Young Europe Society (Y.E.S.) is a non-governmental, non-profit organization founded in 2012 and based in Deda, Romania. We are a youth-driven team dedicated to inspiring active citizenship, promoting intercultural dialogue, and enhancing opportunities for young people—regardless of their background.
We aim to empower youth through non-formal education, mobility opportunities, and inclusive initiatives that support civic engagement and personal development.
Youth Empowerment - We believe in the potential of every young person and strive to foster confidence, skills, and active participation.
Inclusion - We work with youth from diverse educational, social, and cultural backgrounds, especially those from rural or disadvantaged communities.
Mobility & Dialogue - We promote European mobility, intercultural exchange, and lifelong learning.
Our Reach
Local Impact: Based in Deda (Mureș County) and active in Harghita County through our Miercurea Ciuc office, we run non-formal education programs in small towns and rural communities.
National Engagement: We coordinate structured dialogues to connect youth with policymakers, shaping real change in youth policy across Romania.
European Collaboration: As the lead of the ASEY Network, we partner with organizations across Europe for international exchanges, training, and innovation in youth work.
Training Courses: For Y.E.S. members and partners, both locally and internationally (via Erasmus+).
Non-formal Workshops for Youth: Covering topics like street animation, citizenship, European values, and mobility opportunities (Erasmus, ESC).
International Youth Exchanges: Themed around digitalization, environmental protection, entrepreneurship, and more.
Youth Participation Activities: Such as Know Your Rights, an Erasmus+ KA1 initiative that raised awareness of EU rights among high school students in rural Harghita.
👉 Learn more about Know Your Rights
Y.E.S. is the founding member and coordinator of the ASEY Network—a European alliance of youth organizations committed to innovation, active citizenship, and civic engagement.
Our organizational model is youth-led and participatory:
Volunteers and young professionals are at the core of decision-making.
Many leadership roles are held by people under 30.
Our members are not just participants—they are creators and changemakers.
Join Us
Whether you’re a young person, a volunteer, or a partner organization, Y.E.S. offers opportunities to grow, connect, and make a difference—locally, nationally, and across Europe.
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