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#EDYS26
19 - 20 November 2026 · Bucharest, Romania
Digital citizenship is becoming democratic citizenship.
Digital citizenship is becoming democratic citizenship.
How we access information, participate in public debate, interact with institutions and exercise our rights is increasingly shaped by digital technologies.
How we access information, participate in public debate, interact with institutions and exercise our rights is increasingly shaped by digital technologies.
At the same time, disinformation, unequal access to digital opportunities, rapidly evolving technologies and changing online spaces are creating new challenges for democratic participation.
At the same time, disinformation, unequal access to digital opportunities, rapidly evolving technologies and changing online spaces are creating new challenges for democratic participation.
EDYS26 asks how Europe can strengthen meaningful participation and democratic resilience in this changing environment, and what role young people should play in shaping what comes next.
EDYS26 asks how Europe can strengthen meaningful participation and democratic resilience in this changing environment, and what role young people should play in shaping what comes next.
TWO DAYS OF DIALOGUE, LEARNING AND EXCHANGE
TWO DAYS OF DIALOGUE, LEARNING AND EXCHANGE
DAY 1 - STUDY VISIT
Thu, 19.11.2026
DAY 1 - STUDY VISIT
Thu, 19.11.2026
A study visit offering a selected group of participants the opportunity to discover initiatives and organisations working at the intersection of technology, citizenship and democracy, exchange with practitioners, and connect with fellow participants from across Europe.
This event is by invitation only.
AGENDA
AGENDA
To be confirmed
DAY 2 - SUMMIT
Fri, 20.11.2026
DAY 2 - SUMMIT
Fri, 20.11.2026
Hosted at the Cotroceni Palace, the Summit brings together young people, policymakers, civil society, experts and technology-sector representatives for high-level dialogue, exchange of practices and participatory workshops.
AGENDA
AGENDA
09:30 - 10:30 Welcome coffee & registration
PLENARY SESSION
10:30 - 11:00 Opening Ceremony - Welcome remarks · Introducing the PRISMA Framework · Launch of the European Digital Citizenship Week Impact Report
11:00 - 13:00 Discussion panel - Digital Citizenship for Inclusive and Resilient Democracies
13:00 - 14:00 Lunch break
BREAKOUT ROOM SESSIONS
14:00 - 15:45 Thematic parallel workshops
Skills & Education - What digital skills should every young European be equipped with?
Technology, Rights & Safety - Who is responsible for a healthy digital public space?
Advocacy & Participation - How can digitalisation enable young people to actually participate?
16:00 - 16:15 Coffee break
PLENNARY SESSION
16:15 - 17:00 Conclusions & closing
Interested to join? Register on the link below and make sure you include the details about your profile and why you should join the event. The number of participants we can confirm is limited.
*Timezones in Bucharest (CET+1, GMT+3), Eastern European Summer Time | The event will be held in English with no interpretation in other languages.
FINANCIAL ARRANGEMENTS
Participation is free of charge. However, participants requiring visa or travel arrangements are responsible for making and covering these arrangements themselves, as these costs are not covered by the project.
ORGANISERS
ORGANISERS
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With the support of
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INTERNATIONAL PARTNERS
INTERNATIONAL PARTNERS
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