Europe Direct Cumbria

Young People

Eurodesk is a Europe-wide network of organisations giving young people access to information on opportunities to work, study, travel and volunteer abroad, as well as European funding.
Eurodesk answers enquiries, gives advice on possible funding and produces information materials specifically for young people.
The Eurodesk network in the UK also provides those working with young people with training in the answering of enquiries on opportunities in Europe.
More information: http://www.eurodesk.org.uk/

Cafebabel.com is the first multilingual European current affairs magazine, designed for readers across borders. Its aim is to stimulate and develop European public opinion through two distinct but closely related missions.
The online magazine – cafebabel.com – offers every week analyses of current affairs from a unique, European perspective. Secondly, it actively promotes this perspective through debates, conferences and other events organised in towns and cities across Europe.
More information: http://www.cafebabel.com/en/default.asp

Since 1996, ePals, the leading provider of school-safe collaborative learning products for K-12 students, teachers and parents, has been dedicated to helping learners from around the world connect and interact with each other online in a safe, educational environment. Our global community reaches more than eight million people and more than 126,000 classrooms in over 200 countries and territories. ePals technology enables these learners, who speak over 136 different languages, to connect, share, collaborate and learn.
More information: http://www.epals.com/

If you are thinking of going to another European country to study or work, or on holiday... if you are looking for activities or opportunities in Europe... if you have something to say, or ask, about European issues, this portal could be a good place to start! It offers you information, news and discussions - all about Europe and relevant to young people.
More information: http://europa.eu/youth/index.cfm?l_id=en

Whatever you want to know about languages in the EU, from the Union’s policies to encourage language learning and linguistic diversity, by way of a review of language skills in the Union today, to the rules for the use of the EU's own official languages, you should find the answer here.
More information: http://europa.eu/languages/en/home

Princes Trust is a UK charity that helps young people overcome barriers and get their lives working. Through practical support including training, mentoring and financial assistance, it helps 14-30 year olds realise their potential and transform their lives. It focuses its efforts on those who've struggled at school, been in care, been in trouble with the law, or are long-term unemployed.
More information: http://www.princes-trust.org.uk/

British Council Connect Youth is the UK's National Agency for the Youth in Action Programme. Along with the European Commission, their aim is to help young people to discover Europe. On their site you will find information about Youth Exchanges, Youth Initiatives and Youth Democracy Projects; European Voluntary Service, Youth in the World and Youth Support Systems.
More information: http://www.connectyouthinternational.com/

The UK offers a world-renowned education system, with qualifications that can make a real difference to your career. If you are thinking of studying in the UK, this programme offers personal advice on your study options and opportunities. It also offers a range of resources to ensure you get the most out of your education, including information on courses, qualifications, institutions, English requirements, visas and travel.
More information: http://www.britishcouncil.org