This project was designed to raise awareness of the EU's impact on territories, particularly those in remote areas. It is based on 3 main objectives: - Enhance young people's understanding of the EU's role in isolated territories: Too many young people living in rural or mountainous areas do not perceive the tangible effects of European actions. The goal is to show them how the EU influences their daily lives through local initiatives. - Strengthen the connection between young people and European citizenship: Beyond institutions and political decisions, Europe represents a space of rights, exchanges, opportunities, and possibilities. The project aims to equip young people with the tools to better understand their role as active citizens on a European scale—and perhaps even recognize a European identity. - Raise awareness of local issues: Highlight concrete actions taken for sustainable development. We want to encourage young people to see how the EU supports territories in addressing ecological and social challenges. This project aims to make the EU accessible to all young people and to make this entity more tangible for younger generations.
The two associations applied for this project to address one of the major issues identified during various local and transnational activities: young people from the Pyrenees, living in Béarn or Navarre, have little to no knowledge of Europe and its impact on local territories. There is a geographical distance that translates into a concrete disconnection from European institutions and, in some cases, even total disinterest. The idea behind this project was to bring Europe closer to local territories, to help people understand that the European Union is a key player in local development, environmental protection, climate change adaptation, mobility, social aid, and more. Through concrete deliverables tailored to their needs, the associations Enosis and Natura Blai aimed to raise awareness of Europe, make it more accessible, and, most importantly, highlight its role and impact on local territories. In other words, the goal was not necessarily for each young person to develop a sense of belonging to a European territory but rather to bring individuals closer to European citizenship. Each of us is a European citizen.