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Youth organisations

Youth organisations are spaces where young people’s opinions matter.

By organising, connecting with others and building communities, young people are empowering themselves to shape the world around them.

The European Youth Forum understands and supports the amazing work of youth organisations. They foster more inclusive societies and outreach to young people from all backgrounds.

The value of youth organisations must be recognised! We call for governments to invest in them and allow them to thrive.

Find out more on the work of youth organisations

formal and non-formal education

When we think of education, we often think of schools, colleges or universities. It’s time to think outside the box!
Learning can take...

More Erasmus = More Europe

To reach all young people in Europe, we need five times the current Erasmus+ funding in the EU budget 2028-2034. We need to improve the programme to make it more accessible, efficient, and impactful in empowering young people and shaping a stronger future for our society.

Safeguarding civic space

Freedom of information and expression is essential to our democracies.
Through civil society, we are able to come together, share...

Youth work

A youth centre with after-school workshops, a youth organisations running activities on human rights, or volunteer programmes where young people gain skills—all are youth work, helping young people grow and build life skills beyond formal education.

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As the European Council gathers on June 18-19 to debate the long-term budget, young people expect leadership that rises to the occasion.

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Yesterday the European Parliament adopted a Resolution laying down its negotiating position on the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for the years 2028 to 2034, following the proposals by the European Commission from last year. Read our statement to find out why the Resolution offers more ambition for Europe’s future, but not as much for Erasmus+.

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