The Mediterranean Youth in Action (MYA) Programme of the Anna Lindh Foundation (ALF) embodies a dynamic approach toward fostering positive change in the Euro-Mediterranean region. Grounded in gaining experience and learning through action, MYA empowers young pioneers to become catalysts for transformation and advocates for societal progress. With a steadfast commitment to peer sharing and learning, MYA cultivates a vibrant community where young leaders collaborate, exchange ideas, and harness their collective potential.
Embracing a Euro-Med vision, the programme bridges cultural divides and promotes dialogue, understanding, and cooperation across borders. Through initiatives aimed at empowering young people to shape public policy and promote active citizenship, MYA positions youth as the true agents of change, envisioning a future where they play pivotal roles in shaping the societal landscape of the Mediterranean region.
Social media content creators and storytellers shape opinions, trends, and behaviors everyday through what they post and who they reach. Their platforms can also open space for positive dialogue and raise awareness on issues that matter to Euro-Mediterranean audiences.
Recognising this role, the ALF is launching the second cycle of “Shaping Transformative Narratives,” under the Mediterranean MYA Programme. This call is designed to support young creators to use their platforms to shape inclusive narratives, challenge stereotypes, and strengthen mutual understanding across both shores of the Mediterranean.
Social media content creators and storytellers of age between 18 and 35, who have the nationality of one of the 43 countries of the Euro-Med Partnership could apply independently or through affiliation with a youth-led or youth-oriented organisation in the Euro-Mediterranean region that has a strong social media presence and actively uses storytelling and content creation to drive positive social impact.
Submit your online application via the available online form only before 31/01/2026 23.59 Central European Time, CET
Ensure alignment with the criteria, demonstrating your commitment to driving positive change in your local community. In your application, you will need to craft a concise initiative outline, limited to 500 words, focusing on local transformative initiatives that address community needs and promote inclusion.
Only complete applications, meeting the criteria and submitted before the deadline will be considered.
Please note: that it is not possible to save the application as a draft or to make any changes after submitting it. By the set deadline, only the most recently submitted version of the application will be considered. The same applicant cannot submit more than one proposal under this call.
Due to the expected high volume of applications, only pre-screened candidates will be contacted.
There will be an info session scheduled for live questions and answers. In case you miss that or have any further questions or face any technical problems, please write to us at: mya.transformativeyouth@alfsecretariat.org
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