On 24 February 2026, YMCA participated in the Brussels dialogue Pathways Forward: Talent on the Move, focused on labour mobility, youth migration and skills shortages across Europe, organised by the…
After an inspiring induction programme in Strasbourg (31st of January – 3rd of February, European Youth Centre Strasbourg), Dragoș Tarța has officially commenced his mandate as YMCA Europe’s representative on…
Building Power, Not Just Access: YMCA’s Work in Digital Equity and Youth Participation in Albania. A recent visit to Albania underscored a fundamental truth: digital equity and youth voice are…
YMCA continues its commitment to amplifying youth voices at the heart of European policymaking within the European Parliament initiatives. Representatives Olga Lukina and Dragoș Tarța took part in the Youth…
At a time when democratic values across Europe face both new challenges and new opportunities, YMCA reaffirmed its commitment to empowering young people to be active citizens and changemakers. Represented…
YMCA took part in this year’s European Education and Skills Summit, where representatives Jessica Woitalla and Dragoș Tarța joined experts and policymakers to explore new directions for education and training…
Last week, YMCA Europe had the opportunity to participate in the European Youth Forum’s General Assembly, held on the 7th and 8th of November at the Kandersteg International Scout Center…
Last month, YMCA participated in the European Youth Forum Academy, a key opportunity to exchange knowledge and strengthen the capacity of youth organisations across the continent. Across Europe, civil society…
On 6–7 October, we were delighted to take part in the Youth Entrepreneurship Policy Academy (YEPA) Summit held in Brussels. This initiative, led by the OECD and the European Commission, provides a space…
Over the past 4 months, YMCA has significantly advanced its position as a leading voice for youth rights across Europe, ensuring that young people’s wellbeing is central to governance and…
