Many experts and teachers have voiced their ideas during discussions with the young participants.
More EESC members have discussed with the young participants during the YEYS 2026 event.
The aim of the annual event "Your Europe, Your Say!"(YEYS), organized by the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) on 19–20 March, in Brussels, was to explore the theme of "Meaningful Connections, Active Participation and Democratic Engagement". The event brought together almost 140 participants, including secondary school students and their teachers, as well as young adults involved with youth organizations.
The proposals from YEYS will be reflected in the future EESC opinion on the next EU Youth Strategy.
At the "Your Europe, Your Say!" event, participants put forward proposals to contribute to the EU's next strategy for young people.
Your Europe, Your Say! (YEYS) is the annual youth event of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), aiming to connect young people from all EU Member States and from the candidate countries with the European Union.
