Through this project, we wanted to give young people with fewer opportunities access to mobility, personal development and experiences that they normally do not have in their everyday lives. Our aim was to reach exactly those young people who, due to financial difficulties, family challenges, health issues, living in rural areas or other unfavourable circumstances, would almost never apply for a programme like this without the support of their schools, parents and our organisation. Through this mobility, we wanted to give them their first trip outside Croatia, new experiences, a chance to build confidence and social skills, and to broaden their perspectives. Based on two previous DiscoverEU projects, we were able to clearly identify the needs of young people in our county. During the preparation phase, we had extensive discussions with school counsellors, parents and young people themselves to understand their challenges and tailor the activities to their real needs. We wanted to empower young people who are often invisible within the system: those with mental health difficulties, youth from low-income families, youth with disabilities, young people struggling emotionally, and those from rural areas where there are fewer social, cultural and educational opportunities. One of our key goals was to reduce fear and insecurity among those who had never travelled before — to show them they are not alone, to create an environment where it is safe to ask questions, learn and make mistakes, and where they can experience belonging and support. We wanted to encourage their active participation, build a sense of value and equality, and help them feel that they deserve the same opportunities as their peers. The project also aimed to strengthen cooperation with schools and expert services, so we could jointly identify young people who usually remain “under the radar” and offer them an opportunity they would not otherwise have. Cooperation with parents was equally important, as many families were burdened by illness, financial hardship or personal challenges and felt unsure about allowing their children to participate (even though they are now young adults). Through constant communication, our goal was to build trust and provide a sense of safety. Another important goal was to involve and empower participants from previous DiscoverEU projects, who actively took part in the planning. For us, this is a clear sign of the impact of our past work. Their involvement promotes leadership, belonging and the development of competences, and shows that young people can become active contributors rather than just beneficiaries. Ultimately, our aim was to give young people experiences that truly change lives: to see Europe and understand themselves as part of it, meet new cultures, feel the freedom of travelling, strengthen their independence, improve their mental well-being and build confidence. We are fully aware that the project cannot change the lives of a large number of young people — but we are convinced that it can change the lives of those who need it the most. And that is the outcome we cared about the most.