YEPP, the “doers”
Politics must be for everyone, engaging and motivating from the youngest generations to the oldest. YEPP continues to carry the immense task not only of calling on new generations across Europe to participate in politics but to involve themselves responsibly, nurturing a sense of commitment and enthusiasm. And how do we intend to do this from Europe’s largest political youth organization? By offering real commitment—and, […]
Lead, shape and protect. My vision for the future of YEPP
Being elected President of the Youth of the European People’s Party fills me with two equal feelings: sincere gratitude for your trust and firm determination to turn that trust into results. In this role, I will continue to work to ensure that young voices are heard at all levels, to develop concrete solutions, and to […]
YEPP Elects New Leadership and Sets Future Agenda at Electoral Congress in Brussels
Member of the European Parliament Sophia Kircher was elected President of the Youth of the European People’s Party at the XV YEPP Congress. From July 11th to 13th, YEPP held its Electoral Congress in Brussels, bringing together more than 200 young delegates from across Europe. Over two intensive days, participants engaged in high-level debates on […]
The Future of the Transatlantic Relationship
In 1918, the War Department of the United States government gathered historians and educators from across the country together to grapple with a very distinct problem – a lack of affinity between the citizens of the United States and their counterparts in Europe. United States had just entered World War I and was now sending […]
YEPP Engages Youth in Shaping the Future of Democracy at EYE Strasbourg
Strasbourg, France — 14 June 2025 Earlier this month, the Youth of the European People’s Party (YEPP) actively participated in the European Youth Event (EYE) held at the European Parliament in Strasbourg. This biennial event gathered thousands of young Europeans for a dynamic exchange of ideas focused on building a more democratic and inclusive future […]
30 Voices, 2 Continents, 1 Future: Transatlantic Youth Forum 2025
Washington, D.C., June 3, 2025 From June 1–4, 2025, thirty young political leaders from across the European Union and the United States gathered in Washington, D.C. for the Transatlantic Youth Forum (TYS) — a four-day forum focused on strengthening transatlantic relations through dialogue, policy discussions, and leadership development. Organized by YEPP, the Summit convened rising […]
Young Europeans meet Maia Sandu in Chișinău, Moldova
From May 8th to 11th, the centre-right youth gathered in Chișinău, Moldova. A YEPP initiative organized in cooperation with the Konrad Adenauer Foundation (KAS) and the Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies (WMCES). Delegates from across Europe and beyond took part in a series of engaging discussions, meetings, and policy-focused activities with Moldovan leaders. A […]
YEPP Bridges Generations at EPP Congress in Valencia
Valencia, Spain — 29–30 April 2025 The Youth of the European People’s Party (YEPP) proudly hosted a vibrant and interactive stand at the EPP Congress in Valencia, themed “YEPP: Acting as a Bridge Between Present and Future Generations.” Throughout the two-day event, the YEPP stand attracted widespread attention and featured a variety of engaging elements, […]
YEPP Visits NATO’s Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE)
Yesterday, four YEPP Vice Presidents, along with the YEPP Office, visited the Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE), NATO’s strategic military headquarters located in Mons, Belgium. SHAPE plays a crucial role in planning and executing NATO operations worldwide, ensuring security and stability for its member nations. In 3 consecutive briefings, YEPP interacted with NATO military […]
Defend Democracy, Protect Unity, Preserve Ukraine’s Future
With deep concern and unwavering commitment to democratic values, the Youth of the European People’s Party (YEPP) strongly condemns the decision of Ukraine’s National Security and Defence Council, signed by President Volodymyr Zelensky, which could lead to the arrest and imposition of restrictive measures against Petro Poroshenko, the fifth President of Ukraine and the leader […]
