Moldova Participates in the Youth Advisory Board in Brussels

On December 3, the first meeting of the Youth Advisory Board of the President of the European Commission took place in Brussels. Moldova was represented by young delegate Laura Vition. This Advisory Board is a new body, announced in the Political Guidelines for the 2024–2029 mandate, created to provide advice on EU policies affecting young people and to strengthen their role in shaping the Union’s future.

The Council brings together young representatives from all EU member states, the European Youth Forum, and observers from candidate countries. The first meeting focused on concerns related to the use of social media by children and young people. The messages conveyed by Moldova’s youth were as follows:
– Moldova is part of the European family. The youth of Moldova are ready to actively contribute to the future of the European Union.
– We want a safe digital environment where young people can connect, communicate, and express themselves freely.
– We spoke about the need to expand Erasmus+ programs for young people from candidate countries and to maintain constant dialogue with youth.

How the Youth Advisory Board Works
The Council brings together over 30 youth representatives—one from each National Youth Council of the EU member states, one from the European Youth Forum, and observers from candidate and potential candidate countries for EU accession. They will meet with the President to discuss issues significantly affecting young people.

Why Is This Important?
Through the Youth Advisory Council, young people now engage in direct dialogue with the President of the European Commission. Thus, young citizens are placed at the heart of democracy, and EU policies reflect their hopes and concerns.

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