Europe grapples with significant challenges, making the empowerment of its youth crucial for effective solutions. Despite numerous targeted actions, a coordinated, cross-sectoral youth policy co-created with regional stakeholders – those closest to young citizens – remains absent. In response to this, several regions have launched an informal EU Network for Youth. This initiative aims to become a reliable partner for EU institutions, showcasing successful approaches for a comprehensive EU youth strategy. A policy debate, featuring best practices from Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, and Slovenia will demonstrate the path for decision-makers towards a holistic EU youth policy
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- Circular economy | Climate and environment | Cohesion | Demographics (depopulation and ageing) | Education and culture | EU/ European | Governance and Public administration | Jobs and Employment | Local and regional | Mobility and Transport | Social inclusion and Equality | Sustainable | Youth and citizens engagement
- Code: Side253621
- Rue Joseph II 14 - 16, Bruxelles, Belgium
Practical information
- When
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Tue 14/10/2025, 09:00 - 13:00 CET
- Where
- Rue Joseph II 14 - 16, Bruxelles, Belgium
- Type of partnership
- EURegionsWeek close to you
- Format
- Side
- Theme
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Cohesion and Growth for the Future
- Language
- English
Partners
Kujawsko-Pomorskie Region
Autonomous Province of Bozen/Bolzano-South Tyrol
Rogaland County Council (Stavanger Region)
Centro Regional Coordination and Development Commission Public Institute (CCDRC I.P.)
Reporting
Session summary
The post-event reflection from the presentations and debate highlighted that a truly holistic EU youth policy requires a cross-sectoral approach that moves beyond traditional youth affairs to include policies on employment, housing, education, and culture.
The presentations, particularly the best practices from Slovenia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, and Italy, underscored the vital importance of deep regional co-creation. The key takeaway was the demonstrated success of empowering local and regional authorities—who are closest to young citizens—to design and implement targeted solutions, which can then be scaled up by the informal EU Network for Youth for institutional recognition and wider replication across Europe.
