On 27. and 28. March we had the Advance Planning Preparation of our next big Training Course for Y-E-N member organisations and SAYers: The Training for Trainers VIP -Very Inclusive People- that will take place in Berovo, North Macedonia from the 20th to the 28th of June thanks to our MO CID Center for Intercultural Dialogue. This meeting was the foundation for the much-anticipated Training for Trainers course. The APV brought together a diverse group of trainers, project coordinators etc. each bringing their unique perspectives, expertise, and experiences to the table. This melting pot of id ..read more

Our general secretary and our two volunteers attended a conference on the creation of a new Europe’s Social Contract.  MEPs Anna-Michelle ASIMAKOPOULOU (European People’s party), Brando BENIFEI (Socialists and Democrats), Heidi HAUTALA (The Greens/EFA) and Dragoș TUDORACH (Renew Europe) took part in the discussion. Following the “2024 Voices – Citizens Speak UP! report” four main themes emerged: – Supporting the green transition – Making democracy work for all – Fostering inclusive and sustainable growth – Strengthening safety and resilience According to the MEPs, it is important to wo ..read more

Our project Officer participated with enthusiasm in the “Taking Stock” expert meeting on Monday and Tuesday, February 19th and 20th, in Brussels. This event provided an opportunity to meet experts in the field of youth work, engage in in-depth discussions and reflections, and evaluate Europe’s position as the fourth European Convention on Youth Work draws near. The meeting was highlighted by the presentation of two reports: “Where are we now: Youth work in temporary European” by Howard Williamson and “Mapping existing European Strategies on Youth Work” by Hanjo Schild, published on the occa ..read more

On 15 February, our two volunteers, Sarah and Büsra, attended, Euradio’s live broadcast about Europe and young people: “je t’aime, moi non plus?”  The debate organized by the Mouvement Européen Alsace aims to prepare young people for the European elections, which will take place from 6 to 9 June 2024. It was moderated by Lauree NICLOT, President of Jeunes Européens and Elias DRAY, Vice-President of Youth Forum.  Several key topics were discussed: – young people’s interest in the European elections – educational programs such as Erasmus+ – current values shared by young people, such ..read more

Emilie got the chance to participate in a European Solidarity Workshop on the topic of the EU Integration and Ukraine.  She had the opportunity to follow different workshops : ▶️ A panel discussion on youth organisations as an active player in supporting the European integration ▶️ A workshop on the regional cooperation to the European integration ▶️ A panel discussion on how to support the young people in Ukraine Thanks again to the European Youth Forum for the organization and to all the experts for sharing their knowledges.  The post European Solidarity Workshop in Lu ..read more

Along the tranquil paths of Hungary, in the peaceful village of Alsotold, our international youth exchange, “Ties Up! Reconnect youth post pandemic” with the Co-Efficient Association, took place. It was an August meeting where the energy of youth, hungry for discovery and sharing, merged into an unforgettable cultural melting pot. Among the participants, Marc and Lamyaa shared their impressions and unforgettable experiences. For Marc, it started a bit stressful. English wasn’t his strong suit, but magic happened quickly. He found his groove with everyone. He thoroughly enjoyed the welcomi ..read more

On 28.10.2023, six first-year students set off by bus for Strasbourg. After spending the whole day on the bus, in the evening we were met by Luc Demissy at the bus stop in France. Luc took us by tram to our house, where we spent the next three weeks. After arriving home, we were able to go to bed in peace. The next day, we met Luc again in the European quarter, where he told us about the history of Strasbourg, the capital of Europe. Afterwards, we strolled around the city centre together and had a bite to eat near the cathedral. The day continued, and of course we couldn’t do without a few s ..read more

?Join our team! ⭐️   We are recruiting a new Communication !   ? 35-hour permanent contract in Strasbourg   ? Bachelor’s Degree (minimum) in the communication sector   ? English and French B2 required   ▶️ Desired start date: early January   Do you thrive in a European environment, ready to take on new challenges? ✨   Join our team dedicated to making a positive impact on youth and social inclusion in Europe. ???   To apply please send a resume and cover letter in english and french to projects@youthexpressnetwork.org The post We are hiring – Comm ..read more

Join our team!  We are very happy to announce you that we are currently looking for a short-term contract project manager full-time (35h/week), for a position taking place in Strasbourg.    You are motivated, responsible and with good organization and communication skills?    You feel at ease in a European environment, and are ready to tackle new challenges?    Join our team and our will to act positively for youth and social inclusion in Europe.    To apply, send your resume and cover letter in both english and french to sg@youthexpressnetw ..read more

In the picturesque city of Budapest, a diverse group of passionate youth workers and advocates gathered for the study session “Youth Work for All: Defining Social Inclusion from Policy to Reality.” Organized by the European Youth Centre Budapest, the event aimed to develop a deeper understanding of social inclusion and empower participants to advocate for social change in their respective communities. The study session, held from 2nd to 7th July 2023, exceeded expectations and left a lasting impact on all who attended. Participants hailed from different corners of Europe, bringing a wealth of ..read more