The National University of Political Studies and Public Administration (SNSPA) will host the 2025 edition of CIVICA European Week, from 23 to 27 June, welcoming students, academics, and experts from across Europe to explore the transformative power of youth in shaping a more inclusive and dynamic future for the continent.
This year’s edition will bring together a vibrant community of participants, including:
- 80 bachelor’s students from top CIVICA member institutions: Bocconi, CEU, IE University, SNSPA, Sciences Po, SGH, SSE, and LSE.
- 10 high school students, enthusiastic about learning more about European policymaking.
- 5 students from Ukrainian partner universities, contributing unique perspectives and experiences.
- 10 expert lecturers, offering insights into key areas such as governance, policy innovation, and civic participation.
- 10 university tutors, facilitating interactive sessions and guiding group work.
Hosted at the SNSPA Headquarters in Bucharest, the week-long event will feature a rich program of workshops, debates, and networking sessions, all designed to promote meaningful exchange and hands-on learning.
Theme: Youth Power! Looking into a More Inclusive Future
This year’s edition will focus on the central role of youth in driving positive change across Europe. The discussions and activities will revolve around three key questions:
- Europe Relies on Youth becoming more interested and engaged in local policymaking. Government needs to boost trust in its strategic thinking and rapidly adapt to the increasing turbulent environment, to better serve the youth. Our businesses need the creativeness, ambition and energy of the youth. Is Youth up to the task?
- Europe Learns to Speak Youth: European, national and local policies need to be clear and transparent. Today and tomorrow, Youth is asked to accept, implement and monitor policies. Are our governments ready to engage Youth in a more meaningful way?
- Europe Needs Youth: Let’s Give It a Plan! Moving beyond discussions, this edition of CIVICA European Week will seek to develop actionable strategies to ensure youth participation is more than just symbolic.
The full program will feature expert-led workshops, interactive discussions, and networking opportunities to equip participants with the tools and knowledge necessary to make a real impact.
The full event programme is available here.
