Making a change

Create positive change around the world!

Do you want to make a positive impact around you? Do you have ideas to share and debate with others? You are at the right place.

Imagine being the driving force behind positive change in your community and beyond. Whether you have a brilliant idea for a local or even international project, aspire to develop your leadership skills, or want to voice your opinions on pressing issues, exciting opportunities await you!

Influence
policy-making

Connect with
like-minded people

Enhance communication, teamwork,
and problem-solving skills

Be the driving force
behind positive change

Share and debate
ideas with others

Develop leadership
skills

Gain confidence and
a sense of belonging

Influence
policy-making

Connect with
like-minded people

Enhance communication, teamwork,
and problem-solving skills

Be the driving force
behind positive change

Share and debate
ideas with others

Develop leadership
skills

Gain confidence and
a sense of belonging

There are numerous programmes to support your projects! Youth participation is a top priority of the EU Youth Strategy and comes with grant opportunities for youth-led projects.

Explore our Euro-Brochure on Participation to learn more about these opportunities and explore your options on our Opportunity Finder!

Grants

Grants for youth-led projects offer young people financial support to implement initiatives addressing community needs or societal challenges.

Youth leadership

Youth leadership programmes provide structured opportunities for young people to make a positive impact in their communities.

FORUMs & EVENTS

Forums and events offer platforms for young people to gather, exchange ideas, discuss important issues, and engage with decision-makers on topics relevant to youth and society.

Grants:

Financial support for youth-led projects

Do you have ideas for improving your community or addressing global challenges? Why not ask for financial support to make these projects happen?

Grants for youth-led projects offer young people financial support to implement initiatives addressing community needs or societal challenges.

If your project idea relates to democratic participation, check the Erasmus+ Youth Participation Activity. This programme supports youth-driven projects run by informal groups of young people and/or youth organisations at local, national and transnational levels. You could receive up to 60.000 EUR!

If your project idea focuses on solidarity, the European Solidarity Corps – Solidarity Projects supports projects that bring positive change in local communities. To get started, identify an issue you would like to address, form a group and apply through the European Solidarity Corps National Agency. 

Discover the latest opportunities on the Eurodesk Opportunity Finder and learn more about civic engagement and democratic participation on the European Youth Portal.

Youth leadership:

Advocate for causes you care about!

Are you ready to take a leadership role to give flesh to your ideas and values? Imagine turning your ideas into real-world impact with the support and resources to make it happen.

Youth leadership programmes provide structured opportunities for young people to make a positive impact in their communities. They allow you to transform your passion for change into concrete action, equipping you with the skills, network, and funding to tackle the issues that matter most to you and your generation.

Becoming a youth leader is an incredible opportunity to develop your leadership skills, advocate for causes you care about, grow personally and professionally and connect with like-minded changemakers.

If you’re interested in sustainable development, social innovation, or addressing local challenges, you can find initiatives specifically designed to empower young leaders like you. Why not explore these programmes and take the first step towards realising your vision for positive change?

Discover the latest opportunities on the Eurodesk Opportunity Finder and learn more about civic engagement on the European Youth Portal.

forum & events:

Join the discussion!

Interested in debating the most pressing issues of your time with young people and stakeholders from all over the world? Why not join an international forum? 

Festivals, forums, and summits are global events that provide platforms for young people to gather, exchange ideas on important issues, and engage with decision-makers on topics relevant to youth and society. They also offer opportunities to broaden your horizons and make lasting connections with like-minded individuals from various cultures and backgrounds.

Many of these events offer full or partial funding to cover participation expenses. This may include travel costs, accommodation, and meals during the event. Some opportunities may require a small participation fee, while others are free for selected participants.

To join these events, you will often be required to fill in an application form. Selection is typically based on factors such as the applicant’s background, motivation, and potential contribution to the event. Some may also have specific eligibility criteria, such as age limits or geographical restrictions.

Discover the latest opportunities on the Eurodesk Opportunity Finder.

Grants

Financial support for youth-led projects

Do you have ideas for improving your community or addressing global challenges? Why not ask for financial support to make these projects happen?

Grants for youth-led projects offer young people financial support to implement initiatives addressing community needs or societal challenges.

If your project idea relates to democratic participation, check the Erasmus+ Youth Participation Activity. This programme supports youth-driven projects run by informal groups of young people and/or youth organisations at local, national and transnational levels. You could receive up to 60.000 EUR!

If your project idea focuses on solidarity, the European Solidarity Corps – Solidarity Projects supports projects that bring positive change in local communities. To get started, identify an issue you would like to address, form a group and apply through the European Solidarity Corps National Agency. 

Discover the latest opportunities on the Eurodesk Opportunity Finder and learn more about civic engagement and democratic participation on the European Youth Portal.

Youth leadership

Advocate for causes you care about!

Are you ready to take a leadership role to give flesh to your ideas and values? Imagine turning your ideas into real-world impact with the support and resources to make it happen.

Youth leadership programmes provide structured opportunities for young people to make a positive impact in their communities. They allow you to transform your passion for change into concrete action, equipping you with the skills, network, and funding to tackle the issues that matter most to you and your generation.

Becoming a youth leader is an incredible opportunity to develop your leadership skills, advocate for causes you care about, grow personally and professionally and connect with like-minded changemakers.

If you’re interested in sustainable development, social innovation, or addressing local challenges, you can find initiatives specifically designed to empower young leaders like you. Why not explore these programmes and take the first step towards realising your vision for positive change?

Discover the latest opportunities on the Eurodesk Opportunity Finder and learn more about civic engagement on the European Youth Portal.

Forums & Events

Join the discussion!

Interested in debating the most pressing issues of your time with young people and stakeholders from all over the world? Why not join an international forum?

Festivals, forums, and summits are global events that provide platforms for young people to gather, exchange ideas on important issues, and engage with decision-makers on topics relevant to youth and society. They also offer opportunities to broaden your horizons and make lasting connections with like-minded individuals from various cultures and backgrounds.

Many of these events offer full or partial funding to cover participation expenses. This may include travel costs, accommodation, and meals during the event. Some opportunities may require a small participation fee, while others are free for selected participants.

To join these events, you will often be required to fill in an application form. Selection is typically based on factors such as the applicant’s background, motivation, and potential contribution to the event. Some may also have specific eligibility criteria, such as age limits or geographical restrictions.

Discover the latest opportunities on the Eurodesk Opportunity Finder.

latest opportunities

More opportunities on the Eurodesk Opportunity Finder!

latest opportunities

More opportunities on the Eurodesk Opportunity Finder!

More resources

website

European youth portal

brochure

Participation

brochure

Youth-led projects for change makers

brochure

Time to Mind

brochure

Inclusion

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