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RSSExploring Children’s role in democracy
Through the EU Children’s Participation Platform, children have told us that democratic participation is an important topic. So, we’re asking them to tell us more through an online survey in all EU languages.
European 112 Day
Do you know who to call in an emergency? Fortunately, across all of Europe, there is only one number to remember: 112.
Juvenes Translatores — 2023 contest
We are proud to present the 27 winners of the 2023 Juvenes Translatores contest.
Together for a better internet
Children and young people deserve to grow up in a digital environment where they can safely create, engage, and share.
The first year of the EU Children’s Participation Platform
The EU Children’s Participation Platform is a safe space for children and teenagers to express their opinions on matters that affect them, and to add their voices to EU decision making processes. Let's review some of their activities over the past year.
International Day of Education 2024
On 24 January, the world celebrates the International Day of Education, adopted by the General Assembly of the United Nations in 2018 to highlight the contribution of education to peace and development.
European Charlemagne Youth Prize
Are you an EU resident aged 16-30 and working on a project that helps to change Europe? Then you could be the next winner of the European Charlemagne Youth Prize!
European Parliament project to promote democratic action ahead of EU elections.
Together.eu is a project run by the European Parliament, dedicated to getting as many people as possible involved in Europe’s democratic life. It is aimed in particular at getting out the vote for the Parliament’s elections.
ImagineEU competition- You decide!
Recently, the ImagineEU competition called on students in their last two years of secondary school to learn more about active citizenship in the EU.
Jean Monnet Learning EU Initiatives: Call for applications
Grants of up to €35,000 are available for schools and vocational education and training institutions to teach about the EU. Apply before 1 February at 17:00.
Belgium takes over the Presidency of the Council of the European Union
Did you know that every six months, a different EU country holds the presidency of the Council of the European Union? From the start of January until June 2024, it is Belgium’s turn to take this important responsibility.
Your Europe, Your Say! gears up for the European elections
Your Europe, Your Say is back again with a special focus on the European elections. This time people aged 18-25 and about to vote in European elections for the first or second time next year are invited to apply.
World Children's Day
November 20th is World Children’s Day. It is the occasion to encourage togetherness among children worldwide, and improve child welfare.
ImagineEU competition
Imagine the change you want to see in the European Union!
DiscoverEU: Time to pack your backpack and explore Europe
Are you 18 years old and a resident of an EU country or another country associated with Erasmus+? Then get ready to go on an adventure with DiscoverEU!
Happy Teachers’ day 2023!
Best wishes to all teachers – you play a key role in communicating the EU to young people!
State of the Union 2023 - In brief
On 13 September, the president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, opened the new political year with her annual speech, the “State of the Union”, in the European Parliament in Strasbourg.
EU young translators' contest kicks off!
Secondary schools in all EU countries can now start enrolling for Juvenes Translatores, the European Commission's annual translation contest.
European day of languages 2023
26 September is European day of languages (EDL). The general aim of this event is to encourage and maintain Europe's rich linguistic and cultural diversity.
EU competition for school classes of age 16+
Win a class trip to visit the European Parliament with a tailored programme and one night stay.