Europe is facing a growing challenge in terms of environmental awareness, food education and sustainability, with data showing significant gaps among young people in their understanding of the impact of the food chain on the environment. According to the European Commission's State of Food Sustainability Report (2023), 55 per cent of young Europeans claim to have limited knowledge of the food chain and its environmental impact, and despite the growing interest in sustainability, a substantial part of the youth population remains uninformed about key concepts such as the consumption of organic, 0-km and seasonal products. This misinformation is particularly worrying since the food sector represents one of the main sources of greenhouse gas emissions, making a change in mentality and consumption habits urgent. In the countries concerned, the problem manifests itself in worrying figures. In Italy, only 23% of young people regularly choose km0 products, demonstrating a lack of attention to the provenance and ecological impact of food (Coldiretti, 2022). In Greece, 45% of young people do not buy organic products, mainly due to the high cost and lack of information about the long-term benefits. In Spain, according to the Ministry of Agriculture (2023), only 30% show active interest in organic food. In Bulgaria, about 50 per cent of young people lack adequate knowledge about food sustainability, while in Lithuania, only 15 per cent consume organic food regularly, often due to distrust of certification and high prices. In Serbia, according to the World Bank, only 20 per cent of young people are aware of the environmental impact of their food choices. These data highlight how, despite the growing attention to sustainability, food consumption remains a marginal issue for many young Europeans, making targeted educational interventions necessary to fill these gaps. In order to verify the extent of the problem in local communities, a survey was conducted among young people aged between 18 and 25, with questionnaires aimed at collecting information on eating habits, the level of knowledge of sustainability and the predisposition to adopt more ecological behaviour. The data that emerged confirmed the trends found at national and European level, showing that more than 60 per cent of the young people interviewed do not know the key concepts of the food chain nor do they habitually consume organic and km0 products. A further critical aspect is the poor perception of the environmental impact of food choices, with only 30% of young people directly recognising the link between food and climate change. These results show how much a targeted educational intervention is needed, capable of providing clear information and practical tools to promote greater awareness and a transformation of young people's eating habits. An Erasmus+ youth exchange is a concrete and effective response to these issues, as through the learning by doing method, it enables participants not only to acquire theoretical knowledge, but also to apply it concretely through experiential, everyday activities. The project will not only help young people understand the dynamics of food sustainability, but also provide them with practical skills on promoting local and organic food, the importance of short supply chains and reducing the environmental impact of food production and consumption. Furthermore, through the intercultural dimension of the exchange, participants will have the opportunity to engage with different realities, broadening their vision on these issues and strengthening their commitment to promoting more sustainable practices also in their own communities. The initiative will raise awareness not only among direct participants, but also among a broader public, through dissemination and active involvement activities, thus helping to build a new generation of citizens more aware and responsible about their food choices and their impact on the environment. The objectives of the project are: - Raise awareness among young people about the importance of food sustainability and the role of food choices in tackling climate change. - Encourage the adoption of more sustainable food practices, such as buying organic and km0 food, reducing waste and improving knowledge of the food chain. - Create an international network of young people committed to promoting sustainable food. - Stimulate collaboration between young people and organisations from different cultures and countries to foster the exchange of ideas and innovation in the field of sustainable food.