About the opportunity
The Council of Europe Youth Department, in the framework of the project ‘Youth revitalising democracy,’ and the Democracy Reloading Partnership of Erasmus+ national agencies are organising a joint Seminar for municipal youth policy practitioners. The seminar will take place in the European Youth Center Budapest, Hungary, on 16-21 November 2026, bringing together 50 participants. The activity aims to support local and regional municipalities in designing and implementing participative youth policies in line with the new European Charter on the Participation of Young People in Local and Regional Life. Participants will become familiar with the provisions of the new Charter, learn about Council of Europe standards, share experiences, and gain insights into Budapest’s municipal youth participation practices.
Funding and benefits
- No participation fee is charged.
- Free accommodation and meals provided by the Council of Europe at the European Youth Centre Budapest (from dinner on Monday, November 16 until breakfast on Saturday, November 21).
- Travel reimbursement is available (participants should contact their sending Erasmus+ National Agency or SALTO Centre for details).
- Receival of a Youthpass certificate for recognition of competence development.
Who can apply?
- Municipal youth policy officers and their partners, locally elected political representatives, local youth councils, or youth civil society engaged in planning and implementing local or regional youth participation policy and practice.
- Priority is given to participants from partner countries of the Democracy Reloading Partnership, but not exclusively.
- Must be resident and work in a Council of Europe member State (exceptions are possible if duly justified).
- Must be able to communicate independently in English.
- Must be from Andorra, Monaco, Morocco, San Marino, Tunisia, United Kingdom, Eastern Partnership countries, Erasmus+ Youth Programme countries, or Western Balkan countries.
When to apply
- Application deadline: September 15, 2026 (24h UTC)
- Selection date: September 28, 2026
- Seminar dates: November 16-21, 2026
How to apply
- Log in or register for a MySALTO account on the SALTO-YOUTH portal.
- Access the online application procedure via the training calendar link.
- Complete and submit the application form before the deadline on September 15, 2026.
Additional information
- The working language of the seminar is English.
- The seminar is co-organised by Democracy Reloading and Bureau International Jeunesse.
- For questions, contact Laszlo Foldi via phone at +3222105233.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Municipal youth policy officers, locally elected representatives, or youth civil society members.
- Professionals working in local or regional youth participation policy and practice.
- Residents of Council of Europe member states, particularly those from the Democracy Reloading Partnership partner countries.
What should you think carefully about?
- The seminar is a short, six-day commitment in Budapest, Hungary.
- Applicants must be residents and workers of a Council of Europe member state.
- English is the sole working language, requiring independent communication skills.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This opportunity fits readers looking for a short-term, high-impact professional development experience. It is particularly useful for those aiming to build a network of European peers and gain practical insights into implementing the new European Charter on the Participation of Young People in Local and Regional Life.
Our take
Municipal youth policy practitioners from Council of Europe member states should apply, while those outside these regions may find it less suitable.
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