The President of the European Commission’s Youth Advisory Board
The Republic of Moldova will participate in the The President of the European Commission’s Youth Advisory Board and will be represented by young delegate Laura Vition. The President’s Youth Advisory Board is a new structure announced in the Political Guidelines for the 2024–2029 mandate, designed to advise on EU policies affecting young people and to strengthen their role in shaping the Union’s future. The Board brings together young representatives from all EU Member States, the European Youth Forum, and observers from candidate countries. Its first official meeting will take place on 3 December in Brussels and will focus on concerns about children’s and young people’s use of social media. In this inaugural session, held in the presence of the President and following preparatory discussions with Commissioner Micallef, participants will contribute insights that will inform future recommendations and policy directions.
Giving young people a stronger voice in EU policymaking
As announced by President von der Leyen in her political guidelines, the Commission has set up the President’s Youth Advisory Board.
It will advise the President on issues that matter most to young people, share their perspectives on policies developed by the Commission, and put young people at the heart of EU policymaking.
A look ahead to the first meeting
On 3 December 2025, young representatives from across the EU will meet the President to share their thoughts and help shape policies that affect their safety and well-being online.
The meeting will serve as key input to the panel of experts that will advise the President on the best approach for Europe when it comes to online safety.
The meeting will guide the Commission’s efforts to
- protect young people from the negative impact of social media on their confidence, mental health and identity
- ensure online safety measures for young people are fair, practical, and protect their privacy
- empower young people with digital skills needed to confidently navigate life online
- tackle cyberbullying and empower young people to speak up safely online
How does it work?
The President’s Youth Advisory Board brings together more than 30 young representatives, one from each EU Member State’s National Youth Council, one from the European Youth Forum, and observers from candidate countries and potential candidates for EU accession.
They will meet with the President to exchange views on issues that significantly impact young people.
Why does it matter?
Through the Youth Advisory Board, young people are now in a direct dialogue with the Commission President. This puts young citizens at the centre of democracy, and ensures that EU policies reflect their hopes and concerns.
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