GreenLink
Connecting Europe through its youth — building active citizenship with those furthest from it, rooted in ecological transition, inclusion, and human rights.
Cities & Associations
Bâtir une citoyenneté active
GreenLink aims to strengthen citizen participation, volunteering and democratic engagement in Europe by connecting local communities, civil society organisations and young citizens around common priorities such as ecological transition, social inclusion and human rights.
The project promotes volunteering as an essential lever for solidarity and sustainability, by building a European network of cities and associations committed to inclusive and participatory local action.
GreenLink is not just a project for young people — it is built with them. Our mission is to transform civic engagement into a concrete reality for young Europeans, particularly JAMOs and marginalised communities.
We believe that European cohesion depends on the direct involvement of citizens on the ground — using mobilising themes such as environment, minority rights, and culture to create a bridge to sustainable democratic participation.
Key objectives
Placing young people with fewer opportunities — at least 50% of our beneficiaries — at the very heart of every action we take.
Going beyond the one-off event through structured 6-month volunteering missions that create lasting impact for communities and volunteers alike.
Forging a strong network between municipalities and civil society across Europe, from France and Italy to Cyprus, Latvia, Hungary and beyond.
Peer-to-peer in action
We use high-visibility events to promote European values through youth-led action. Our volunteers co-create experiences rooted in the real needs of their territories.
Workshops on peace and human rights, bringing together young Europeans through sport, dialogue, and civic reflection during one of the world’s most watched events.
Creation of Citizens’ Assemblies for the Climate — youth voices amplified on the global cultural stage, driving conversation and commitment to action.
From Cyprus to Latvia, from Malta to Germany — volunteers embedded in local festivals co-create events that reflect and serve the unique needs of each territory.
Local + European, side by side
Every mission pairs a local volunteer with a European peer — fostering intercultural dialogue, mutual learning, and a strengthened sense of European identity.
Up to 30 for young people with disabilities
Local + European volunteer
European Civic Service
The European Civic Service (SCE) was created in response to the persistent exclusion of young people and unequal access to mobility opportunities. Many young people — especially those with fewer opportunities — face structural barriers to international experience, skills development, and civic participation.
The SCE fills this gap by combining long-term civic engagement with structured European mobility within an inclusive, supported framework. Its tandem model pairs local volunteers with European volunteers to foster peer learning, intercultural dialogue, and mutual support.
GreenLink contributes to skills development, professional integration, social inclusion, active citizenship, and a strengthened sense of European belonging — while serving local communities through hands-on civic projects.
Apply to GreenLink
Open to young people aged 18–30 from across Europe. Complete the form below to apply as a volunteer participant in the GreenLink project.
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