Africa-Europe Youth Awards Scheme 2025 Opens Applications (Up to €10,000 in Awards, Grants, and Mentorship)
Under the hashtag #RoadToLuanda25, the Africa-Europe Foundation is pleased to present the 2025 edition of the Africa-Europe Youth Awards Scheme. The goal of this special call for proposals is to acknowledge, encourage, and elevate the work of young people who are spearheading significant collaboration between Europe and Africa.
As the Africa-Europe Summit approaches in Luanda, Angola (November 2025), this effort aims to highlight the role that young people play in the bi-continental alliance. This is your chance to motivate others and gain strategic recognition for your efforts, regardless of whether your work is local or national.
Why Apply?
Participating in the Africa-Europe Youth Awards Scheme offers multiple strategic benefits:
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1. Recognition at a Continental Level
Be recognised as a leading youth initiative contributing to international cooperation and development between Africa and Europe. Selected initiatives will be featured in Africa-Europe Foundation communications, events, and media outreach.
2. Financial and Capacity-Building Support
Receive a grant of €5,000 to support your initiative. Awardees will also benefit from tailored capacity-building and mentoring by the Africa-Europe Foundation and its partners.
3. Visibility and Influence
Engage directly with policymakers, experts, and fellow youth leaders. Your work will be showcased as part of the #RoadToLuanda25 journey, building visibility and influence ahead of the November summit.
4. Special Award of €10,000
In addition to the general grants, a high-impact initiative will be awarded a €10,000 Special Visibility Award for outstanding contribution to cooperation, communication, and innovation.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a youth-led organisation or platform, formally registered in an African Union (AU) or European Union (EU) member state.
- The initiative must be youth-driven, showcasing impact in the context of Africa-Europe relations — either locally, nationally, or across continents.
- Both ongoing and new initiatives are eligible, provided they are aligned with the values and priorities of the Africa-Europe Foundation.
We welcome initiatives across a range of fields, including (but not limited to):
- Climate and environment
- Education and innovation
- Gender equality and inclusion
- Peacebuilding and civic engagement
- Digital transformation and entrepreneurship
Timeline
- Application Deadline: 1 September 2025
(17:00 CET / Brussels Time | 18:00 EAT / Addis Ababa Time) - Main Award Implementation Period: 15 September – 31 October 2025
- Announcement of Winners: October 2025
- Featured Recognition at Luanda Summit: November 2025
How To Apply
Before the deadline, interested organizations must fill out the online application and attach all necessary files. The complete details are available in the APPLY section.
Concerning the Awards Program
The Africa-Europe Foundation launched the Africa-Europe Youth Awards Scheme with the goal of enhancing intercontinental cooperation by putting young people at the forefront of initiatives. It is intended to:
- Highlight youth-led efforts that contribute to a stronger, fairer, and more collaborative Africa-Europe Partnership.
- Provide financial and institutional backing to expand and sustain youth-driven impact.
- Act as a platform for storytelling, dialogue, and collective visibility in the lead-up to landmark political and social moments.
This year’s special edition is a key pillar of our preparation for the Luanda Summit 2025, where youth voices will help shape the strategic future of Africa-Europe cooperation.
Stay Engaged
Follow our updates and discover stories of youth leadership through our official platforms:
- #AUEUTracker – Track and share youth-led cooperation projects across Africa and Europe.
- Areas of Action – Explore the Foundation’s thematic priorities.
- Stories – Read firsthand experiences from youth leaders shaping the future.
- Highlight youth-led efforts that contribute to a stronger, fairer, and more collaborative Africa-Europe Partnership.
- Provide financial and institutional backing to expand and sustain youth-driven impact.
- Act as a platform for storytelling, dialogue, and collective visibility in the lead-up to landmark political and social moments.
This year’s special edition is a key pillar of our preparation for the Luanda Summit 2025, where youth voices will help shape the strategic future of Africa-Europe cooperation.
Stay Engaged
Follow our updates and discover stories of youth leadership through our official platforms:
- #AUEUTracker – Track and share youth-led cooperation projects across Africa and Europe.
- Areas of Action – Explore the Foundation’s thematic priorities.
- Stories – Read firsthand experiences from youth leaders shaping the future.
Deadline: 1 September 2025
Click here to Apply
