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10 years of turning ideas into opportunities, connections into friendships and participation into real experiences. ✨ Today, we celebrate a decade of bringing youth together across borders, discovering cultures, building partnerships and creating opportunities to learn, grow, contribute and make their voices heard. 💜🌍 Over the past 10 years, we have: 🌍 Connected youth across Europe and beyond 🤝 Built partnerships and lasting connections 💜 Supported solidarity and youth p

We were proud to be invited by Public TV of Armenia to share the results and experiences from our recent Policy Makers Event in Armenia, organised as part of our “Participate and Promote Democracy” project. 🇳🇱🇦🇲🇪🇺 The event brought together youth and policymakers to exchange perspectives on youth participation and democracy and to discuss how youth voices can be better reflected in decision-making. During the TV interview, we had the opportunity to present the key outco

Participate & Promote Democracy (EU Youth Participation Project) (Published Articles below) 🇪🇺🇦🇲🇳🇱 As part of our Participate & Promote Democracy project, a policymakers' event took place in Armenia, bringing together international youth from the Netherlands and Armenia with policymakers, journalists, media representatives and youth organisations. The event created a space for dialogue and exchange on democratic participation, youth engagement and the role of youth in d

Participate & Promote Democracy (EU Youth Participation Project) (Published Articles below) 🇪🇺🇦🇲🇳🇱 ASUE Event. EU Participate and Promote Democracy Project As part of our international policymakers' events in Armenia, Dutch and Armenian participants gathered at ASUE to build team spirit and share experiences. The project is coordinated by the Netherlands-based Bright Future Foundation and funded by the Dutch National Agency of the EU, het NJi. 🇪🇺🇦🇲🇳🇱 🤝 We sincere

Participate & Promote Democracy (EU Youth Participation Project) (Published Article below) 🇪🇺 As part of our Participate & Promote Democracy EU Youth Participation Project, we sat down with Guy Kortes for an insightful conversation on Media Freedom and Access to Information: Why They Matter for Democracy. From the growing influence of social media to misinformation and the importance of media literacy, we explored how young people can stay informed and engaged in an ever-ch

We were pleased to join Իմ ռադիո / Im Radio to talk about youth participation, democracy, and the importance of creating spaces where young people can make their voices heard. 🇳🇱🇦🇲🇪🇺 A sincere thank you for the invitation and for the opportunity to share our work and experiences. 💙 We are also grateful to the 🇪🇺 Dutch National Agency of the European Union for funding our “Participate and Promote Democracy” project, implemented with the support of Nederlands Jeugdinst

Participate & Promote Democracy (EU Youth Participation Project) (Published Articles below) 🇦🇲🇳🇱🇪🇺 Youth, Democracy & Dialogue at the Embassy of the Netherlands in Armenia As part of the mobility activities of our “Participate and Promote Democracy” youth participation project young people from both the Dutch and Armenian teams had the wonderful opportunity to visit the Embassy of the Netherlands in Armenia and discuss the questions and topics that matter to them regard

Participate & Promote Democracy (EU Youth Participation Project) (Published Article below) 🇳🇱 In the framework of our "Participate & Promote Democracy" EU Youth Participation Project, the youth participants explored Electoral Results and Youth Political Behavior in Armenia. What role did youth play in the latest elections and what influenced their decision to participate or stay away? In this interview, the P.P.D. projec’s Armenian Team speaks with Anton Ivchenko, Coordina

Participate & Promote Democracy (EU Youth Participation Project) (Published Article below) 🇪🇺 As part of our Participate & Promote Democracy - EU Youth Participation Project, participants had the opportunity to meet with Laurens Dassen, leader of Volt Netherlands and Member of the Dutch Parliament, for an open discussion on the rising cost of living and its impact on students and youth. 💬 We discussed: 🏠 Affordable housing and the Dutch housing crisis 🎓 Student financial

We are proud to share that Orer.eu, a Czech-based newspaper, has published an article highlighting the journey of Bright Future and the work of its Founder and Director. Since its establishment in 2016, Bright Future has continuously developed its work in the field of youth work, non-formal learning and international cooperation. What started as an initiative has gradually grown into an organisation, involved in international projects, partnerships and learning opportunities

Participate & Promote Democracy (EU Youth Participation Project) (Published Article below) 🇪🇺 The project participants had the opportunity to meet with policymaker Jan Hamming, the Mayor of Zaanstad, to discuss election results and participation patterns in voting. This meeting gave the participants a chance to gain insight into the strategies of mobilising voters, and the challenges that come with this. Importantly, Jan Hamming's experiences with changing political outrea

Participate & Promote Democracy (EU Youth Participation Project) (Published Article below) 🇳🇱 In the framework of our "Participate & Promote Democracy" EU Youth Participation Project, the youth participants explored Migration, Integration and Democratic Values. 📝 Published Article Aravot.am 📩 Apply now for this 18-month EU-funded project and become a voice for change! 💪🏼 Our local and international Projects create non-formal learning environment and provide unique oppo

We are delighted to announce that Bright Future and the ASUE have officially signed a Partnership Agreement, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter of collaboration. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to empowering young people, promoting quality education, fostering innovation, and creating meaningful opportunities for personal and professional development. By combining our expertise and resources, we aim to implement impactful educational initiatives,

Participate & Promote Democracy (EU Youth Participation Project) (Published Article below) 🇪🇺 The project participants had the opportunity to meet with policymaker Suleyman Aslami for an inspiring discussion on freedom of speech, its limits and its growing importance in today's digital world. This meeting gave the young people a unique chance to engage directly with a policymaker and gain first-hand insight into how freedom of expression is approached in the Netherlands and

Participate & Promote Democracy (EU Youth Participation Project) (Published Article below) 🇪🇺 Inspiring discussion with Catarina Vieira: Young participants had the unique opportunity to engage directly with a Member of the European Parliament and explore key human rights issues at the European level. 💬 Topics included: •⁠ ⁠Human rights & democratic participation •⁠ ⁠Migration and asylum policies •⁠ ⁠Accountability for war crimes •⁠ ⁠International justice and courts •⁠

Participate & Promote Democracy (EU Youth Participation Project) (Published Article below) 🇳🇱 Participants of the Participate & Promote Democracy project engaged in in a structured dialogue with policymaker Bente Becker on the topic of migration. The exchange provided valuable insight into current migration policy, integration processes and the broader societal and political challenges connected to these themes. It created an opportunity for direct interaction between young

Participate & Promote Democracy (EU Youth Participation Project) (Published Article below) 🇳🇱 In the framework of our "Participate & Promote Democracy" EU Youth Participation Project, the youth participants explored Freedom of Speech, Where the Border Starts and Where It Ends. 📝 Published Article Aravot.am 📩 Apply now for this 18-month EU-funded project and become a voice for change! 💪🏼 Our local and international Projects create non-formal learning environment and pro

Participate & Promote Democracy (EU Youth Participation Project) (Published Article below) 🇳🇱 In the framework of our "Participate & Promote Democracy" EU Youth Participation Project, the youth participants explored International Human Rights in Domestic Courts. 📝 Published Article Aravot.am 📩 Apply now for this 18-month EU-funded project and become a voice for change! 💪🏼 Our local and international Projects create non-formal learning environment and provide unique opp

Participate & Promote Democracy (EU Youth Participation Project) (Published Article below) 🇳🇱 In the framework of our "Participate & Promote Democracy" EU Youth Participation Project, the youth participants explored Energy Transition and Urban Development. 📝 Published Article Civic.am 📩 Apply now for this 18-month EU-funded project and become a voice for change! 💪🏼 Our local and international Projects create non-formal learning environment and provide unique opportunit

Participate & Promote Democracy (EU Youth Participation Project) (Published Article below) 🇳🇱 Participants of the Participate & Promote Democracy project engaged in an insightful discussion with Thamar Zijlstra, GroenLinks Amsterdam-West Candidate – District Committee, to explore intersection of energy transition and urban development. Through engaging discussions and shared insights, Thamar Zijlstra highlighted key challenges and opportunities for building more sustainable