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What's new? Check out the latest news, statements and more from the Youth Forum.
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International Women's Day 2022 - Women fighting for their future
This year, we mark International Women’s Day, 8 March, with the theme is “gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow”. We recognise the contribution of women and girls around the world, who are leading the change to build a more sustainable future for all. In particular, on this International Women’s Day, we want to express our solidarity with Ukrainian women.
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Launch of the European Charter for Youth and Democracy
The European Committee of the Regions and the European Youth Forum join forces to bring young people closer to the EU!
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Building on the legacy: European Youth Capital Novi Sad continues work to put young people at the centre
The Serbian city of Novi Sad became European Youth Capital in 2019. Since then, the title continues to inspire change in the way Novi Sad works together with its young people.
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Young people call for international solidarity with Ukraine in response to Russian aggression
We are horrified by Russia's act of aggression and the impact it will have on Ukraine’s youth as well as the population at large - their security, their hopes, their lives.
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Open letter to the young people of Ukraine
This open letter is on behalf of the entire Youth Forum family, to the young people of Ukraine to express our commitment to stand up for your freedoms and your safety.
Belgium must do more to stop unpaid internships, rules international human rights body
The result of a Collective Complaint, submitted by the European Youth Forum, found that current labour inspection systems in Belgium fail to offer enough protection to vulnerable and disadvantaged young interns.