European Youth Politics
At what age can young people vote in European Parliament elections in most EU countries?
18
At what age can you legally vote in national elections in Lithuania?
18 years old
What countries are participating in The Voice of Youth?
Slovakia, Italy, Lithuania
Which city was chosen as the European Youth Capital for 2027?
Parma (Italy)
Can young people from outside the EU participate in Erasmus+ projects?
Yes, many Erasmus+ projects are open to partner countries outside the EU.
Does the European Union have a minimum age limit to become an EU politician?
Yes, but each country sets its own rules (usually between 18 and 25 years old).
Which municipality won the title of Lithuanian Youth Capital 2027?
Raseiniai
From What cities are these organisations?
Altamura, Raseiniai, Košice
Which Lithuanian city was the European Youth Capital in 2021
Klaipėda (the first city in the Baltic region to win this title).
Who can participate in Erasmus+?
Students, school pupils, volunteers, teachers, and young people aged 13 to 30.
What is the most famous EU program that lets young people study or volunteer abroad?
Erasmus+
Who is considered a "young person" under Lithuanian law?
a young person is anyone aged 14 to 29 years old
Whats the name of our project coordinator?
Dario
What is the European Youth Capital?
A title awarded every year to a European city to empower young people, boost youth participation, and strengthen European identity.
How long can an Erasmus+ exchange abroad last?
From a few days (for youth exchanges) up to 12 months (for university studies).
Which European country hosted the "European Youth Capital" in 2024 or 2025?
Lviv (Ukraine) 2024
Lille (France) 2025
What are Open Youth Centers in Lithuania?
A free, safe place where young people can hang out, play games, and get advice from youth workers.
Where idea of this project started? (Year and country)
2025, Finland.
How long does a city hold the European Youth Capital title?
For one full year (365 days of special youth events, projects, and festivals).
What is a "Youth Exchange" in Erasmus+?
A short trip (usually 5 to 21 days) where groups of young people from different countries meet to work on a project together.
What is "DiscoverEU"?
An EU initiative that gives free train passes (Interrail) to 18-year-olds to explore Europe.
At what age can you become a candidate in Lithuanian Parliament (Seimas) elections?
21 years old (it was lowered from 25 in 2022).
What are two key words/activities in this project?
Sharing and debate
Is the European Youth Capital title open only to cities inside the European Union?
No, any city in the wider European continent (including non-EU countries like Norway, Serbia, or Ukraine) can apply.
Where does the name "Erasmus" come from?
It is named after Desiderius Erasmus, a famous philosopher who traveled across Europe to learn and work.