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

Policy Event

17 - 19 November 2025, Brussels (BE)

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

More details soon

News

Annual Event 2025 - research and practice to tackle intergenerational poverty

11 June 2025

YES Forum held its General Assembly and Annual Event 2025 in Groningen (NL) in collaboration with CMO STAMM on 3 - 5 June 2025

CitiGenZ – Stepping into policymakers‘ shoes

16 April 2025

The YES Forum held a Shadow Cabinet for young people to debate and reflect on key EU topics as if they were decision-makers

Civil Society Week 2025: Fostering social cohesion

26 March 2025

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

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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