Verify that you meet all criteria, including age (18-29 by the date of application), nationality (UfM Member States), availability, valid travel document, proficiency in English (minimum B2 level), not being staff of governmental or international organisations, not having participated in the Med Youth Lab 2024 or Mediterranean Youth Academy 2023, and having a keen interest in the thematic clusters.

Participation in the UfM Med Youth Lab 2025 is for free and we welcome participants from all UfM Member States. We provide financial coverage (travel, accommodation, visa support and fees reimbursement) for 45 participants, nationals of the following countries: Albania, Algeria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Mauritania, Montenegro, Morocco, North Macedonia, Palestine, Tunisia, and Türkiye.

Thoroughly review the Application Guidelines document to understand the application process and evaluation criteria and to get more insights on the three thematic clusters: youth and climate adaptation, youth from education to work, and youth and peacebuilding.

Gather all necessary attachments, such as passport copy and a video highlighting your motivation to join and your learning expectation (3 minutes max.).

Complete and submit the online Application Form promptly. The deadline is Sunday, 8 June 2025, 23:59 CEST. Due to the high volume of applications, only the first 300 eligible applications will be reviewed in full.

Applications will be automatically rejected if: incomplete or submitted late, not meeting eligibility criteria, already attended Med Youth Lab 2024 or Mediterranean Youth Academy 2023, or the content is not original (i.e., made with AI). 

The meaningful engagement of young people in creating and carrying out solutions to address the impacts of climate change.

This includes shaping innovative policies, leading community-based initiatives, promoting climate education, and developing creative responses. As one of the most affected groups, youth play a vital role in advancing sustainability through civic engagement, entrepreneurship, technology, and local action. Their participation strengthens long-term resilience by bringing fresh ideas, fostering intergenerational dialogue, and embedding climate justice into adaptation strategies. 

The crucial period when young people move from formal schooling into the world of employment.

This phase involves not only gaining academic and vocational qualifications but also building personal and professional skills needed to enter, adapt to, and grow within the workforce. Activities like internships, training programmes, and real-world work experience help bridge this gap. However, many face obstacles such as skills mismatches, long-term unemployment, and unequal access to opportunities. To ease this transition, it is vital to offer comprehensive support—including career guidance, mentorship, and accessible advice. 

The role of young people in creating and sustaining peace by tackling the underlying drivers of conflict.

This includes promoting inclusion, equity, and social cohesion through dialogue, advocacy, education (both formal and informal), and community-based initiatives. Youth are key actors in preventing violence, healing divisions, and driving reconciliation at all levels. Their contributions—ranging from policy engagement to humanitarian action—bring fresh perspectives and practical, youth-centered solutions to peace processes.