KEY-YOU aims to strengthen civic participation and equality among youth (18–30), with a strong focus on NEETs and those with fewer opportunities. Developing an innovative civic-education escape room framework and integrating playful, inclusive methodologies, KEY-YOU will equip young people with knowledge of rights, EU and local decision-making processes & practical pathways. It will provide youth workers with adaptable, evidence-based tools foster competence, inclusivity & sustained engagement.