Project implementation: February 2026 – February 2029
Climate change is one of the greatest concerns for Europe’s younger generation. According to the latest Eurobarometer on Climate Change, 87% of young people aged 15–24 believe it is important for Europe to become the world’s first climate-neutral continent by 2050, while 91% agree that tackling climate change can improve their health and well-being.
Despite this strong level of awareness, significant disparities remain in environmental knowledge and civic engagement across EU Member States, regions, and demographic groups. Factors such as age, gender, educational background, and socio-economic status continue to shape access to information and opportunities for participation. At the same time, climate-related disinformation campaigns are becoming increasingly widespread and influential, making it more difficult for citizens to access reliable information and engage confidently in public debate.
Another key challenge is the growing gap between public awareness of climate risks and citizens’ active participation in environmental and climate policymaking. While many young people recognize the urgency of climate action, they often lack the knowledge, skills, or opportunities to contribute meaningfully to local decision-making processes.
The EcoCivic project seeks to address these challenges by empowering young people, youth workers, and educators with the knowledge, tools, and opportunities they need to actively participate in shaping greener, more sustainable cities. By strengthening environmental citizenship and promoting meaningful civic engagement, the project aims to help build more resilient and inclusive communities across Europe.
EcoCivic project
EcoCivic aims to engage over 2,000 young people aged 14–30 from Romania, Moldova, Armenia, and Luxembourg, with a strong focus on inclusion. Special attention is given to reaching youth from underrepresented and marginalized backgrounds, including those with fewer opportunities to participate in civic or international initiatives. By using interactive toolkits and educational games such as Ecoville, we aim to support key skills such as civic involvement, critical thinking, intercultural communication, and environmental awareness—building a foundation for long-term civic engagement.
Interactive learning that makes sense
At the core of EcoCivic is a hands-on, engaging learning approach. Young people explore environmental and civic topics through:
- interactive toolkits to promote civic engagement on environmental issues,
- educational boardgames like Ecoville,
- 55+ online workshops and moderated discussions,
- 55+ youth-led action plans that taclke local environmental issues,
- 30+ events, debates and direct exchanges with youths, schools, public authorities.
Youth-led action plans
EcoCivic supports youth involvement and action. Participants work together to design and implement their own initiatives, responding to local environmental challenges they identify themselves.
The project will deliver:
- 55+ youth-designed action plans responding to environmental needs in ther community,
- 20+ small-scale youth-led interventions in their communities,
- 20+ mentorship campaigns,
- practical solutions addressing issues like recycling, pollution, and green urban spaces.
Stronger voices, stronger communities
ECOCIVIC contributes to building more inclusive and participatory communities by strengthening the role of young people in public life. By connecting climate action with civic engagement, the project supports a new generation of active citizens who are informed, empowered, and ready to engage with decision-makers.Ultimately, we aim to demonstrate that when young people are given the right tools, space, and support, they can play a key role in shaping sustainable cities—and in driving the green transition forward.
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