Talking about mental health is not always easy. Yet it is a topic that affects all of us, especially young people who face a wide range of challenges, expectations and stressful situations in their everyday lives. How can we take better care of ourselves? How can we recognize when someone else is struggling? And how can we support one another? These were just some of the questions explored by young people from Germany, France, Italy and Spain during the international youth exchange “Breaking the Silence: Youth for Mental Health Awareness”, which took place from October 19 to 26, 2026, at the European Youth Education Centre Magdeburg (EJBM).
Read more: International Youth Exchange brings new perspectives to mental health
One city, two countries, and a shared history: From 18 to 24 October 2026, young people from Germany and France came together in Magdeburg to explore the city's Franco-German past. During the international youth exchange “Bonjour Magdeburg!”, participants discovered historical connections, explored lesser-known aspects of the city's history, and documented their findings through their own creative media projects.
Read more: Bonjour Magdeburg! – Discovering German-French History
How can young people actively shape their future? What issues matter most to their generation, and how can they work together to make a difference? These were some of the questions explored by young people from Finland, Germany, Italy and Slovenia during the international youth exchange “A.C.T.”. From 11 to 17 October 2026, they came together in Kokkola, Finland, including 11 members of the Youth Advisory Board of the European Youth Education Centre Magdeburg (EJBM).
From October 11–16, 2026, we traveled to Bourges, France, with a group of professionals working in the fields of youth, education, culture, and sports to exchange ideas on various approaches to fostering social participation. The study visit focused on how young people can be empowered through education, culture, and sports, and the role that international cooperation plays in this process.
Read more: New Perspectives for Youth Work: Franco-German Study Visit in Bourges
From 9 to 11 October 2026, 20 new and experienced members of TEAM EUROPE came together at the European Youth Education Centre Magdeburg (EJBM) to prepare for their activities in European and international youth work. The weekend was not only about discovering new methods, but also about exchanging experiences, learning from one another and growing closer as a team.
Read more: Bringing Europe to Life: TEAM EUROPE Training Weekend in October
Europäische Jugendbildungsstätte Magdeburg
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Lüttgen-Ottersleben 18a
39116 Magdeburg
