Empowering Change and Driving Progress through the Mediterranean Youth Council

Marvin Mendy

Head of International Cooperation, LesTêtes de l’Art, Marseille

Euro-Mediterranean youths have emerged as dynamic agents of transformation in a world where the role of young people in driving innovation and social progress is crucial. At the forefront of this movement stands the Mediterranean Youth Council (MYC), a platform that brings together over 30 active participants representing 14 countries, working across five thematic areas: Economy, Education and Entrepreneurship; Society and Interculturality; Digitalisation; and Gender and Discrimination, as well as Environment and Climate. By harnessing their innovative social skills, youths are empowered to tackle the complex challenges of our time, from environmental issues to socioeconomic disparities. Their unique perspectives, digital fluency, and open-mindedness enable them to envision alternative futures and implement novel solutions. In light of the transformative impact witnessed through the MYC’s initiatives, it is clear that the mission of empowering Euro-Mediterranean youths holds immense promise. However, this potential can only be fully realized through sustained commitment and collaboration from all stakeholders.

In today’s rapidly evolving world, where technology, globalization and societal changes shape the fabric of our existence, the role of youths in driving innovation and social progress has become more crucial than ever before. Among the many attributes that define the youths of our time, their innovative social skills stand out as key assets that propel them forward in their pursuit of positive change. These skills encompass effective communication, critical thinking, adaptability, and an entrepreneurial mindset.

Nowhere is the potential of youths and their innovative social skills more evident than in the Euro-Mediterranean region. Spanning diverse cultures, landscapes and aspirations, the youths of this region have emerged as dynamic agents of transformation, working towards a shared vision of a prosperous and inclusive future. At the forefront of this movement stands the Mediterranean Youth Council (MYC), a platform that brings together over 30 active participants representing 14 countries, working across five thematic areas: Economy, Education and Entrepreneurship, Society and Interculturality, Digitalisation, and Gender and Discrimination, as well as Environment and Climate.

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