As part of the Rencontres Citoyennes project, the City of Dax aims to offer young participants a concrete experience of European citizenship and to strengthen their sense of belonging to a community based on shared values. The objective was to help them become aware of their role as active citizens, capable of engaging in society, dialoguing with other cultures, and contributing to building a more inclusive and sustainable future. The City of Dax also seeks to develop their intercultural, linguistic, and social skills by placing them in an exchange setting with peers from another country, enabling them to better understand and respect cultural diversity and to cooperate within a European framework. Finally, the project aimed to raise young people’s awareness of contemporary citizenship issues, particularly the preservation of common heritage, environmental protection, and the promotion of sustainable development. These Rencontres Citoyennes aspired to combine cultural discovery with reflection on shared European values and responsibilities, while fostering critical thinking and the engagement of adolescents. The notion of transmission was highlighted through meetings in schools and exchanges with local authorities…