ternYpe International Roma Youth Network invites applications for the project Roma Youth Policy Influencers supported by the European Youth Foundation of the Council of Europe.
The project combines an international training and a structured follow-up phase aimed at strengthening Roma youth participation in democratic processes.
The international training will take place in Berlin, Germany, from 17 to 23 May 2026, bringing together 20 Roma youth activists from 10 European countries.
During the training, participants will develop skills in:
- Policy monitoring and analysis
- Advocacy and stakeholder engagement
- Youth participation and democratic processes
- Addressing antigypsyism through a human rights-based approach
- Understanding and applying Recommendation CM/Rec(2023)4 on Roma youth participation and other advocacy tools
Following the training, participants will take part in a national monitoring phase (June–September 2026), working in country teams and supported by mentors. Each team will monitor relevant national policies or strategies related to Roma youth and produce a short monitoring report.
The results of this work will contribute to a European advocacy paper and the development of a framework for a Roma Youth Consultative Body.
Please complete this form carefully. Before applying, make sure you are available for both the full training period and the follow-up phase.
Deadline to apply: 19.04.2026
ternYpe is a Roma youth network working to strengthen Roma youth participation. We aim to ensure representation and lived experience within our educational activities.
ternYpe is a Roma youth network working to strengthen Roma youth participation. We aim to ensure representation and lived experience within our educational activities.
Before submitting your application, please read the following information carefully.
Eligibility and AvailabilityThe call is open to Roma young people aged 18 to 30 who are active or interested in advocacy, youth participation and community engagement.
Selected participants must be available for:
The full international training in Berlin, Germany (17-23 May 2026) The follow-up phase (June-September 2026), including national policy monitoring activities and online coordinationParticipants are expected to attend the full programme and actively engage in all sessions and activities.
Travel ArrangementsParticipants will be asked to purchase their travel tickets in advance. Travel costs will be reimbursed after the activity, in accordance with the reimbursement guidelines shared with selected participants.
Please ensure that you are able to temporarily cover travel costs until reimbursement is processed.
CommitmentBy submitting this application, you confirm that you are able to:
*Participate fully in the training in Berlin,This project requires active involvement beyond the training itself.
Application ResponsesWe encourage applicants to submit answers that reflect their own experiences, motivations and perspectives.
The use of generative AI tools to produce application answers is discouraged. Applications that appear generic, inconsistent, or not grounded in personal experience may not be considered during the selection process.
Please describe one concrete example and your role in it.
Please describe one concrete example and your role in it.
Are you applying together with another participant from your country?
Are you applying together with another participant from your country?
If yes, please provide the full name of the person you are applying with.
If yes, please provide the full name of the person you are applying with.
Why would you like to take part in the Roma Youth Policy Influencers project?
Why would you like to take part in the Roma Youth Policy Influencers project?
How do you plan to stay engaged and contribute to this phase in your country?
How do you plan to stay engaged and contribute to this phase in your country?
Are you available to participate in the full training in Berlin from 17 to 22 May 2026?
Are you available to participate in the full training in Berlin from 17 to 22 May 2026?
This project includes a national monitoring phase after the training (June–September 2026).
During this phase, participants will work in national teams, take part in regular online meetings, collect and analyse information related to youth and Roma inclusion policies, and contribute to the development of a monitoring report.
This project includes a national monitoring phase after the training (June–September 2026).
During this phase, participants will work in national teams, take part in regular online meetings, collect and analyse information related to youth and Roma inclusion policies, and contribute to the development of a monitoring report.