Who we are

We are a European network of youth and social work organisations that strive for a Europe where every young person, regardless of their background, has the skills and support they need to reach their full potential. We aim to influence relevant EU legislative, political, and funding processes while supporting our member organisations.

Impact Report 2024

YES Forum Events

Pathways to a Fair Europe

Bridging research and practice to break intergenerational poverty cycles

Annual Event | 3 - 5 June 2025, Groningen (NL) - Co-organised with CMO STAMM

Registration is open!

Policy Event

17 - 19 November 2025, Brussels (BE)

Bridging perspectives on the social inclusion of disadvantaged youth and its funding.

More details soon

News

Civil Society Week 2025: Fostering social cohesion

26 March 2025

The YES Forum showcased its work towards ensuring social rights and joined insightful discussions

Building a Skilled and Inclusive Europe: Reflections from the EU Social Forum

11 March 2025

The YES Forum joined the 2025 EU Social Forum in Brussels, which addressed the urgent need for inclusive skills development in Europe.

Back On Track - Partners celebrate the first project year

28 February 2025

From 26-27 February 2025, project partners met in Bosnia and Herzegovina to present achievements and set the course for the next phase.

Projects

Back On Track - Fostering the (re)integration of NEETs in rural areas

Zug um Zug - Train to Europe

CitigenZ - Fostering a sense of belonging to the EU among the young people of Generation Z

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