DiscoverEU gives 18-year-olds the chance to explore Europe by rail, its culture, and its diversity. This video competition celebrates that spirit. Your video should answer to this question: “What does it mean to be a young person in Europe today?” Who can apply young people who have been selected under a DiscoverEU call in 2022, 2023, […]
Participation – European Charlemagne Youth Prize
The European Charlemagne Youth Prize is awarded to youth-led projects that foster democracy, promote active citizenship and bring communities together. The European Charlemagne Youth Prize is awarded to youth-led projects that foster democracy, promote active citizenship and bring communities together. The prize is jointly managed by the European Parliament and the Foundation of the International […]
Spain and Portugal celebrate 40 years in the European Union
1 January 2026 marks the 40th anniversary of the accession of Spain and Portugal to the European Union. Both countries have enriched the EU culturally, politically and economically. Their accession has offered European citizens more trade and travel opportunities, reinforced solidarity between peoples and strengthened our Union internationally, boosting our links with partner countries in […]
Commission strengthens the Border Carbon Adjustment Mechanism
The Commission proposed measures to close loopholes to prevent circumvention and strengthen the effectiveness of the EU’s Carbon Financial Mechanism (CBM), in response to comments received from industry. From 1 January 2028, the scope of the CBFF will be extended to include certain steel- and aluminium-intensive downstream products. The Commission also proposes measures to close […]
Participating – ActEU Paper Contest
The Trans European Policy Studies Association (TEPSA) and the Horizon Europe ActEU Project invite you to submit papers exploring policy solutions for the future of democracy! The Challenge: “What can we do to ensure a brighter future for participatory democracy?” Submit a short essay or policy brief (maximum 2,000 words, excluding spaces) that includes recommendations to […]
Commission boosts energy interconnectivity across Europe
Last December 1, the Commission has granted 235 cross-border energy projects the status of Projects of Common Interest (PCIs) and Projects of Mutual Interest (PMIs) – the second such list since its launch in 2023. The selected projects will be eligible to apply for EU financing from the Connecting Europe Facility and will benefit from expedited permitting and regulatory […]
Volunteering – Interreg Volunteer Youth (IVY)
Interreg Volunteer Youth (IVY) is a programme for young people eager to gain new international experiences through volunteering and interested to contribute to solidarity projects through cooperation. Along with local actors, IVY volunteers tackle the challenges that Europe and its neighbouring regions are facing, helping to find and implement common solutions. IVY volunteers serve in […]
European Solidarity Corps to benefit from an increased budget of €175.3 million in 2026
Last Novmeber 14, the European Commission launched the European Solidarity Corps 2026 call, marking a double anniversary year: 30 years of EU volunteering, which started in 1996 with a pilot of the European Voluntary Service, and 10 years of the European Solidarity Corps. With an increased budget of €175.3 million, the programme will continue to empower […]
Internships – Erasmus+ Traineeships Abroad for Students
Erasmus+ supports traineeships, work placements and internships abroad at any workplace. This opportunity is open to students enrolled in higher education institutions in Programme Countries at short-cycle Bachelor and Master level as well as to doctoral candidates and recent graduates. Benefits: develop entrepreneurial and creative skills; improve foreign language skills, interpersonal and intercultural teamwork skills […]