Welcome to Young Europe!
Who are we?
The European Youth Parliament is one of Europe’s largest youth platforms for civic education, intercultural encounters, and the exchange of ideas – run by young people, for young people. Our mission is to inspire and empower a young generation of informed, open-minded, responsible, and active citizens that shape society and drive impact.
The European Youth Parliament Norway organises debating conferences in English for high school students in Norway. Our events offer spaces for cultural exchange and political dialogue and revolve about competence rather than competition. The European Youth Parliament provides young people with a forum to develop and express their opinions, as well as get equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to positively impact the world around them. We work to promote intercultural understanding, constructive dialogue, and creative problem-solving.
Facts and Figures
The EYP network is active in 35 countries across Europe
More than 30,000 young people, including 7500 volunteers, take part in EYP events every year
Over 450 EYP events are organised every year across Europe (at local, national and international levels)
Since 1987, the number of EYP alumni has grown to over 200,000
Upcoming events
We organise various EYP conferences every year. The next events are the Bergen and Stavanger Regional Sessions, as well as the National Session in Tromsø.
The Bergen Regional Session will take place in Bergen from the 19th to the 20th of February 2026. This is followed by the 33rd Regional Session of EYP Norway in Stavanger, which will take place from the 5th to the 6th of March.
The National Session of EYP Norway will be held in Tromsø from the 8th to the 11th of September 2026.
Tromsø 2026 – 24th National Session of EYP Norway
In 2026, the national session will be held in Tromsø from 8–11 September. This will be an exciting week with engaging discussions on current issues, together with participants from several locations in Europe.
Tromsø lies in the heart of the Arctic. For generations, people in this region have built strong and resilient communities shaped by cooperation, tradition and a close relationship with nature. Today Tromsø serves as an Arctic hub for research, culture, Indigenous knowledge and international collaboration. Hosting the National Session of EYP Norway in Tromsø gives participants a unique opportunity to experience Northern Norway and Sápmi, and understand the region’s rising importance for Europe and the world.
Throughout the session, participants will reflect on sustainability, identity, innovation, governance and the complexities of Arctic society. The aim is to help participants understand how local experiences can inspire wider European solutions and how diverse perspectives can strengthen cooperation across borders. The session encourages dialogue, awareness and shared responsibility as participants explore the forces shaping the future of the North.
The application deadline for 2026 is 6 March at 23:59. All Norwegian upper secondary schools may apply to participate with students. All Norwegian secondary schools that offer general studies and vocational programmes may apply.
Information meeting for schools
Ahead of the application deadline, we held an information meeting for teachers, which was led by the President of EYP Norway, Astros Vidarsdottir. The meeting took place on February 3rd at 14:00 on Zoom for all schools interested in participating in the session and who would like to learn more about the conference and EYP Norway. The meeting was recorded and shared afterwards for those who are unable to attend. The link to the meeting-recording can be found here.
Regional Sessions 2026
Stavanger 2026
Stavanger is a city shaped by the sea – from its long maritime history to the discovery of oil on the Norwegian continental shelf. Currently known as the oil capital of Norway, it has long stood at the heart of transition. But the tides are shifting. The present world demands innovation, sustainability and cooperation to carry Europe towards a brighter future. In this session, the sea becomes both a symbol and a source of inspiration, as we gather young voices to be waves of change.
The session aims to encourage participants to explore how to drive positive change in our societies. We are facing pressing challenges and are in need of transition in many areas – from the climate crisis and political divides, to social inequality and economic uncertainty. We need a society that is moving to be greener and more just, where we foster understanding and connection, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
“Waves of Change” invites youth to discover what transition means. It empowers participants to not only observe change, but to take an active part in it. By working together with openness and determination, “Waves of Change” can lay the groundwork for meaningful change and lasting impact.
Bergen 2026
Bergen regional session has the theme “Youth Shaping Europe’s Sustainable Future.” Bergens is known for its deep connection to nature and long standing commitment to environmental awareness. It offers the perfect setting to reflect on the challenges and opportunities Europe faces in creating a sustainable and equitable future.
Through this session, we want to highlight the crucial role that young people play in shaping the policies, ideas, and actions that will determine the future of our continent. Sustainability is not only about protecting the environment, but also about fostering lasting cooperation, inclusion, and resilience within our societies.
Pillars of the EYP Stategy
A Network That Works As A Catalyst For Active Citizenship
The EYP should provide volunteers, members, and participants with tangible tools to engage in society, societal structures and processes, and use our vast network of people to facilitate projects and connect young people to act in their local communities. They shall familiarise themselves with societal topics, learn about the institutions and frameworks in which decisions are made, discuss current issues in a constructive format, and craft meaningful solutions.
A Network That Supports Its Volunteers And Their Personal Growth
Volunteering and personal growth are vital parts of the strategic development of our
network, as they represent the core working principles of the EYP. Volunteering on the one hand showcases the spirit of the organisation and on the other hand helps its enlargement in human resources, better administrative management, and
the growth of individual members. Within the context of volunteering it is crucial to further work on the personal growth of people by creating opportunities, offering
hands-on expertise as well as a room for needs-based development.
A Network That Fosters A Peaceful European Society
The EYP showcases the importance of youth involvement in building a brighter future. It is a meaningful contributor in making young Europeans peace-oriented, understanding, and open-minded individuals. Our network builds bridges between young people from different backgrounds, and we contribute to making Europe a continent of peace. Our aim is to diversify the ways in which the EYP develops and works internally, as well as the way it reveals itself to the outside world. Our new approach is to make EYP more focused on its local impact and widening our scope of activities to build stronger foundations for the generations to come.
A Network That Pushes For Inclusion And Accessibility
Our network has always striven to be a platform for inclusion and to provide equal
opportunities to young people across the continent. We have marked considerable
progress in this sector and the EYP should build on these efforts to improve its
infrastructure and further include young people with disabilities.
In order to maintain our momentum of outreach, inclusion and diversity, we should
ensure that our efforts are not only upheld but magnified, reaching and including more people and using diversity as a learning tool for success.
A Network That Operates Within A Sustainable Structure For Strategic Development
To operate and progress as a network, we need to ensure a focus on qualitative growth rather than a purely quantitative approach. The well-functioning and resilience of our National Committees, the international structures, the International Office as well as the network as a whole must therefore be put into the centre of our efforts to achieve long-term and structural funding, successful and planned collaboration on strategic development, a well-balanced ratio of ownership and accountability amongst the stakeholders in our network, as well as a robust, digital and sustainable operational set-up of our work.
A Network That Offers A Rich Variety of Methods, Tools, And Formats
Championing a wide variety of formats and methodologies will not only contribute to the objective to push EYP as a well-known organisation in the field of active citizenship education, but will also enable us as a network to provide necessary and important experiences to all young Europeans and to constantly create, innovate and adapt. If we want to have a network of changemakers, it is vital that our volunteers have the ownership and power to create an impact both inside and outside the network, with the appropriate tools to answer the important socio-political questions of our time
Past events
EYP Norway has been organising youth conferences for over 20 years! In 2023, EYP Norway hosted the 98th International Session of the European Youth Parliament.
Tromsø 2023 – International Session
Tromsø 2023 was a unique youth conference, gathering 300 young Europeans in Tromsø, Norway in March 2023. The conference explored the arctic region and sustainable solutions and innovation, exchanged ideas in the name on international cooperation, and experienced indigenous Saami culture in a centre for cultural prosperity.
By introducing young Europe to the Arctic region we fostered democratic engagement, innovation, sustainability, tolerance and cooperation on the regional and European level.