The main objective of the youth exchange Youth Action for Europe was to empower young people to become active citizens and through their activities to contribute to the sustainable development of democratic societies across Europe. The project encouraged civil responsibility and engaged young people in the civic life of their communities. It facilitated the development of the necessary skills, knowledge, values and motivation to change their lives and make a positive change in their communities. Through civic and non-formal education, young people from five European countries developed their soft and leadership skills such as civic awareness, critical and analytical thinking, intercultural competences, promoting European citizenship and engaging in the social and democratic life of their communities. This raised young people's awareness of democracy, human rights and increased their civic participation. The project contributed to the improvement of the work of youth organizations in promoting democratic values and building competencies in young people for the active contribution to society. The main topics of the youth exchange Youth Action for Europe are: - Еuropean citizenship - Active Citizenship - Civic engagement - Democracy and human rights - Solidarity and volunteering - Ecology and sustainable development - European and national identity - Citizenship competence development The methodology used included non-formal education: energizers, presentations, discussions, exchange of experience, role-playing and group work, creative activities and simulations, exchange of good practices and development of future Erasmus+ projects, innovative ideas for campaigns and initiatives for dissemination and promotion of the project results. Venue: Varna, Chaika (Golden sands) Duration: 5 days + 2 days for travel (16 - 22 May 2022) Countries: Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania, North Macedonia and Serbia Participants: 32 young people (aged 18-30) from five European countries