the latest from the youth forum
What's new? Check out the latest news, statements and more from the Youth Forum.
Europe: frozen progress for young people in the past 10 years
New data published today by the European Youth Forum and the Social Progress Imperative find that Europe made very little progress since 2011 on youth rights and wellbeing, and no progress at all since 2018.
Board reaction to the terror attack in Israel
We condemn Hamas’ terrorist attack on civilians in strongest terms. We are also deeply worried about the scale of Israel’s military retaliation and the blockade. Our condemnation against all forms of violence, aggression and reprisals against the civilian population is absolute.
Response to European Commission repeats call for a post-growth Europe
A coalition of international NGOs and academics respond to the European Commission with a fresh case for a post-growth Europe to realise a dignified life for all within planetary boundaries.
Young people deserve to #BeSeenBeHeard
The Body Shop and the European Youth Forum launch a petition calling on all European governments and the European Parliament to lower the voting age to 16 for all local, regional, national and European elections.
Lublin in September: Things to do this autumn in the European Youth Capital 2023
Summer is almost over, but that's not changing the mood in the European Youth Capital 2023. While some of us are preparing to go back to school or university, Lublin is offering plenty of exciting events. Got no plans for this autumn? Visit this vibrant city in September for festivals and sports competitions that will make you want to stay outdoors.
Do tech companies care about young people’s wellbeing?
The implementation of the Digital Services Act is their chance to prove it.
Tomorrow, social media and tech companies will publish their assessments of the risk that their platforms pose to society. This is a crucial step towards transparency and accountability, but will it be enough to protect young people’s wellbeing online?