The YES Forum 2026 Policy Event will take a closer look at two pressing topics facing young people and the EU today: On the one hand the housing crisis, with high costs for rent and limited housing options available tremendously impacting young people’s transition to adulthood – even more so for young people with fewer resources. And on the other hand, we will explore the perceived gap between young people and the EU. Low educational level and difficult financial situations significantly impact perceptions of the EU, and for the young people, this comes on top of increasing disengagement from traditional democratic processes seen across the youth demographic.
The event will offer members focused sessions to meet policymakers, exchange experiences and ensure that young people’s and youth work professional’s perspectives on overcoming housing insecurity, countering EU scepticism and more are heard at the European level.
Take a look at our draft programme and participation conditions here, and join us in Brussels to make young people’s voices heard, engage directly with decision-makers, and help shape solutions to challenges affecting young people today.
