The project “European Youth Week – Join the Game!” consisted of a series of activities organised on the occasion of European Youth Week (EYW) and the 20th anniversary of Poland’s membership in the EU, aimed at young people aged 13-25 from the Opolskie region.
These were the first celebrations of European Youth Week in our region in 10 years. We used this opportunity to create a platform for dialogue on topics that are interesting and important for young people, and to promote European cooperation – especially in the year of the 20th anniversary of Poland’s membership in the EU and the European Parliament elections.
Main objectives:
- Celebrating European Youth Week and underlining its message: “Voice your vision”
- Drawing young people’s attention to the European Parliament elections, showing why it is worth taking part, and encouraging them to vote
- Promoting European integration and highlighting the benefits of EU membership and the positive impact of belonging to a united Europe
- Promoting and showcasing the European character of the Opole Voivodeship
- Disseminating knowledge about EU initiatives aimed at young people
The project included various activities:
- European-themed board game tournament (Time to Move, EU on Board, Eurochances, European Jenga)
- Series of Eurolessons in secondary schools promoting participation in the European Parliament elections, based on games
- Workshops on European topics supported by foreign volunteers European cultural evening
- Open Space conference for young people, non-governmental organisations, and decision-makers on opportunities for young people on the occasion of European Youth Week
- Open concert by young local artists to celebrate European Youth Week
- City game on Europe Day and the 20th anniversary of EU membership, highlighting the benefits of Poland’s EU membership, regional opportunities for international cooperation, European cultures, and promoting participation in the European Parliament elections
- “We Like Europe” tournament for youngsters from primary schools
Altogether, to celebrate European Youth Week, we organised approximately 40 activities for around 800 participants.