Are you part of a youth team that has implemented a project supporting the European Youth Goals? We want to celebrate your efforts!

Important Dates:

Prizes

• 1st place: €1,000
• 2nd Place: €750
• 3rd Place: €500

How to apply?

Who is behind the awards?

Eligibility Criteria

• Team composition: Applications are open to teams of at least four young people aged 13 to 30. These teams may be independent or supported by organisations such as schools, youth clubs, or youth work organisations.
• Project timeframe: Eligible projects must have been realised between January 2023 and September 2024.
• Focus on European Youth Goals: Projects should contribute to one or more European Youth Goals, demonstrating a tangible positive impact on young people and their local communities. If unsure, use the chatGPT version of Youth Goals Hub to check how your project aligns with the European Youth Goals. Upload information about your project and ask which goal it contributes to most.
• Clear evidence of impact: Applicants must provide clear evidence that the project was implemented and achieved its goals. This could include publicly available materials, such as publications, reports, media coverage, or online resources, to confirm that the project happened and had a tangible effect on its target group.
• Youth participation: Projects should involve young people at every stage, from planning to implementation and evaluation.
• Registration on Cities of Learning platform: The applicant team or organisation must register as an Organiser on the European Youth Goals platform and commit to helping register team members with Personal accounts. Registration is necessary to issue and earn digital Open Badges, which recognise and showcase the project's learning outcomes and achievements. Later, you can use the same account to access and use global or local Cities of Learning platforms.
• Geographical priority: Projects from teams based in Cities of Learning locations and countries will receive priority, though this will not be the main determining factor in the selection process.
• Public dissemination of project information. By applying, teams agree that their project information may be shared with the broader public to inspire others and promote the European Youth Goals. This may include Cities of Learning’s social media channels, email newsletter and through press and media activity.

Evaluation process

Opportunities

• Young people from awarded teams will be invited to join the Cities of Learning Youth Ambassadors programme “Young Co(L)-Creators,” This will allow them to further their involvement in shaping European learning and engagement initiatives.

• Personalised digital Open Badges will be awarded to recognise young people's experiences, skills, and contributions to achieving the European Youth Goals. These badges will serve as valuable, shareable recognition of their participation and achievements.

• Covered access to Awero/Cities of Learning platforms (check regular access options): Applicants complying with the minimum quality criteria will receive free access to Awero/Cities of Learning platforms for 12 months. In addition, we will offer you support materials and resources to start your digital recognition activities, allowing teams to extend their impact by using digital tools to recognise skills and achievements.

How to check if your project is suitable:

1. Visit the European Youth Goals platform to explore inspiring examples of how young people can contribute to achieving the European Youth Goals.
2. Consult the ChatGPT customised version of Youth Goals Hub for guidance on your project.

How to apply?