Youth
Young people are powerful agents of innovation, social change, and democratic renewal. At Radar Europe, we place youth at the centre of our work— amplifying their voices, supporting their participation in public life, and strengthening youth-led initiatives that promote inclusion, equity, and social justice. We believe that growing up in a safe, supportive, and dynamic environment is essential for young people to realise their full potential.
Prevention of Youth Radicalisation
Youth radicalisation goes often hand in hand with marginalisation because of a lack of meaningful education and job opportunities, a feeling of belonging and safe spaces. It is often fueled by online manipulation and exposure to hate narratives, identity crises and political, religious and ideological polarisation.
Across Europe and its neighbouring regions, we have witnessed a worrying rise in hate speech, xenophobia and extremist propaganda. Migrants, refugees and minority groups are increasingly targeted, and online platforms are being used to spread disinformation and recruit vulnerable individuals — often young people.
At Radar Europe, we believe that youth themselves are the solution for preventing youth radicalisation. We are committed to ensuring that children and youth can grow up in a safe environment. With experience across the EU, Radar Europe brings expertise in youth empowerment and community resilience. We work to make sure that young people are seen, heard, and supported.
Radar led the European Commission’s Radicalisation Awareness Network (RAN) for over a decade and is a key member of the EU Knowledge Hub on Prevention of Radicalisation. Our cross-sectoral approach to preventing radicalisation begins with empowering young people to lead, question, connect, and create alternatives. It is grounded in human rights, democratic values, and psychosocial support.
We work on:
Strengthening critical thinking and digital literacy to counter extremist narratives
Promoting peer-led education, formal and non-formal education in safe, inclusive environments
Supporting mental health and family resilience as protective factors
Facilitating intercultural education and human rights learning
Providing positive role models and opportunities for meaningful youth engagement
Equipping frontline workers with skills to detect and prevent youth radicalisation
Skills and Education
Today’s youth face multiple transitions and challenges— between education and work, digital and physical realities, environmental and societal shifts. With young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and marginalised communities at greatest risk of being left behind, disparities in access to skills education and decent work are growing. Bridging the gap requires innovative, inclusive, and cross-sectoral approaches
Education, skills development and lifelong learning are central to our ability to navigate the rapidly changing world. It is our – professionals, policymakers and educators – job to ensure that young people have the needed competencies to thrive in the digital and green transitions.
At Radar Europe, we see education and skills development as a pathway to support generations of youth that will leave a mark for a better future. Our work is grounded in an all-encompassing understanding of youth development—one that fosters critical thinking, social responsibility, environmental values and adaptability.
We build inclusive, learner-centred environments where all youth can grow, contribute, and lead. Radar Europe supports institutions, educators and community actors in reimagining education and skills-building through:
Training development and programme design.
Youth engagement and co-creation: we involve young people directly in designing and implementing learning pathways that reflect their realities and aspirations.
Capacity building for educators and stakeholders: we develop training and toolkits on participatory methods, inclusive pedagogy, and the integration of digital and green skills.
Research: we carry out research on current trends and evolving needs, ensuring that they reflect the opinions and experiences of young persons and labour market demands.
Radar Europe bridges the gaps between education and empowerment. By investing in young people’s skills, we support them growing up shaping a more just and sustainable Europe.
