EUYOUSPORT educational course on youth participation in the EU Sport Policy

The EUYOUSPORT educational course offers young people the opportunity to engage in online training designed to deepen their understanding of the European Union’s institutional framework. Through this course, participants learn how the EU positively influences the youth and sport sectors at the national level. Additionally, the program highlights various opportunities available to young people that emerge from the EU’s cooperation in youth and sport-related initiatives.

This course is part of the EUYOUSPORT project, which is co-funded by the European Union. Building on the ongoing work of ENGSO Youth in promoting youth participation, the European Youth and Sport Together (EUYOUSPORT) project aims to establish effective mechanisms that empower young people to take part in decision-making processes within sports organisations. The initiative is committed to creating meaningful opportunities for youth to have their voices heard and to influence the future of the sport sector.

EU Sport Policy

Let’s begin with the basics: understanding the foundations of EU policy on sport.

EU sport policy refers to the European Union’s approach to supporting and coordinating efforts related to sport across its Member States. It supports sport through coordination, funding, and policies that encourage cooperation and address common challenges.

EU Youth Policy

Next, we will examine the fundamental principles underlying EU policy on youth.

EU youth policy is the European Union’s framework for supporting, empowering, and engaging young people across Europe. It aims to create opportunities for youth to thrive, participate in democratic life, and contribute to building a more inclusive, sustainable, and resilient society.

EU Institutions

To conclude, here is an overview of the key institutions of the European Union.

The European Union has several key institutions that work together to govern and shape EU policies. The European Commission proposes laws and ensures they are implemented, the European Parliament represents EU citizens and shares legislative power with the Council of the European Union, which represents member states. Other important institutions include the European Council, which sets the EU’s political direction, and the Court of Justice of the EU, which ensures laws are interpreted and applied consistently.

EUYOUSPORT project

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