The European Commission is accepting applications for the 9th edition of Youth4Regions, its programme for aspiring journalists. In October 2025, selected participants will spend a week in Brussels, where they will receive practical training, expert mentoring and gain experience in the newsroom. They will also take part in exclusive visits to EU institutions and media organisations. This year, students and young journalists from EU Member States, neighbouring countries and candidate countries can apply in three categories: general journalism, photojournalism and video journalism.

Since its launch in 2017, Youth4Regions has helped over 250 young journalists improve their skills, expand their networks and gain valuable insights into the world of European journalism. Applications can be submitted until 7 July 2025 on the dedicated website. The Commission covers all costs of the programme.

Participants will also have the opportunity to compete for the prestigious Megalizzi Niedzielski Award, which recognizes outstanding young journalists. The award will be presented on October 14, 2025.

Link: https://ec.europa.eu/regional_policy/policy/communication/partnership-with-media/youth4regions_en