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A new policy brief by the European Rural Youth Observatory (EURYO) analyses employment opportunities and labour dynamics affecting rural youth. It spotlights the importance of integrated rural development strategies, youth engagement in policymaking processes and coordinated action.

Young people in rural and remote areas face particular challenges when it comes to participation, access to education, employment and youth services. A new study from the Youth Partnership – a European Commission and Council of Europe initiative – underscores the need for a more tailored, inclusive and strategic approach to rural youth policy and stronger cooperation among stakeholders to help tackle these challenges.

Policymakers, representatives from rural youth organisations and experts in agriculture, innovation and community development gathered at a recent EU CAP Network seminar to address pressing challenges facing rural youth and young farmers.

Rural communities across Europe often face challenges in accessing information about EU policies and opportunities. Recognising this, Europe Direct centres are strengthening efforts to ensure that citizens in rural areas are informed, consulted and actively engaged in shaping EU initiatives.

Migration, quality of life and targeted policies can help rural regions respond to demographic decline. These were the key messages from the PREMIUM_EU project’s final conference.