Opinion | Charting a Sustainable Future for the G7
Article by Marios Chalaris. Marios Chalaris is a delegate of the European Union at the Y7 Summit 2025 in the Energy & Environment Track. He also serves as the Director of Community Building at Young European Leadership. His focus is on proactively shaping a sustainable future. He believes that young leaders possess both the opportunity […]
Youth 20 2025 – A New Beginning
The 26th anniversary of the Group of Twenty (G20) in 2025 signifies a momentous step forward in global cooperation and economic partnership. Founded in 1999 originally as a meeting group for finance ministers, the G20 has since evolved and emerged as a crucial platform, uniting both developed and developing nations, collectively representing approximately 80% of […]
Young European Leadership Elects New Board at 2025 General Assembly
Young European Leadership (YEL) convened its 2025 General Assembly this week, bringing together its members from across Europe to reflect on the past year’s achievements and set the course for an ambitious new chapter in the organization’s growth. The highlight of the Assembly was the election of the new Board of Directors, tasked with leading […]
Opinion | Europe at the Edge? Reflections from the Munich Security Conference 2025
Article by Vincent Tadday Three days of intense discussions, back-to-back events, and conversations that felt more urgent than ever. The Munich Security Conference 2025 took place at a time when Europe is under mounting geopolitical pressure and facing deep internal divisions. While the world watches, the continent stands at a crossroads. The decisions made today […]
Youth G7 Wants to Hear from You
On March 17th, the European Union’s delegates to the Youth G7 (Y7) conference launched their European Youth Survey. Targeting individuals aged 16 to 30, the survey aims to ensure a democratic process and foster better representation of the diverse perspectives held by the continent’s youth. This initiative underscores a concerted effort to engage with the demographic […]
The Road to Y20
Preparing for Y20 in South Africa In the heart of Johannesburg, a city known for its vibrant culture and indomitable spirit, a gathering of young minds is set to take place that will bring together thought and community leaders from all over the world shaping the future of global policy. This event is the G20 […]
Interview with Fermin Zabala – Vice President of JEF Spain
Although he is a Business Studies and Law student, Fermín has been active in organizations like JEF since he arrived in the academic world, mostly focusing on International Law and the European Union. As well, he has focused on communication in all of its forms, whether it is written, spoken or visual, he has used […]
Young European Leadership Joins the EU Youth Strategy Group
Young European Leadership (YEL) is proud to announce its inclusion in the EU Youth Stakeholder Group, a significant step in reinforcing its mission to empower young leaders across Europe. YEL joins 41 prominent youth organizations from diverse backgrounds, all working together to shape the future of EU youth policies. The EU Youth Stakeholder Group plays […]
Meet the Y7 EU Delegate – Giacomo Di Capua
Giacomo Di Capua, a dynamic and accomplished advocate for sustainability and global policy, has been named the European Union’s Head Delegate to the Y7 Summit 2025. Representing the voice of European youth, Di Capua will lead negotiations on Peace and Security, tackling some of the most pressing challenges facing the international community today. Born and […]
Meet the Y7 EU Delegate – Marios Chalaris
Marios Chalaris, an accomplished naval architect, marine engineer, and sustainability advocate, has been appointed as the European Union Delegate for Energy and Environment at the Y7 Summit. At just 25, Marios brings a wealth of expertise in the maritime industry and alternative energy options, as nuclear energy to this critical role, where he will help […]