Look, dad - I'm at the European Parliament!

When my European journey started a couple of years ago, I never thought it would bring me in front of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, surrounded by thousands of young people from every corner of Europe. It’s one of those moments that feel almost unreal until you stop, breathe, and realize: you’re part of it.
EYE 2025 was exactly that - Europe, in one place. Everywhere I turned, I heard a new language, saw a new face, and met someone with a story that made me rethink how I see this continent we share. It wasn’t just about where we all came from, but what connected us - that quiet sense of belonging that somehow made it all feel like home. Those were the true European vibes.
Inside the Parliament, the energy was electric. From EU leaders to young changemakers, the speeches sparked debate and action. You could feel how much people cared - not just about policies, but about people, planet, and the future we’re shaping together. It wasn’t another event; it was a reminder that change starts when we listen, and that young voices can echo even in the most formal halls.
And of course, there was Eurodesk. The stand, the games, the laughter - learning has never been so fun as in the Eurodesk Game Zone! It’s wild how something as simple as a card game or a spin of a wheel can turn into a conversation about opportunities, volunteering, or crossing borders for the first time. It made learning about Europe feel alive, personal, and full of color. And yes, I might have gone back more than once… what can I say? Can a Multiplier ever get enough of Eurodesk?
There were also the Youth Talks, real discussions about what matters most to us: climate, AI, mental health, hate speech, and everything in between. No scripted lines, no pretending. Just people our age sharing their realities and ideas for something better. It felt empowering to be part of that - to see that every conversation, every raised hand, actually meant something.
But what truly made EYE special was what happened between the sessions - those “Engage, Empower, Connect” moments. Sitting on the grass, swapping stories, laughing with people I had just met, realizing that we all came here for the same reason: to connect, to feel seen, to believe again that Europe works best when it feels human.
But the best part? The several EU themed outfits! When you see someone walking around wrapped in a giant EU flag costume, it’s impossible not to smile.
EYE 2025 wasn’t just a few days in Strasbourg. It was a celebration of everything that makes Europe alive - its diversity, its creativity, its people. I came back home with tired feet, a full heart, and one quiet thought that still makes me smile every time I remember:
Dad, I really was at the European Parliament!
 

Updated on Teisipäev, 17/02/2026