Young Europe: Participation in national and European politics has consistently been low in recent years, particularly among the youth. What actions can the EU and Member States take in order to ensure political inclusivity and active citizenship?
Concrete jungle: with 60% of the world’s population expected to live in cities by 2030, what role should urban agriculture methods such as vertical farming and city farms and urban gardens play in European cities to ensure food security in the future?
Speaking volumes: Multilingualism is a fact of life in the EU. In what ways should the European Union further develop its policy framework for language learning, in order to improve social integration, enhance its citizens skillset on the job market, as well as foster cultural exchange and mutual understanding?
The Real Estate of Affairs: With property prices skyrocketing in Europe’s big cities, to what extent, if at all, should governments intervene in markets in order to ensure access to affordable housing in urban areas for its citizens?
Mens sana in corpore sano: Taking into account that one in nine Europeans suffer from depression and 90% of suicides are caused by mental disorders, how can the European Union ensure that people that suffer from such conditions receive quality treatment and support in workplaces and educational institutions?
Reproductive rights for all: Which strategy should the EU and the European countries pursue to ensure that the reproductive rights of both women and men across Europe are upheld and protected, including freedom of choice, access to effective sexual education and reproductive health care?
Life in Plastic, it’s Fantastic: With 10% of the plastic produced globally ending in oceans, ecosystems and wildlife are constantly being put at risk. What should European States do to protect the oceans affected by plastic pollution?
The streets belong to everybody: City streets tend to be designed for cars, often leaving other participants in traffic feeling unsafe and excluded. How can urban traffic management and the usage of urban street area be improved in order to allow for safer, more inclusive and more sustainable urban mobility?