The Road to Y20
Preparing for Y20 in Rio de Janeiro In the heart of Rio de Janeiro, 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 […]
YEL Annual Summit 2024
On March 23rd, 2024 Young European Leadership hosted a summit in Brussels. This summit had been in the works for many months with Treasurer Federico Soattin and Secretary General Augusto Gonzalez being the leading members responsible for setting up the conference. The summit explored the pivotal contribution of young voices in influencing politics, medicine, climate […]
YEL Attends U4EU’s Civil Society Week
Young European Leadership attended the Your Europe, Your Say! 2024 in Brussels during the Economic and Social Committee’s (EESC) Civil Society Week. In attendance to represent our organisation were Maïa Madani Davies (Director of Partnerships) and Gregorio Vichi (Deputy Director of Partnerships). This was a fantastic opportunity to join more than 100 young-budding future leaders […]
Youth 7 Wants to Hear from You
On March 13th, the European Union’s delegates to the Youth 7 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 […]
YEL Attends the Power Earth Summit
Young European Leadership attended the first annual Power Earth Summit in Paris, France from March 13th to March 15th of this year, made possible by YEL’s sponsor Schneider Electric. These two days were jam packed with meetings, dining, and an appearance by former US President Barack Obama which was interviewed as part of the opening […]
Youth 7 2024: Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the G7
The 50th anniversary of the Group of Seven (G7) in 2024 marks a significant milestone in the evolution of international cooperation and economic collaboration. Established in the 1970s, the G7 has grown into a vital forum, bringing together the world’s major industrialized nations to address global challenges and foster economic stability. Over the past five […]
YEL’s Gen Z for Climate Webinar
On February 15th, 2024, Young European Leadership hosted a webinar with Italy’s UN Youth Delegates. This seminar has been in the works for many months with Partnerships Officer Selma Zouairi being the leading member responsible for the setting up of the session. The event delved into the critical role young voices play in shaping global […]
COP28 Unveiled: Young Leaders Converge to Shape a Sustainable Future
The Conference of the Parties, widely known as COP, stands as a beacon of global cooperation in the face of one of humanity’s most profound challenges – climate change. Convened annually under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), the COP meetings bring together nations, leaders, scientists, and advocates to collectively address the […]
Y20 India: A Youth Perspective
The Youth 20 (Y20) delegates convened in Varanasi, India, from August 17-20 under the theme “One Earth, One Family, One Future” during India’s G20 Presidency. Acknowledging global crises, including climate change, inequalities, and health challenges, the Y20 aimed to advocate for youth inclusion in policy decisions. The Y20 Communiqué, directed towards the G20 Summit, emphasized […]