can grow. The Council of Europe must stand for this now and in the future.

Youth Organisations across Europe are facing an increasingly challenging situation. Political and economic circumstances are leading to shrinking civic spaces and therefore a shrinking chance of youth organisations to fulfil their purpose and represent the voice of young people. Read the motion to find out which of the European Youth Forum's members have been impacted and how, as well as what we commit to internally as part of our Strategic Plan and what we call for externally.

The Israel-Hamas war has reopened a wound in the hearts of millions of Jews, Muslims, Israelis, Palestinians, and Arabs.

The British Youth Council, together with over 100 youth organisations from all over Europe, is deeply concerned by the British Government's recent rhetoric on refugees and expresses alarm at the British Government’s so-called ‘Rwanda deportation policy’ and its efforts to undermine the right to asylum.

The General Assembly of the European Youth Forum voted to terminate the membership of NYCR.