On May 22-23, the exciting and inspiring event “My Europe Point” took place in Tammsaare Park, Tallinn, bringing together young people and candidates running for the European Parliament from Estonia. This two-day event provided a unique opportunity for direct interaction and discussion, focusing on the question of why young people should go out and vote.
Several European Parliament candidates attended the event, ready to answer young people’s questions and discuss various topics that concern them. The candidates emphasized the importance of elections and shared their visions and goals for shaping Europe’s future. It was an excellent opportunity for young people to better understand what each candidate represents and what changes they aim to implement in the European Parliament. The candidates spoke about their personal experiences, visions, and reasons for entering politics, explaining how they plan to protect and represent the interests of young people.
One of the central goals of My Europe Point was to increase young people’s awareness and participation in politics. Young people could freely interact with the candidates and ask them questions about their interests and concerns. Discussion topics ranged from education and the labor market to the environment and digital innovation. This open dialogue helped young people better understand the importance of elections and inspired them to actively make their voices heard. Additionally, young people had the opportunity to participate in various workshops and discussions that addressed specific policy areas and provided practical knowledge on how to engage actively in politics.
In their responses, the candidates emphasized that the voice of young people is extremely important in shaping Europe’s future. Participation in elections gives young people the opportunity to influence decisions that affect their daily lives and future. It was also highlighted that young people are often a source of new ideas and innovation, making it essential that their voices are represented in the European Parliament. The candidates shared specific examples of how youth participation has led to positive changes and encouraged young people to be active citizens who are not afraid to express their opinions and initiate change.
“My Europe Point” was a successful event that helped create an important connection between young people and politicians. It showed that young people are interested in politics and ready to actively participate in shaping society. The knowledge and experiences gained during the event will undoubtedly inspire young people to go to the polls and use their voices to influence positive changes both in Estonia and across Europe. Post-event discussions and debates showed that young people are motivated and inspired, ready to contribute to a better future. The organizers and participants of the event hope that such events will become a tradition, contributing to greater youth engagement and participation in the democratic process.
