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What was the European Year of Youth?

2022 was the European Year of Youth (EYY), shining a light on the importance of European youth to build a better future – greener, more inclusive and digital. During the EYY, young people seized the many opportunities to engage in more than 13 000 activities in 67 countries. Youth were given a voice, and it was heard! Through social media, during debates and encounters between our politicians and young citizens, young people expressed their views and aspirations. 

Now it’s time to reflect and act on the Year of Youth legacy!

The Year in numbers!

91.4 million+ citizens reached
13000+ activities organised

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What do young journalists think?

Read their articles and stories

What is the EU doing for youth?

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Activities

67 countries
13000+ activities
Youth participation, Youth and the world, Culture, Inclusion and equality, Education,
European values, Health and climate

Voices of young Europeans

Explore what young European journalists have to say
Ukrainian Students in the EU - Showing your support can mean more than you think
Ukrainian Students in the EU - Showing your support can mean more than…Thu, Dec 21
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"You shouldn't have to pay to work": The challenges of youth entering the workforce and un(der)paid internships
"You shouldn't have to pay to work": The challenges of youth entering…Tue, Jan 30
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Alternative living: a tale of two homes
Alternative living: a tale of two homesMon, Feb 5
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Meet the pool of European young journalists

Get to know the project and the authors behind the content

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Breakthrough to a better future - AFS Youth Assembly 2023
Breakthrough to a better future - AFS Youth Assembly 2023Mon, Apr 29
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Why is youth deciding not to drink?
Why is youth deciding not to drink?Mon, Apr 29
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Fact-Checking: How to ace it!
Fact-Checking: How to ace it!Tue, Jan 30
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The history of fast fashion
The history of fast fashionWed, Feb 7
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YouSports SNAC| A project that bridges Sports and Youth Work
YouSports SNAC| A project that bridges Sports and Youth WorkMon, Jul 1
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Joyful Militancy: A sunny view of activism
Joyful Militancy: A sunny view of activismThu, Feb 8
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Time Zone Youth and the dark side of the moon
Time Zone Youth and the dark side of the moonFri, Feb 2
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Ukrainian Students in the EU - Showing your support can mean more than you think
Ukrainian Students in the EU - Showing your support can mean more than…Thu, Dec 21
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"You shouldn't have to pay to work": The challenges of youth entering the workforce and un(der)paid internships
"You shouldn't have to pay to work": The challenges of youth entering…Tue, Jan 30
close
Alternative living: a tale of two homes
Alternative living: a tale of two homesMon, Feb 5
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Meet the pool of European young journalists

Get to know the project and the authors behind the content

close
Breakthrough to a better future - AFS Youth Assembly 2023
Breakthrough to a better future - AFS Youth Assembly 2023Mon, Apr 29
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Why is youth deciding not to drink?
Why is youth deciding not to drink?Mon, Apr 29
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Get inspired by young people all over Europe
Views & hopes for the future
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News

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Join the Youth Climate LAB of the Education for Climate Coalition!
Join the Youth Climate LAB of the Education for Climate Coalition!Mon, Jun 5
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PITCH YOUR PROJECT 2023:  Youth project competition for the sustainable development of the Alpine region is now open!
PITCH YOUR PROJECT 2023: Youth project competition for the…Wed, May 31
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Becoming adults: life and work for young people in 2023
Becoming adults: life and work for young people in 2023Fri, May 26
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Take part in the European Charlemagne Youth Prize 2025!
Take part in the European Charlemagne Youth Prize 2025!Tue, Jan 14
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Be part of EYE2025: become an activity organiser!
Be part of EYE2025: become an activity organiser!Fri, Oct 4
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The Commission gives young people a stronger voice in EU policymaking as a legacy of the European Year of Youth!
The Commission gives young people a stronger voice in EU policymaking…Wed, Jan 10
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Watch the European Year of Youth (EYY) Legacy video!
Watch the European Year of Youth (EYY) Legacy video!Mon, Jan 15
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Listen to the latest 'Europe talks Solidarity' podcast!
Listen to the latest 'Europe talks Solidarity' podcast!Mon, Aug 7
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Apply now to organise the next Local EYE, right in your hometown!
Apply now to organise the next Local EYE, right in your hometown!Tue, Jul 11
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Join the European Youth Energy Day!
Join the European Youth Energy Day!Mon, Jun 19
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Join the Youth Climate LAB of the Education for Climate Coalition!
Join the Youth Climate LAB of the Education for Climate Coalition!Mon, Jun 5
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PITCH YOUR PROJECT 2023:  Youth project competition for the sustainable development of the Alpine region is now open!
PITCH YOUR PROJECT 2023: Youth project competition for the…Wed, May 31
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Becoming adults: life and work for young people in 2023
Becoming adults: life and work for young people in 2023Fri, May 26
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Take part in the European Charlemagne Youth Prize 2025!
Take part in the European Charlemagne Youth Prize 2025!Tue, Jan 14
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Be part of EYE2025: become an activity organiser!
Be part of EYE2025: become an activity organiser!Fri, Oct 4
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The Commission gives young people a stronger voice in EU policymaking as a legacy of the European Year of Youth!
The Commission gives young people a stronger voice in EU policymaking…Wed, Jan 10
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What is the EU doing for youth?

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Policy dialogues
European commission 2021

Throughout the European Year of Youth 2022 and until February 2023, each member of the College of Commissioners invited 12-15 young people to the Berlaymont in Brussels to take part in a policy dialogue.

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