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policy papers

We use our events and projects to gather the thoughts, ideas and perspective of young people and make sure these perspectives are heard in the right places. We are then able to produce policy papers with our recommendations.  

Participants gathered during a Rural Youth Europe policy event discussing the future of rural communities.

Right to Stay in
Rural Areas 

Developed based on the input from the Policy Committee in February 2026.

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Young people and facilitators participating in a Rural Youth Europe workshop on civic engagement and democracy.

Tackling Shrinking Civic Spaces 

Co-developed with participants of the WP2025 activities and adopted by the GA of April 2026.

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Young farmer caring for livestock as part of a policy paper on generational renewal in agriculture.

Generational Renewal in Agriculture

Adopted by the RYE board on 20th October 2025 and by the GA of the 26th of April 2026.

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Participants attending a Rural Youth Europe study session focused on youth work and leadership.

Rural Youth Work

Recommendations formed during the RuralYouth Europe Study Session 2024 in Budapest. 

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Young people celebrating together during activities promoting health and wellbeing for all.

Health as a human right

Recommendations formed during the Rural Youth Europe Autumn Seminar 2023.  

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Hands holding a young plant representing sustainable food systems and environmental responsibility.

Sustainable food systems

Recommendations fired during the the European Rally 2023 in Austria.

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