RURAL MAP
RURAL MAP is a CERV project involving eight European partners that aims to promote citizens' and representative associations’ participation in and contribution to the democratic and civic life of the Union by making known and publicly exchanging their views in all areas of Union action.
Engage & connect
We'll be discussing about what kind of Europe we want and outline our long-term vision for it.
Learn & discover
We'll learn about the opportunities and tools available to have
our voice heard.
Advocacy
We'll exchange with stakeholders on rural youth visions and recommendations.
What are the objectives of the project?
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To encourage young people to look at the future of the EU with confidence, optimism, and a long-term vision, fostering a greater sense of belonging to European values.
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To increase rural youth's awareness of the priorities and challenges of the EU and how they impact daily life.
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To increase rural youth awareness of the opportunities and tools available to have their voice heard and actively participate in European decision-making processes.
Who is involved in this project?
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GAL Prealpi e Dolomiti – Italy
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Rural Youth Europe – Brussels
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Verein zur forderung von kulturaustausch und – Austria
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Vidiecky parlament mladych na slovensku – Slovakia
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Lokalna grupa dzialania dolina rzeki grabi – Poland
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Splav, zs – Czechia
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Asociatia pentru dezvoltare activa – Romania
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Aktiivinen pohjois-satakuntary – Finland
The project in 3 steps and 7 events
Image source: ​GAL Prealpi e Dolomiti
Online webinar
(March 2026)
First introduction of the project goals and participation opportunities, and of the new EU Youth Strategy after 2027.
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International meeting in Belluno, IT (April 2026)
Young people from across Europe gathered for 3 days of exchange, good practices and dialogue with local and EU institutions administrators.