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Be part of the European Researchers' Night on 30 September!

Are you interested in knowing the hidden secrets of sciences? Join the European Researchers' Night taking place every year across Europe on the last Friday of September in over 250 cities across Europe and beyond.

Erasmus+ Quiz: What Erasmus+ type are you?

How do you feel about living abroad? Could see yourself studying or working long-term in another country? Find out which Erasmus+ type you are in this quiz, then compare with your friends!

Missing Type campaign 2016

The Missing Type campaign was launched for the second year in a row in August. Find out why it is important to donate blood, how blood types are connected and how you can become a donor.

Meningitis – know the signs, act fast

With cases of meningitis W on the rise, an infection that's fatal in one in 10 cases, it is more important than ever to get immunised, be aware of the signs and symptoms and know what to do if you suspect you or someone else has mening

Calling all EVS participants!

Join the study on the impact of transnational volunteering through the European Voluntary Service (EVS) and take part in this survey.

European Youth in 2016

The European Parliament has published new statistics on various aspects of young people's lives.

Drop’pin and go far

Youth unemployment, skills shortages in industry, high levels of graduates working low paid jobs – it’s time to start changing the way we look at the job market for young people. Drop’pin might have the answer.

Job fairs

Job and skill fairs are the best place to kick-start your career. With great options across the country you can find an event near you and showcase, enhance or discover your skills.

YouRock - employability networking tools

The job market is a competitive, scary place, particularly for those young people who have little working experience. Arm yourself as best you can by using employability networking tools like YouRock.

European SME Week Youth Essay Competition 2016

What can the EU do to support young people to become entrepreneurs? Would you like to share your thoughts with policymakers and entrepreneurs on a European stage? Submit your idea and you could be on your way to Bratislava!

Study in Europe

With university fees in the news and international study becoming more and more attractive to employers, is it time to consider studying in Europe?

1st July-31st December 2016: Slovak EU Council Presidency

For the 1st time, Slovakia holds the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union from 1 July to 31 December 2016

Learn about the UN World Youth Report on Youth Civic Engagement

The Report explores young people's participation in economic, political and community life

Say bonjour to languages, wave arrivederci to textbooks

Speaking two or more languages has been proven to have major benefits, so why would you not get on board with some anti-brain aging? We’ve compiled a list of language learning ideas for the modern world.

SALTO Resource Centres

SALTO-YOUTH is a great way to find out about training offers, discover useful tools for training sessions and interact with a large community.

Go solo, stay safe

Travelling on your own for some people is a terrifying idea, for others it’s an opportunity to explore free of any constraints. Whatever your view, it’s important to make sure you’re safe.

European action to tackle violent radicalisation

The European Commission announced support efforts to change the policy area, increase education and awareness to tackle extremist propaganda. What does that mean for young people?

Go green, go further!

Cities all over the world are uniting for a greener future, but can we still travel and think green? We’re giving you a few ideas for more eco-friendly travel.

Who won the European Charlemagne Youth Prize?

The 9th European Charlemagne Youth Prize was handed out on 3 May 2016. Solidarity and refugees have been major themes in the European public discussion last year, so it was no surprise that the winning projects had a similar focus as well.

We are the curious, how curious are you?

The European Commission’s UK Representation has released an Erasmus+ video showing training, studying and volunteering. Follow our 3 young people from the UK traveling all over Europe to discover what you could do with Erasmus+.

Launch of the UK EVS20 page

Erasmus+ UK has launched their EVS20 page with information on finding out more, getting involved and case studies to get you inspired!

European Youth Conference in Amsterdam (April 2016)

Young people across Europe often have similar dreams of becoming successful and find ways to become more involved. Structured dialogue is one of the best ways to get involved and be part of the change.

Participate in the European Youth Award!

Submit your project in one of the 8th solution-oriented categories

Join the 20th anniversary of EVS and spread the word!

Since 1996, close to 100 000 young people have taken part in international volunteering through the European Voluntary Service.

Recommendations from the Trio Presidency (Italy-Latvia-Luxembourg)

In the EU Youth Conference, which took place in Luxembourg from 20 to 24 September, youth representatives together with representatives from the member states reflected on eight recommendations on the field of youth participation.

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Be part of the European Researchers' Night on 30 September!

Erasmus+ Quiz: What Erasmus+ type are you?

Missing Type campaign 2016

Meningitis – know the signs, act fast

Calling all EVS participants!

European Youth in 2016

Drop’pin and go far

Job fairs

YouRock - employability networking tools

European SME Week Youth Essay Competition 2016

Study in Europe

1st July-31st December 2016: Slovak EU Council Presidency

Learn about the UN World Youth Report on Youth Civic Engagement

Say bonjour to languages, wave arrivederci to textbooks

SALTO Resource Centres

Go solo, stay safe

European action to tackle violent radicalisation

Go green, go further!

Who won the European Charlemagne Youth Prize?

We are the curious, how curious are you?

Launch of the UK EVS20 page

European Youth Conference in Amsterdam (April 2016)

Participate in the European Youth Award!

Join the 20th anniversary of EVS and spread the word!

Recommendations from the Trio Presidency (Italy-Latvia-Luxembourg)