Calling all changemakers!
Are you ready to vote in the next European elections?
If you still have doubts about how to vote or why, Gen Z Votes has you covered!
WHY SHOULD I VOTE?
Voting is always important: It is the best opportunity to have your say on topics you care about, because voting is the essence of democracy, where we decide together what needs to change.
Use your vote to get the European Union to focus on the issues important to you. Today, every important national and international topic has a European angle. Your vote influences how the European Union takes on these challenges.
Use your vote to decide which Members of the European Parliament will represent you! Their decisions will shape your daily life.
Use your vote to stand up for democracy! Democracy is not a given. If we don’t vote, we don’t get to choose our leaders, and the decisions they make won’t represent our views. The more of us who vote, the stronger democracy becomes.
What's the role of a Member of the European Parliament?
The Members of the European Parliament are there to represent you!
They approve laws that affect the lives of all citizens living under the European Union. They are organized not by countries but by political groups, and they are elected every 5 years by all EU citizens.
Do you want to learn more?
HOW CAN I VOTE?
Is this your first time voting in the European elections?
If it is, don't be intimidated! Watch the video tutorials other young people like you have created and get ready to have your voice heard in Europe without moving from your country.
Click on your country's name and learn everything you need to know in less than 1 minute!
WILL YOU BE VOTING FROM ABROAD?
Voting can pose a unique challenge for young people living outside their country of origin: Navigating the different voting procedures of each EU country while dealing with the daily realities of life abroad can lead many young people to forgo voting altogether.
Is this your situation? Don't sweat it!
Discover Voting From Abroad, a tool developed by the Erasmus Student Network that will teach you the best way to get your voice heard without having to take a plane!
HOW? It's easy!
Just click on your host country and discover the options available to you.
This tool was developed thanks to the support of the European Parliament within the EU co-funded project - "Erasmus Generation in Action’’ led by the Erasmus Student Network.
BE THE PROTAGONIST!
Be part of the generation of changemakers that is making a difference in Europe!
Young people have a say in democracy as much as everyone else, so... let's spread the word! You have the power to make a difference in your friend group, your community, and yes, even the world.
There are hundreds of ways to make a stand, here are some ideas...
Discover the amazing videos produced by Gen Z students hailing from all across Europe!
Meant to inspire, educate, and encourage young people to vote in the EU elections, Gen Z Votes is making a change one view at a time. Share the project with your friends and family and let yourself be captivated by these short reels covering topics such as youth activism, civic participation, EU history, and much more!
Are you looking for a platform for like-minded young people organizing international events across Europe? Look no further and join together.eu!
Thanks to together.eu you can join all sort of free events in Europe; just search for those close to you or join the multiple online events available to all young people. You can even propose your own ideas and plans and create your own community!
With the elections approaching, you can find more events than ever on this topic. You can even set a reminder to vote on the elections day in your country. Tell your friends and get going!
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Distribute the European Parliament's official materials!
Check the European Parliament's official resources by downloading the guides below!
You will have access to posters, social media posts, videos, banners, and much more. Print them, distribute them, or use them to educate other people.
Running out of ideas on how to engage your network? With these guides, you also have educational resources such as didactic websites, games, and quizzes at your disposal, all free to use!
