From July 29 to 31, 2025, the Carpathian Civil Society Platform hosted Summer Camp 2025 – Active Youth Involvement in the beautiful city of Eger (Hungary). This three-day international event gathered youth leaders, civil society representatives, and experts from across the Carpathian region to collaborate, learn, and shape the future of regional cooperation.
🔹 July 29 The event began with an opening dinner, fostering intergenerational dialogue and informal networking between young participants and experienced civil society actors.
🔹 July 30 – Main Conference Day Focused on active youth participation, this day featured:
- Interactive workshops and networking sessions
- Presentations by youth organizations and cross-border initiatives
- An online keynote speech by Nicolae Ștefănuță, Vice-President of the European Parliament
- The Carpathian Civil Innovation Award Ceremony, recognizing impactful initiatives in the region
- Information sessions on funding opportunities, including the International Visegrad Fund and the Carpathian Foundation’s upcoming Mini-Grant Program
The day was marked by lively discussions, inspiring ideas, and a strong sense of regional solidarity.
🔹 July 31 – Looking to the Future The final day opened with a roundtable on the Youth Bank model, featuring examples from Slovakia, Hungary, and Romania, and practical strategies for implementation. This was followed by a panel on the state of civil society in Hungary, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, and Ukraine, addressing shared challenges and opportunities. The conference closed with a plenary session on the future of the Carpathian Civil Society Platform, including its structure, opportunities for involvement, and promotion of the Carpathian Regional Leadership Academy (CARLA).
The event concluded with a shared commitment to regional cooperation, youth empowerment, and sustainable support for civil society across the Carpathian region.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all participants, speakers, and partners. Stay tuned for more updates and upcoming initiatives!