The Training Course “Local Youth Councils for Quality Local Democracies”, brought together 30 youth workers and youth leaders of local youth councils from seven countries (Norway, Finland, France, Croatia, Portugal, Estonia, and Türkiye). Its goal was to strengthen local youth councils (LYCs) by fostering resilience, inclusivity, and quality standards to better address the needs of young people in their communities. The project aimed to strengthen youth participation at the local level by empowering young people as key actors in democratic processes and community development. It focused on revitalizing traditional participation structures such as Local Youth Councils (LYCs), recognizing their potential to foster long-term civic engagement and influence local governance. The core objectives were to improve the inclusiveness and effectiveness of LYCs, promote the “Quality Charter on Participatory and Inclusive Local Youth Councils” as a practical framework, and support youth workers and leaders in developing the skills and tools needed to facilitate meaningful youth involvement. The training was grounded in non-formal education and encouraged participants to assess their local contexts, identify challenges, and apply adaptable solutions. The project created a platform for cross-border exchange among youth workers, civil society organizations, and municipalities from EU and non-EU countries. Participants shared good practices, explored models of youth participation, and engaged in peer learning to strengthen their capacities. Digital participation tools and e-methodologies were introduced as means to modernize engagement strategies and reach a broader, more diverse youth demographic. Key project objectives included: - Enhancing youth participation through improved LYC models - Promoting the Quality Charter on Participatory and Inclusive Local Youth Councils, User guide for the Quality Charter and Toolkit for upgrading local youth councils - Facilitating collaboration between municipalities and civil society organizations and building the capacity of youth workers to foster democratic involvement - Comparing youth participation approaches across contexts to identify transferable strategies - Enhancing intercultural understanding and tolerance, promoting a shared sense of European identity and unity - Mainstreaming local youth councils as spaces for quality and inclusive youth participation in local democracies The project responded to pressing questions such as: - What participation models resonate with today’s youth? - How can LYCs be more inclusive and representative? - What tools and partnerships best support local youth engagement? By addressing these questions, the project contributed to the long-term revitalization of youth participation structures, equipping stakeholders with the knowledge and tools needed to build more inclusive, democratic, and youth-responsive communities across Europe.