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“AI, Europe and the Future of Youth”
Learn. Discuss. Co-Create
EDYN HQ is thrilled to open a call for applications for the COMPASS Civic Incubator Lab Slovakia. This half-day participatory event is organized by EDYN within the COMPASS project, funded by the European Union through the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values (CERV) program.
All expenses (travel, accommodation) will be covered.
Background & Objectives
Through the Civic Incubator Lab Slovakia, we aim to educate young people on Europe’s competitiveness policies, particularly in the AI era, and empower young people to engage with a topic where youth priorities and voices are often sidelined.
Our goal is to spark a productive dialogue where competitiveness experts act as partners, guiding participants as they learn more about this key policy area, challenging their assumptions, and responding to their ideas.
Participants will explore how Europe can strengthen its technological competitiveness while ensuring that AI development remains aligned with democratic values, social inclusion, and opportunities for young people.
Important Information:
- Date: September 22, 2026 (arrivals on 21 September, departures on 22 September)
- Location: Bratislava, Slovakia
- Application deadline: June 30th, 23:59 CET
- Contact information: For any enquiries or further information, please contact EDYN’s Project Coordinator, Andrej Misina ([email protected])
- Event Format: A progressive three-phase methodology:
- Framing (Expert keynotes)
- Interaction (Facilitated debates with experts)
- Co-Creation (Thematic World Café discussions resulting in concrete solutions) followed by a networking lunch.
Eligibility & Target Audience:
This call is open to EDYN members who meet the following criteria:
- Are from EU countries: Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, as well as from: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Ukraine.
- have a strong interest or background in EU affairs, technology, AI policy, or youth advocacy.
- have C1-English level (or higher);
- are eligible to travel to Slovakia without a visa.
Application Process:
To apply, please fill out this short online Application Form. by June 30th at 23:59 CET.
