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On 18 June, three important EU institutions—the European Parliament, the Council of the European Union and the European Commission—signed the first-ever Joint Declaration on Culture.

Would you like to report from Brussels, visit EU institutions and newsrooms, and learn from experienced journalists? 

The 10th edition of Youth4Regions, the European Commission’s programme for aspiring journalists aged 18–30, is now open for applications.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming part of everyday life, and young people need the skills to use it wisely. 

Did you know that EU citizens have rights that can help them make informed choices about their energy use and bills?

The European Commission's new ‘Unlock Your Power! Your energy. Your rights. Your choice.’ campaign explains these rights through practical, real-life examples.

There is still time to register for the livestream of Collaborate for Impact: Advancing European Digital Education and Skills, the European Digital Education Hub’s flagship event taking place on 18 June 2026.

This year, EU Green Week (1-5 June) and World Environment Day (5 June) invites us all to think about how we can protect and restore nature.

The EU Learning Corner is always growing — and your feedback can help shape what comes next. We invite teachers, youth organisations, multipliers, young people, children, and parents to take a few minutes to complete our user survey before 30 June.

Today, the European Union marks 40 years since the EU flag was first raised at the Berlaymont building in Brussels, the headquarters of the European Commission, with a special flag-raising ceremony.

Your ideas matter. Take part in the European public consultation and help shape the future of youth policy by 16 July 2026 (midnight Brussels time).

World Bee Day, celebrated every year on 20 May, is a chance to discover why bees are some of the most important creatures on our planet.

What happens after war separates children from their families? The award-winning documentary “After the Rain” follows Ukrainian children reunited with their loved ones after being forcibly transferred to Russia.

Being online helps us connect, learn and have fun—but too much screen time can affect our mental and physical health. For young people, finding a healthy balance is especially important.

The European Commission is looking for 30 young people to join Commissioner Glenn Micallef in Lyon from 15–17 July 2026 for a Youth Policy Dialogue on the next EU Youth Strategy.

Thanks to digital technology children and young people today have almost limitless opportunities to learn, connect and grow.

9 May 2026 - we celebrate Europe Day! On this day, the 9th of May 1950, the former French foreign minister Robert Schuman signed the Schuman Declaration. It heralds an era of integration, peace and cooperation. Check what Europe Day website and the Learning Corner have to offer!

From 24 April to 1 May 2026, the European Youth Week (EYW). Throughout the week, a wide range of events will take place across Europe focusing on this year’s theme solidarity and fairness. Explore the Activities Map to see what’s happening near you.

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!

The European Commission is calling on young people (15+) to share their views on the upcoming Circular Economy Act – a major EU initiative to reduce waste, boost sustainability, and create new opportunities.