From 21 to 23 September 2025, Copenhagen will host the EU Youth Conference under the Danish Presidency of the Council of the EU, as part of the 11th cycle of the European Youth Dialogue. Young delegates, policymakers, and institutions will come together to discuss the future direction of Erasmus+ and other key initiatives for European youth.
In July 2025, the European Commission presented the proposal for the “Erasmus+ Programme for 2028–2034.” During the Youth Conference in Denmark, youth representatives will be invited to develop policy recommendations for the negotiations on this proposal. As the Commission’s proposal merges the current Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps programmes, participants are encouraged to draw on their knowledge and experience of both to discuss the future programme.
During the event, participants will work in eight thematic groups, co-creating proposals on inclusion, citizenship, volunteering, youth organisations, and other topics. At the conclusion, these recommendations will be consolidated into a policy document to be presented to European institutions. The conference will feature prominent officials, including Commissioner Glenn Micallef, Executive Vice-President Roxana Mînzatu, and Danish ministers, who will participate in panels and dialogues with the attending youth.
If you want to follow this event closely, which will help shape the future of European youth programmes, you can consult the agenda and updates via the European Youth Portal.
