The Africa-Europe Foundation (AEF) is launching a special €5,000 Grant Youth Awards Scheme and invites youth-led organizations across Africa and Europe that showcase, amplify, and bring visibility to the contributions of young people in shaping the Africa-Europe partnership in the lead-up to the 7th AU-EU Summit in Angola (November 2025).
This call for youth-led initiatives, anchored within the AEF #RoadtoLuanda25 campaign, provides micro-grants to amplify young changemakers’ contributions to the Africa-Europe partnership.
#RoadtoLuanda25 is a cross-continental initiative led by the Africa-Europe Foundation, bringing fresh thinking, bold ideas, and diverse voices to the heart of the Africa-Europe partnership.
Africa-Europe Foundation (AEF) Youth Awards Scheme 2025
The Africa-Europe Youth Awards Scheme 2025 is an initiative by the Africa-Europe Foundation, launched under the #RoadToLuanda25 campaign, aiming to recognize, support, and amplify youth-led efforts driving meaningful cooperation between Africa and Europe. Here’s what you need to know:
Eligibility Criteria
- Youth-led organizations or platforms formally registered in African Union (AU) or European Union (EU) member states
- Initiatives must be youth-driven, showcasing impact in Africa-Europe relations locally, nationally, or across continents
- Both ongoing and new initiatives are eligible if aligned with the Africa-Europe Foundation’s values and priorities
Benefits
- Recognition: Featured in Africa-Europe Foundation communications, events, and media outreach as a leading youth initiative contributing to international cooperation and development
- Financial Support: Grant of €5,000 to support your initiative, plus tailored capacity-building and mentoring
- Visibility and Influence: Showcase your work as part of the #RoadToLuanda25 journey, engaging with policymakers, experts, and fellow youth leaders
- Special Award: €10,000 Special Visibility Award for high-impact initiatives contributing to cooperation, communication, and innovation
Application Timeline
- Deadline: September 1, 2025 (17:00 Brussels Time | 18:00 Addis Ababa Time)
- Main Award Implementation Period: September 15 – October 31, 2025
- Announcement of Winners: October 2025
- Featured Recognition at Luanda Summit: November 2025
Thematic Priorities
- Climate and environment
- Education and innovation
- Gender equality and inclusion
- Peacebuilding and civic engagement
- Digital transformation and entrepreneurship
How to Apply for Africa-Europe Foundation Youth Awards Scheme
Applicants are invited to submit their proposals and upload all necessary documentation no later than 1st September 2025 (17:00 Brussels, 18:00 Addis Ababa).
Required Documents
To apply, applicants are required to submit the online application form including:
- Organisation profile and contact info (legal and fiscal registration)
- A 500-word concept note (objective, format, target audience)
- A 200-word impact plan (reach, methods, visibility)
- A budget summary (use of funds, any co-financing)
- Proof of legal and fiscal registration (mandatory).
- Proof of Bank ownership certificate.
Applications must be written in English.
A single application is permitted per organisation.
To apply, visit the Africa-Europe Foundation’s website and fill out this online application form, uploading necessary documents before the deadline.
Further details on the guidelines and selection process can be found here. or visit https://www.africaeuropefoundation.org/areas-of-action/apply-now:-africa-europe-youth-awards-scheme-for-making-cooperation-visible/