Study sessions in 2025
DYPALL Network
Local Youth Councils as Advocates for Democracy
Aim This study session focuses on two of the five strategic priorities of the Council of Europe youth sector: Revitalising pluralistic democracy and young people’s access to rights. The activity aims to contribute to the quality development of participatory youth structures by building the...
European Network - Human Rights in Action (EN-HRA)
Tackling discrimination, racism, oppression and exclusion of young Roma women
Aim The aim of this Study Session is to empower young people and youth organizations working on Roma inclusion to create inclusive European societies that embrace and celebrate diversity; where intersectional experiences of young Romani women are lived and valued through multi-faceted respect...
International Union of Socialist Youth (IUSY)
PeaceLens: Rethinking Peace, Politics and Inclusion
Aim The aim of this study session is to empower young political activists and youth leaders with the skills and knowledge necessary to promote ethical leadership, foster inclusive political dialogue, and navigate conflict in ways that contribute to democratic resilience, foster inclusion,...
Youth Express Network (Y-E-N) and The European Confederation of Youth Clubs (ECYC)
Spark and Sustain: Fostering Mental Well-being and Motivation in Open Youth Work
Aim The overarching aim of the study session is to strengthen the emotional resilience and mental well-being of youth workers, supporting their motivation and ability to stay engaged in their roles. By providing practical tools, new methods to develop their support system, and opportunities for...
FEANTSA youth
Ending youth homelessness by embracing cultural diversity
Aim The aim is to equip young professionals in homeless service providers with the competencies to improve their work with young people from a migrant and/or minority ethnic background, reflecting lived experiences as much as possible. Objectives Understand the realities of young migrant,...
European Roma Grassroots Organisations (ERGO) Network and Ternype International Roma Youth Network
From passion to action: A new generation of Roma activists
Objectives The objectives for the study session are: - To discuss the concept of antigypsyism and connect it with broader human rights concepts, such as colonialism and intersectionality. - To support young people in recognising manifestations and consequences of antigypsyism. - To share...
Ecumenical Youth Council in Europe (EYCE) and Ecumenical Forum of European Christian Women (EFECW)
Faith in Action: Addressing Climate Change and Strengthening Democracy Through Christian Youth Movements
Aim The aim is to deepen youth engagement with elements of climate change and address them through democratic and faith-driven action. Objectives To give participants insights on theological approaches of climate change. To empower participants with tools and skills for climate activism. To...
Youth and Environment Europe (YEE)
Uniting for a Safer Europe: Empowering Environmental Defenders
Aim To train young environmental defenders on how to utilise democracy, human rights and the rule of law to achieve their advocacy goals. Objectives 1. To connect young environmental defenders across Europe and facilitate their interaction with institutions and policy-makers. 2. To equip...
Connect International, Curiosite Centre de Formation and Metamorphosis Foundation
Open Your AIs: Responsible Use of AI Tools by Youth Organisations
Aim The aim of the study session is to initiate a discussion on AI ethics with youth organisations, guiding the way towards a human-rights based internal standards when using AI powered tools in their work and the youth sector broadly. This aim is framed by securing access to young people’s...
Youth Peace Ambassadors Network and Peace Ambassadors Poland
Tales of Transformation: Empowering Youth Leaders through Ethical Storytelling
Aim To empower youth workers and young leaders working with youth from conflict-affected communities by equipping them with storytelling and media literacy tools to counter dehumanizing narratives of war and conflicts and to act as multipliers of human rights and peace. Objectives To...
Erasmus Student Network (ESN)
Youth Actions against Discriminations
Aim This activity aims at increasing participants’ capacity to actively engage their local communities to foster peaceful and inclusive societies, by carrying out actions to recognise intersectionality and fight multiple forms of discrimination. Objectives To raise awareness among participants...
Youth Social Rights Network
Integration of Young Migrants and Refugees
Aim The study session aims to empower participants to create positive environment, narratives and communication that makes young refugees and migrants feel valued, accepted, and a sense of belonging in their new homes; and that makes the communities refugees have moved to welcoming, inclusive...
IFM-SEI (www.ifm-sei.org)
Our Voices: Misinformation and Debate in a Pluralistic World
Aim The aim of this study session is to train young people to critically evaluate information online and offline, and to empower them to participate in political, social, and civic debates and spaces. Objectives Mapping the current situation regarding misinformation and disinformation....
AEGEE / European Students’ Forum
Regenerate (YOU)th: Cultivating Circular Economy Solutions in Youth Work
Aim to foster the quality development of youth work by enhancing youth workers’ competencies in circular economy and project management, integrating both areas to create a sustainable project management model framework for youth organisations. Through the use of non-formal education and design...
Rural Youth Europe (RYEurope)
Rural Advocacy: Building Skills and Empowering Change-Makers Across Rural Europe
Aim The aim of the study session is to empower a new generation of rural youth change-makers and equip them with the necessary skills and knowledge to actively engage in advocacy efforts at local, national, and European levels, thus fostering meaningful participation and amplifying their...
Organising Bureau of European School Student Unions (OBESSU)
Cyber Activists: Understanding digital rights in the artificial intelligence era
Aim To equip young people with tools to understand their rights in the digital era, particularly concerning artificial intelligence, and enhance the capacity of student unions for advocacy in digital environments, assess AI's impact on education, and develop initiatives to ensure equitable...
Alliance of European Voluntary Service Organisations (Alliance)
WE too: Workcamp Equality too! Creating a safer and more encouraging international youth projects for LGBTQIA+ youth
Background International volunteering plays a crucial role in building global solidarity, personal growth, and community development. It empowers young people with values such as active citizenship, volunteering, and respect for diversity. International Voluntary workcamps offer a unique...
European Students’ Union (ESU)
Map the Chart: Advancing Students’ Rights through National Student Rights Charters
Aim The aim of the study session “Map the Chart: Advancing Students’ Rights through National Student Rights Charters” is to increase participants knowledge and capacity to develop their own Student Rights Charter, thereby equipping them to advocate for their rights at their national and...
World Student Christian Federation in Europe (WSCF-E)
Youth in Leadership Today - the Pathway Forward
Youth in Leadership Today – The Pathway Forward is a transformative five-day study session organised by the World Student Christian Federation in Europe in cooperation with EYCB. Open to those involved in Student Christian Movements and ecumenical organisations, this programme offers young...
World Organisation of Scout Movement - European Support Centre (WOSM)
Pieces of Peace: Building capacity with Youth navigating conflict
Aim The aim of the study session is to empower participants, young youth workers, to address conflict, political polarisation, societal challenges within their communities, while fostering dialogue and promoting peacebuilding efforts using the tool of human rights education. Objectives...
Digital Transformations for Health Lab (DTH-Lab)
Digital Citizenship for Health: Empowering Young People to Co-Create Tools and Innovate solutions
Aim This study session aims to empower participants to be engaged and active citizens with the necessary skills and knowledge to advocate for policies grounded in a human rights-based approach to health and to be informed and engaged digital citizens for health. Background There is an...
Forum of European Muslim Youth and Student Organisations (FEMYSO)
Student voices amplified: Navigating education, rights and advocacy
Aim The study session aims to empower a group of young European Muslim student activists to be competent to counter the discrimination they face, through a rights-based approach, in order to reinforce a fair treatment of Muslim and minority students. Objectives To raise awareness and...
Coordinating Committee for International Voluntary Service (CCIVS)
New trends in International Voluntary Service (IVS)
Background The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic precipitated a notable decline in volunteer participation in International Voluntary Service activities, reflecting broader societal shifts. Concurrently, the emergence of new opportunities, notably through initiatives like the European...
The World Esperanto Youth Organisation (TEJO)
United for active youth participation: Removing barriers for an inclusive and diverse Europe
EO: Kunaj por aktiva junulara partopreno: Forigante barojn por inkluziveco kaj diverseco en Eŭropo Aim The aim of this study session is to empower young people to advocate for their rights and promote inclusivity and equality in diverse societies. Through education and practical tools,...