Europe Goes Local Advisory Board meets in Veszprém to reflect on progress and plan the next steps

From 3 to 6 November 2026, the Advisory Board (AB) of Europe Goes Local (EGL) met in Veszprém, Hungary, for a two-day meeting dedicated to reviewing the project’s progress, discussing the future of European youth policy and programmes, and planning upcoming activities. Around 20 participants took part, including representatives of National Agencies and EGL partner… Okumaya devam et Europe Goes Local Advisory Board meets in Veszprém to reflect on progress and plan the next steps

Youth DECODE Power kicks off in Cascais during the Innovation in Politics Awards 2026

On 29–30 October 2026, DYPALL Network took part in a programme of activities in Cascais, Portugal, organised by the European Capital of Democracy, bringing together European partners and initiatives working towards strengthening democracy and civic participation. One of the key moments was the kick-off meeting of the Youth DECODE Power project, which gathered partners from… Okumaya devam et Youth DECODE Power kicks off in Cascais during the Innovation in Politics Awards 2026

“Policy & Advocacy in Local Youth Councils” – International Training Course in Bacău, Romania

From 12th to 17th October 2026, Bacău hosted the second International Training Course of the ECE-LYCE project. Active members and support staff of Local Youth Councils from 8 countries met in North-East Romania to explore how youth councils can move beyond formal representation and actually influence the decisions that shape young people’s lives in their… Okumaya devam et “Policy & Advocacy in Local Youth Councils” – International Training Course in Bacău, Romania

Engage, Connect and Empower Local Youth Councils in Europe (ECE-LYCE) second Transnational Partner Meeting in Klaipeda, Lithuania

The second Transnational Partner Meeting (TPM) of the Engage, Connect and Empower Local Youth Councils in Europe (ECE-LYCE) project took place from 5th to 8th October 2026 in Klaipeda, Lithuania. Hosted by the Klaipeda Youth Organisations Association “Apskritasis stalas” (KLAS), the activity brought together representatives from all 7 project partners to reconnect in person, review… Okumaya devam et Engage, Connect and Empower Local Youth Councils in Europe (ECE-LYCE) second Transnational Partner Meeting in Klaipeda, Lithuania

“Strengthening Local Youth Councils in the AI Age” Training Course at the University of Youth and Development (UYD) 2026

DYPALL Network hosted the “Strengthening Local Youth Councils in the AI Age” Training Course at the University of Youth and Development (UYD), from 13th to 20th of September, in Mollina, Spain. This Training Course brought together 17 active members from Local Youth Councils (LYCs) across different countries, responding to a shared need: many LYCs exist… Okumaya devam et “Strengthening Local Youth Councils in the AI Age” Training Course at the University of Youth and Development (UYD) 2026

“Leadership & Organisational Development in Local Youth Councils” International Training Course in Braga, Portugal

From 22nd to 27th September 2026, the first International Training Course within the ECE-LYCE project was held in Braga, Portugal. The course brought together active members and support staff of Local Youth Councils (LYCs) from 11 countries, aiming to equip them with the leadership and organisational capacities needed to strengthen their councils.  Through interactive sessions,… Okumaya devam et “Leadership & Organisational Development in Local Youth Councils” International Training Course in Braga, Portugal

Membership Day and & Networking for Democracy

On 2nd and 3rd September, two events for the DYPALL Network Membership took place online.  The first day was reserved for the autumn edition of the Membership Day. It began with opening remarks from Bruno António, the Executive Director of DYPALL Network, followed by updates on the state of the network and the annual work… Okumaya devam et Membership Day and & Networking for Democracy

“IMPACT – European Platform for Quality Development of Local Youth Councils” Partner Meeting in Finland

From 7th to 10th September 2026, partners of the “IMPACT – European Platform for Quality Development of Local Youth Councils” project gathered in Helsinki, Finland, for the second transnational partners meeting. Hosted by The Union of Local Youth Councils in Finland, the in-person meeting allowed the consortium to review and evaluate project progress and plan… Okumaya devam et “IMPACT – European Platform for Quality Development of Local Youth Councils” Partner Meeting in Finland

“Empowering youth voices Harnessing AI to Strenghten Youth Engagement” Partner Meeting in Finland

On 26 and 27 August 2026, Tree Company, the Finnish Youth Research Institute and DYPALL Network came together in Oulu, Finland, for the second Transnational Partner Meeting of the Erasmus+ project “Empowering Youth Voices: Harnessing AI to Strengthen Youth Engagement”, also known as “AI & Youth”. The meeting provided an opportunity for partners to review… Okumaya devam et “Empowering youth voices Harnessing AI to Strenghten Youth Engagement” Partner Meeting in Finland

“The Council of Europe is an international actor, yet it counts for local actors”: Sophie Kwasny on the new Charter on Youth Participation, rural youth, and what local authorities can borrow from Strasbourg

Sophie Kwasny, Head of Education, Training and Cooperation in the Youth Department of the Council of Europe, on the Charter on Youth Participation, the link with the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities, rural youth, digital rights, and why co-management in Strasbourg should be an inspiration for local authorities across Europe. by Bilal Ata Aktas… Okumaya devam et “The Council of Europe is an international actor, yet it counts for local actors”: Sophie Kwasny on the new Charter on Youth Participation, rural youth, and what local authorities can borrow from Strasbourg