About the HYPE Project
HYPE (Youth Unified in local Ecosystems Promoting Solidarity) is a CERV funded project focusing on involving young people in fostering solidarity in their communities. The project operates within Greece and Italy, countries that have been deeply affected by the financial and refugee crises, resulting in the erosion of social ties and collective identity. By running community-led local solidarity actions and engaging youth in public dialogue, the project has been promoting a more united and resilient Europe.
The Policy Lab and Conference are an opportunity to share some of the lessons and insights gained from the project. We will showcase the success of the ‘Local Solidarity Ecosystems’ that have been kickstarted and young people will share their experience and the positive effect on their communities. It targets a multi-stakeholder audience interested in gaining insights from regional-level case-studies that feed into timely debates on social investment and social cohesion.
Date, time and location
You are invited to join us for one or both events, where you can dive deeper into policy recommendations or see how the HYPE project can connect with EU priorities. Please note, participation is in person.
The HYPE Policy Lab
- 23 March, 14:30-16:30
- Mundo Matonge, Rue d’Edimbourg 26, 1050 Brussels
On the agenda: Learn about the HYPE project, the challenges faced by the communities and the actions young people took to build solidarity. Hear from young community leaders and explore what solidarity means today in Italy and Greece. Join the discussion on how local lessons should influence EU-level policy.
The HYPE Conference
- 24 March, 14:30-16:30.
- VMA building (2nd floor), Rue Van Maerlant 2, 1040 Brussels
On the agenda: Join us to discuss why what happens at local level matters at European level. Hear from decision-makers, HYPE project ambassadors and young activists on why the systematic engagement of youth and youth-led solidarity actions should be at the core of the EU’s response to societal challenges.
The Conference taking place on 24 March 2026 is hosted by the European Committee of the Regions (CoR). The CoR is not responsible for the content of the meeting.
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