The European dialogue on youth psychosocial well-being and substance use prevention is taking center stage in Brussels!
Under the framework of the European project Choose-life (Erasmus+), we are pleased to announce the upcoming EU Roundtable, bringing together youth representatives, youth workers, and EU-level institutional stakeholders to foster meaningful discussions on youth-centered social welfare and prevention policies.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, 13 October 2026
Time: 16:00 – 19:00 (CET)
Venue: Brussels, Belgium
Organized by: Out of The Box International (OTB)
The event opens with a welcome session and an overview of the Choose-life project journey, its core objectives, and its collaborative prevention methodology. Following this, stakeholders and experts in youth welfare and health promotion will share key insights, paving the way for the official presentation of the Youth-Choose Council (YCC) Manifesto, showcasing youth-driven policy recommendations, before pausing for a coffee and networking break.
Resuming, implementing partners will deliver national presentations highlighting local insights and piloting outcomes alongside expert feedback. Later, the floor opens for an interactive discussion focused on bridging grassroots youth realities with European policymaking, culminating in closing reflections and next steps before the event officially concludes.
Why This Dialogue Matters
The Choose-life EU Roundtable provides a direct platform for Youth-Choose Council members to engage with European institutions and policy figures. By moving away from purely punitive approaches, the initiative advocates for supportive, educational, and community-driven social policies that promote youth health literacy, personal resilience, and overall well-being.
Stay tuned to the Choose-life website and social media channels for photo highlights, key takeaways, and updates following the event!