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International Conference "European Network of Local Youth Councils (ENLYC) in the Digital Age"
Conference – Symposium - Forum
8-12 December 2026 | Lisbon, Portugal
This conference is organised under the umbrella of the Winter Democracy Academy (WDA) and as part of the broader “Engage, Connect and Empower Local Youth Councils in Europe” (ECE-LYCE) project.
In an increasingly digital world, local youth participation structures must evolve to stay inclusive, responsive, and effective. This conference offers an interactive, participant-driven, and practical learning space to explore how digital tools and artificial intelligence can be used responsibly to reinforce youth voices, streamline youth council management, and foster democratic innovation at the local level.
Through a mix of plenary sessions, parallel workshops, study visit, and networking spaces, participants will analyze different local youth council models, reflect on local youth engagement, explore digital solutions including AI and co-create future strategies. A major highlight during the WDA will be the official launch of the new European Platform for Local Youth Councils, featuring an interactive digital assessment tool. Furthermore, during the conference, key upcoming ECE-LYCE project activities will be officially announced, including the Youth Councils Twinning Activities and the Recognition Awards.
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Apply now! Application deadline (24h UTC): 12 October 2026 Date of selection: 26 October 2026Training overview
http://trainings.salto-youth.net/15388
This Conference – Symposium - Forum is
for 40 participants
from Erasmus+ Youth Programme countries 
and recommended for
Youth workers, Youth leaders, active member of a Local Youth Council (LYC) or a support staff for a Local Youth Council (LYC)
Working language(s):
English
DYPALL Network (Others)
DYPALL Network (Developing Youth Participation at the Local Level) is a European platform of civil society
organisations, local authorities and research institutions focusing on youth participation in decision-making processes at the local level. We stand for active and meaningful involvement of young people in local
democracies through cooperation with local authorities and we provide the space and the resources for capacity building and exchange of good practices among our members.
For more information visit www.dypall.com
Contact for questions:
Marija Krstevska
E-Mail:
Phone: +389 70 241 675
Costs
Participation fee
There is no participation fee.
Accommodation and food
Accommodation and meals will be provided by the organizers. Please note that the accommodation will be provided in shared rooms at the Lisbon Youth Centre hostel.
Travel reimbursement
Travel expenses will be reimbursed up to a maximum of 300 EUR/per participant (including all travel costs from the participant’s home to the venue and back)