Youth Dialogue?

What?

The EU Youth Dialogue is the dialogue with young people and youth organisations involving decision-makers, as well as experts, researchers and other relevant civil society actors.

When?

The EU Youth Dialogue is organised into 18-month work cycles. Each cycle focuses on a different thematic priority.

Who?

The success of EU Youth Dialogue depends on the direct involvement of young people and youth organisations. During each cycle, every EU country conducts a national consultation of young people, policymakers, youth organisations, and YOU!

The Youth Goals

Take a look at the video from the EU Youth Conference when the Youth Goals have been announced in 2018.

The Youth Goals are the outcome of the Dialogue with Youth which took place in 2017/18.

They represent the views of young people from all over Europe.

Click on the pictures below to read more about each goal!

1. CONNECTING EU WITH YOUTH

Foster the sense of youth belonging to the European project and build a bridge between the EU and young people to regain trust and increase participation.

2. EQUALITY OF ALL GENDERS

Ensure equality of all genders and gendersensitive approaches in all areas of life of a young person.

3. INCLUSIVE SOCIETIES

Enable and ensure the inclusion of all young people in society.

4. INFORMATION & CONSTRUCTIVE DIALOGUE

Ensure young people have better access to reliable information, support their ability to evaluate information critically and engage in participatory and constructive dialogue.

5. MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING

Achieve better mental wellbeing and end stigmatisation of mental health issues, thus promoting social inclusion of all young people.

6. MOVING RURAL YOUTH FORWARD

Create conditions which enable young people to fulfill their potential in rural areas.

7. QUALITY EMPLOYMENT FOR ALL

Guarantee an accessible labour market with opportunities that lead to quality jobs for all young people.

8. QUALITY LEARNING

Integrate and improve different forms of learning, equipping young people for the challenges of an ever-changing life in the 21st century.

9. SPACE AND PARTICIPATION FOR ALL

Strengthen young people’s democratic participation and autonomy as well as provide dedicated youth spaces in all areas of society.

10. SUSTAINABLE GREEN EUROPE

Achieve a society in which all young people are environmentally active, educated and able to make a difference in their everyday lives.

11. YOUTH ORGANISATIONS & EUROPEAN PROGRAMMES

Ensure equal access for all young people to youth organisations and European youth programmes, building a society based on European values and identity

Download the Youthgoals handout in your language


The Youth Goals have been translated into many different language versions. You can find them here!

EU Youth Delegates 2025 – Meet Dany, Johann and Tommy!

Hello,

My name is Dany Semedo, and I am 20 years old.

To me, the European Union represents one of humanity’s greatest achievements. The values of solidarity, freedom, equality, justice are core values for me. As I see it, the EU embodies these very values. That is why I am very honoured to have been selected as one of the new EU Youth Delegates and thus advocate for these important values and make sure they do not vanish.

My experience has shown me how important it is for us – as young people- to have a say on decisions that affect our future, because no one else will do it for us! As EU Youth Delegate, I not only want to represent the voice of the Luxembourgish youth, but also bring the EU closer to young people.

Our voices are powerful enough to create a better future and a stronger Europe: Let’s make it happen!

Dear fellows,

My name is Johann, and I am honoured to serve as one of Luxembourg’s European Youth Delegates.

Currently, in my bachelor’s degree at ETH Zürich, advocating for young people has always been a passion of mine. As your EU Youth Delegate, I aim to ensure that your voices are heard and your rights respected on a European level. During these tumultuous times, with threats from foreign governments and new hurdles for our democratic system to overcome, I want to use my mandate to combat misinformation and protect our democracy.

Empowering young people through dialogue and learning is key to tackling the pressing issues of our time, including the ethical use of AI and the spread of fake news. The EU Youth Dialogue is an incredible platform for us to share our ideas and work with policymakers to shape the future we want.

Together, we can turn our goals into meaningful action! Let’s collaborate to make a difference!

Hey, I’m Tommy!

I’m 18 years old, from Luxembourg, and incredibly honoured to be one of the EU Youth Delegates!

For years, I’ve been working to amplify young voices—whether through advocating for children’s rights, promoting youth political engagement across Europe, or creating platforms where young people can express themselves and engage in meaningful discussions. From the UN to the EU, from grassroots initiatives to international platforms, my goal has always been to ensure that young people have a seat at the table and a voice that is truly heard. Europe is facing critical challenges—from wars and EU security to social inequality—and our generation will be the most affected. That’s why we need action, not just discussion. As a Youth Delegate, I’ll do my best to ensure that youth priorities are not only heard but acted upon. My vision for this mandate is to promote a more inclusive, sustainable, and youth-driven Europe—where decision-makers don’t just talk about young people, but with them.

I want to bridge the gap between institutions and youth, ensuring that policies reflect our ideas, our concerns, and our ambitions —both for the present and the future.

Get in touch

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