Welcome to Young Europe!

The European Youth Parliament is one of Europe’s largest youth platforms for civic education, intercultural encounters, and the exchange of ideas – run by young people, for young people. Our mission is to inspire and empower a young generation of informed, open-minded, responsible, and active citizens that shape society and drive impact.

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The EYP in your country

The European Youth Parliament, or in short, the EYP, offers its participants a transformational learning experience. Every year thousands of young people join our activities and become a part of one of the largest youth networks in Europe. Find out how to get involved with your national organisation here!

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EYP History Book

The EYP History Book, titled “A Tale of Young Europe – The story of the European Youth Parliament (the years 1987 to 2022)” has been concluded!

After a two-year process, carried forward by a group of tireless, dedicated volunteers, who pored over archives sourced from all across the continent, we finally have an embodiment of the EYP’s long and proud history. And you can get it yourself!

Get your History Book!

The EYP in action

Facts and figures

  • represented in 40 countries across Europe

  • around 25,000 young people take part in our events every year

  • active for more than 35 years, since 1987

  • under the patronage of the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and the President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola

  • more than 400 events annually across Europe (at local, national and international levels)

  • Alumni network of over 200,000 members

This year the EYP celebrates its 35th anniversary! It is an occasion to celebrate volunteering, the EYP’s journey and the importance of creating a peaceful, safe and united Europe! Through the button below you may learn more about EYP 35.

EYP 35

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