General objective of Exp'OSE To encourage young people to get involved as citizens by developing their ability to express themselves, argue and act on social issues, in line with the SDGs. Specific objectives of Exp'OSE - Develop young people's critical thinking and self-confidence through workshops and an eloquence competition. - Raise awareness of the SDGs by incorporating these issues into their speeches and pleas. - Encouraging democratic and civic participation by bringing young people closer to local, regional and European elected representatives. - Strengthen links between schools and associations to ensure a more interactive approach to education. - Encourage young people to move from the power to say to the power to act by helping them to set up concrete projects in line with their pleas.