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ERYICA welcomes the National Coalition for Youth Work in Poland as a new full member, strengthening youth information and quality youth work across the country. Discover the Coalition’s mission and how it supports local and national youth information structures.

UNESCO’s latest report highlights gaps in how schools worldwide teach Media and Information Literacy, a crucial skill for young people navigating today’s online world. Explore the global findings and the full report to see where progress is being made—and where more action is needed.

Our Democracy Report maps the state of democracy across Europe, highlighting key challenges, from youth disengagement to digital divides, and examples of resilience. Explore the report to see the recommendations from young Europeans for defending and renewing democracy.

Fresh data from the European Parliament sheds light on how young people across Europe get informed—and how often they face disinformation online. Explore the youth-focused insights and browse the national factsheets and full report. Take a closer look!

Strengthen your skills to design meaningful international youth activities with this Council of Europe training in Strasbourg. Applications close on 4 January — don’t miss out!

Twenty-six youth information workers in Italy have been certified through the Eurodesk Mobility Advisor programme, recognising their skills and contributions. Discover how EMA strengthens professional development and visibility for Eurodesk Advisors across Italy.

Luisa and Junus show the diverse experiences possible through the European Solidarity Corps with aha Liechtenstein—whether travelling abroad or hosting volunteers locally. Discover how young people grow, learn, and connect across Europe.

Young Scot’s new docuseries Fae The Source explores masculinity, mental health, and the pressures facing young men in Scotland today. Watch the series on YouTube and find support and resources through the AyeFeel campaign

Rakvere City in Estonia is developing a youth information service standard and a digital platform, with young people involved at every step. Learn how these initiatives are making youth information more accessible and improving cooperation across the youth sector.

The national conference in Cyprus brought together youth workers, policymakers, and young people to advance the recognition and professionalisation of youth work. Explore the discussions, good practices, and opportunities shaping the future of youth work in Cyprus.

The European Citizenship Academy’s final event in Brussels showcased two years of youth exchanges, learning modules, and collaborative work. Explore the Policy Paper and discover the project’s recommendations for strengthening European citizenship education.

The 7th Ibero-Insular Meeting in Palma brought together youth information workers from Portugal, Andorra, and Spain to shape the year ahead. Discover the discussions, shared practices, and plans for training and collaboration across the network.

The youthinfo.ai project kicked off with its first face-to-face meeting in Cagliari, bringing partners together to define roles, outcomes, and timelines. Follow the project’s journey as it explores AI in youth information work and upcoming opportunities to get involved.

The first residential of the 2025–2026 ERYICAdemy Training of Trainers brought together 20 youth information professionals from 11 countries to strengthen facilitation skills, share practice, and prepare for certified trainer roles. Discover how this cycle shapes the next generation of ERYICA trainers.

YouthInfoComp, the European competence framework for youth information workers, is now available in Portuguese—making this key resource accessible in 12 languages. Download the framework and strengthen your professional competencies.

The future of the European Union depends on an informed, engaged, and united citizenry. The European Citizenship Academy (ECA) project calls for a stronger commitment to Education to Europe (E2E) — a comprehensive approach that integrates EU education into both formal and non-formal learning environments.

In early October, ERYICA and the AI Youth Navigator partners piloted a training on AI tools for youth information work in Croatia. Fifteen participants with diverse backgrounds tested tools for content creation, administration, and youth engagement. The most useful will be featured on the project’s platform, with a selection developed into video tutorials.

In late September 2025, youth (info) workers, trainers, and psychologists gathered in Samobor, Croatia, for the piloting phase of the MINDYI course — a youth information training on mental health. Curious to know when and how the final course will be ready for delivery? Find out more below!

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are rising rapidly among young people in Europe, driven by changing sexual behaviours and the growing use of dating apps. Experts stress that condoms, comprehensive sexuality education, and access to reliable information remain essential for protecting sexual health. Read more about the topic in the article.