The aim of the project is to enhance awareness and understanding of the values of the European Union among local youth in Northern Greece. The necessity of the proposed project stems from the challenges faced by the young population of Northern Greece, such as a lack of access to information about the EU and European issues. The project also aims to leverage the opportunities offered through the active participation of young people in democratic processes and the strengthening of cooperation between them and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs).
Target groups:
a) Members of the Regional Youth Council: Young people aged 18-30 actively involved in promoting the values and rights of the EU
b) Citizens
c) Civil Society Organizations
Activities:
- Establishment of a Regional Youth Council consisting of 21 active members (aged 18–30) from five municipalities in Northern Greece. The Council held 10 meetings, co-designing local initiatives and civic interventions promoting EU values and rights.
- Organisation of three training sessions (totaling 24 hours) on EU values, with 23 participants, equipping young people with civic knowledge and engagement tools.
- Production of 5 interactive videos by the members of the Youth Council on EU values and youth participation. These were promoted on social media platforms, reaching over 12,000 people.
- Five information events (infodays) with more than 150 attendees to foster local engagement and awareness of EU rights.
- A Manual on good practices from other European organisations and stakeholders.
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