Call for Applications
Want to start a project — at school, university, in a local organisation or with your friends?
Join 30 young Europeans and boost it together.
7 – 9 May 2026, Strasbourg
#UPDATEEUROPE
30 young Europeans. 3 Days. One place to be: Strasbourg
Got a strong volunteering idea? Join our free workshop and turn it into action.
Together, you will explore:
- how to grow your project in the digital space - while understanding your digital rights as an EU citizen.
- how to find funding opportunities
- how to create a clear action plan
Bring your ideas, plug into Europe-wide brainpower, remix what works and build real connections - including one workshop day at the European Parliament.
Travel and accommodation are covered. No participation fee.
Travel Dates
- Arrival Wed, 6 May evening (for non-locals)
- Workshop Thu–Sat, 7–9 May
- Departure Sun, 10 May
You Can Apply If...
– You are a resident of Germany or France (any nationality)
– You are between 18 and 29 years old.
– Feel confident communicating in English.
We especially encourage young people facing social, economic, educational, geographical, or health-related barriers to apply.
Deadline: 31 March 2026
Agenda
20:00 – Welcome & Icebreaker at the Hotel Bar (optional)
06:30-8:30 – Breakfast at the Hotel (included for participants staying at the hotel)
09:00 – Check-In & Welcome
10:00 – Coffee Break (free of charge)
10:15 – Group Work: How Much Time Do we Spend Online?
12:00 – Lunch (free of charge)
13:30 – Keynote and Q&A
How a smartphone with camera can drive real change online – insights from a non-profit youth project.
15:00 – Coffee Break (free of charge)
15:30 – (1/3) Co-Creation Sprint: Boost your Project
With peer support, you turn your idea into a clear plan, test your message, and create social media actions to start right away.
18:30 – Optional: Student Dinner (self paid)
at Les Crous Resto U‘ Gallia
20:00 – Optional: Sober Evening: Bar & Walk (self-paid)
Public transportation included.
06:30-08.30 – Breakfast at the Hotel (included for participants staying at the hotel)
09:00 – Check-In European Parliament
Bring your ID card or passport!
09:30 – Your Digital Rights in the EU
Chat with an Member of the Europpean Parliament or an European Parliament Research Service expert.
10:30 – Break + Group Picture
10:45 – (2/3) Co-Creation Sprint: Boost your Project
With peer support, you turn your idea into a clear plan, test your message, and create social media actions to start right away.
12:30 – Eat like an MEP in the European Parliament Canteen
13:00 – EU Support for Youth Projects
Explore funding and non-financial support opportunities for youth initiatives.
13:45 – Explore the European Parliament
Guided tour.
15:30 – Chat with a Member of the European Parliament
Exchange for instance on addictive platform design and protecting children online.
16:30 – Time to rest
19:45 – Optional: Theater Evening (self paid)
Public transportation included.
06:30-9:00 – Breakfast at the Hotel (included for the participants staying at the hotel)
09:45 – (3/3) Co-Creation Sprint: Boost your Project
Top-voted projects pitch on the main stage in front of participants and guests.
11:15 – Staying Connected
Share contacts and connect with peers and guest organizations.
11:30 – Time to stroll through the exhibition “Democracy In Action” (free entrance)
12:15 – Grab your Free Lunch Box
12:30 – Explore Europe Day in the Strasbourg Neighborhoods
Join outdoor events across the city and experience Europe Day together.
19:00 – Closing Dinner (free of charge)
Public transportation included.
06:00-10:00 – Breakfast at the hotel (included for the participants staying at the hotel)
Thanks of being part of this! Wishing you a safe travel home.
All participants joining all workshop days will receive a Youthpass Certificate – a European recognition of non-formal learning that looks great on your CV.
GO WHERE THE EU DECIDES
✨ Step into the European Parliament. Stand in the famous Hemicycle, where 27 countries make laws for 450 million people.
✨ Talk directly to Members of the European Parliament.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
✨ Exchange ideas with people from across Europe.
✨ Visit the European Parliament.
✨ Celebrate Europe Day with live music & street performances
WHO YOU'LL MEET
✨Digital content creators
✨Members of the European Parliament
✨Experts working on digital rights in the EU
✨Professionals who fund youth projects
Questions?
For Organizations
Let us team up and let young Europeans take over the ownership of their digital spaces together.

