CL-YE Study Visit Explores Youth Engagement in Norway Activity From 12th-18th August, the first study visit of the Climbing the Ladder: fostering a culture of Youth Engagement (CL-YE) project took place in Bodø, Norway, which is the first European Capital of Culture north of the Arctic Circle. Participants from partner organizations participated in the AER Summer Academy, a biennial event, which was this year co-organized with Nordland County. The Summer Academy brought together European regions to exchange best practices of youth participation and inclusion through culture. The event featured panel discussions, interactive workshops, and a visit to Kjerringøy, a historical site offering a glimpse into Norwegian cultural heritage. The final days of the study visit focused on understanding the structures and frameworks supporting youth participation in Nordland. Participants from partner organizations gained firsthand experience by visiting Nordland County and engaging with representatives from the Nordland Youth Council, the Unge Stormen youth programme, and First Scandinavia, an organization pioneering innovative educational methods. These visits provided insights into Nordland’s approach to youth engagement and the county’s supporting structures. The insights gained will be compiled into a comprehensive report showcasing various strategies to enhance youth engagement, empower young people, and provide practical resources for practitioners and policymakers. Climbing the Ladder: fostering a culture of Youth Engagement (CL-YE) is led by DYPALL Network in partnership with Europiamo (Italy), Nordland fylkeskommune (Norway), EDYN (Slovakia), YEPP Europe (Germany), Assemblée des Régions d’Europe – AER (France), and SQ Learn (Greece), under the Erasmus+ Programme.