YEL visits Apsire Global Weekend in Amsterdam
Maïa Madani Davies (Vice President), Laura (Director of Operations), and Ana Opre (Secretary General) recently were invited by Aspire, a Romanian NGO that connects young leaders from Eastern Europe, to attend their Global Weekend in Amsterdam to hear discussions on: Romania’s position in Europe; Europe’s geopolitical movement; and AI in regards to the future of […]
YEL Signs MOU with YPFP- Brussels
Young European Leadership is delighted to announce a new partnership with the Brussels branch of Young Professionals in Foreign Policy (YPFP-Brussels), marking a significant step forward in empowering the next generation of policy leaders in Europe and beyond. The collaboration between us brings together a shared commitment to fostering meaningful youth engagement in international affairs, […]
YEL is Recruiting New Officers
Young European Leadership (YEL) is thrilled to announce the launch of a major expansion plan and an open call for new officers across all five of its core departments: Communications, Delegations, Finance, Community Building, and Operations. As we continue to grow and strengthen our presence as a leading youth-led organization in Europe, we are looking […]
5 Days in Oman: Exploring Diplomacy, Innovation & Youth Leadership
Spending five days in Muscat, Oman, showed just how actively the country is pushing beyond its oil-based image, embracing sustainability, smart cities, and a strong desire to grow its tourism industry. My visit was enriched by engaging discussions with Tilman Enders, Deputy Head of Mission at the German Embassy, and an inspiring visit to the […]
Meet the Y20 EU Delegate – Jesus Cordero Gonzalez
Jesús Cordero González is a distinguished lawyer and expert in corporate compliance and data protection. He represents the European Union at the Y20 2025 in the track: AI, Digital Innovation, Skills Development, and the Future of Work. He currently serves as a Senior Lawyer at ECIJA Law Firm, specializing in digital compliance, AI governance, and […]
Meet the Y20 EU Delegate – Nicole Rita Napoli
Nicole Rita Napoli is a passionate advocate for EU affairs, youth empowerment, and social development. She currently serves as a Project Support Assistant at the European Commission (DG-SANTE), where she manages digital solutions related to health and food security. Her responsibilities include ensuring data integrity, supporting governance processes, coordinating team communication, and facilitating strategic project […]
Meet the Y20 EU Delegate – Antonio Tintoré Vicent
Antonio Tintoré Vicent is a graduate student in Transatlantic Affairs and Economics, currently completing a joint master’s programme between the College of Europe and the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy. His academic and professional focus lies at the intersection of geoeconomics, international security, and strategic statecraft, with a particular interest in EU-US relations, economic […]
Meet the Y20 EU Delegate – Constantin Alexandru Manda
Constantin-Alexandru Manda is a multifaceted policy advisor, attorney-at-law, and passionate advocate for youth engagement, focused on energy, democracy and EU affairs. Based in Bucharest, he is currently Senior Consultant at leading consultancy firm from Romania, where he focuses on strategic energy projects. He serves as the EU Delegate to the Y20 2025 for the track […]
Meet the Y20 EU Delegate – Maia Davies
Maia Madani Davies is a dynamic advocate for the Inclusive Economic Growth and Employment track, representing the European Union at the Y20 Summit 2025. Maia’s journey into international development began with a strong academic foundation, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and International Development from the University of Sussex. She also holds a Master of […]
Opinion | Charting a Sustainable Future for the G7
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 and responsibility to address […]