The goal of Youthify is to empower young people to actively participate in democratic processes through an innovative model of participatory budgeting in schools. Through education, mentoring support and practical implementation of mini-projects, students will develop civic, entrepreneurial and communication skills, gain experience in decision-making and improve cooperation with decision-makers. Specific objectives: Strengthening democratic skills and youth engagement in democratic processes Empowering young people to use participatory budgeting as a tool for active participation in micro-locations (in schools) Empowering young people to map needs in micro-locations (in schools) Strengthening financial, project, entrepreneurial, communication and presentation skills Strengthening the capacities of partner organizations through knowledge exchange and application of new working methods. Informing young people about the functioning of local self-government and EU institutions