CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS – STUDY SESSION: “DIGIT-AI: IMPLEMENTING DIGITAL YOUTH WORK IN A CONSTANTLY DEVELOPING CONTEXT”
September 2026

STUDY SESSION: “DIGIT-AI: IMPLEMENTING DIGITAL YOUTH WORK IN A CONSTANTLY DEVELOPING CONTEXT”

16–20 November 2026 | European Youth Centre Strasbourg

Are you working with young people and wondering how Artificial Intelligence is changing youth work?

Do you want to better understand AI, explore its opportunities and risks, and discover practical ways to use it responsibly in your work with young people?

Then DIGIT-AI is for you!

This study session, organised by the Connect International and Curiosité Centre de Formation (CCF) in coopperation with the Council of Europe Youth Department will bring together youth workers, youth leaders, trainers and other youth work practitioners from across Europe to explore how youth work can respond to a rapidly changing AI-driven and digital environment.

By participating, you will:

  • Build AI literacy: Develop a foundational understanding of AI, including how it works, what it can do, and its limitations and risks.
  • Explore young people’s realities: Discuss how AI is already shaping young people’s everyday lives, learning, creativity and participation.
  • Strengthen your digital youth work: Discover practical ways to integrate AI and digital tools into youth work activities.
  • Develop a responsible approach: Reflect on ethics, human rights, democracy and the responsible use of AI.
  • Learn from others: Exchange experiences, tools and practices with youth workers from across Europe.
  • Explore Council of Europe approaches: Connect your practice with relevant Council of Europe standards, recommendations and tools.

We are looking for 20 participants from Council of Europe member states.

Apply if you:

  • Are a youth worker, youth leader, trainer or actively involved in youth work;
  • Work directly with young people or contribute to the development of youth work;
  • Are interested in AI, digital youth work and the changing digital environment;
  • Want to develop your understanding and practical skills around AI;
  • Are willing to actively participate, exchange experiences and learn with others.
  • You do not need to be an AI expert. Curiosity, motivation and a willingness to learn are more important than technical knowledge.

COST:

Accommodation and meals, as well as travel, visa and subsistence costs, are covered by the Council of Europe Youth Department, in accordance with its rules.

In accordance with the rules of the Youth Department, an enrolment fee of €60 per participant applies. The fee can be paid during registration at the beginning of the study session at the European Youth Centre in Strasbourg.

HOW TO APPLY?

Complete the application form.

Application deadline: Sunday, 4 October 2026

For further information: [email protected]