The topics of the Youth Call reflect what young people across the Northern Periphery and Arctic region have said matters most to them. They are designed to match real needs and interests across these remote and diverse areas. The themes are broad and flexible. This means they can support many kinds of ideas and project approaches, as long as they are relevant to young people and the challenges they face.
Resilient communities
This theme is about helping communities become stronger. It focuses on how people can prepare for and respond to challenges such as climate change, natural disasters, and social or economic pressures.
Projects help people learn new skills, work together, and adapt so their communities can recover and keep developing.
Natural and cultural heritage
This theme is about protecting nature and culture in the NPA region. It includes actions that support biodiversity, climate resilience, and more sustainable ways of living. It also covers local traditions, history, and cultural identity.
It supports projects that promote environmental action, conservation, and sustainable living.
Mental health & wellbeing
This theme supports better mental health and wellbeing for young people. Projects focus on prevention and positive activities that help young people live healthier, more balanced lives.
The aim is to support both mental and emotional wellbeing in everyday life.
Youth skills & entrepreneurship
This theme is about helping young people build skills for the future. It supports learning that prepares young people for jobs or starting their own projects or businesses.
It also helps address youth unemployment and supports young people to take part in working life and their communities.
Community development
This theme gives young people a stronger voice in their communities. It supports their involvement in local and regional planning and decision-making. Projects can also bring new ideas and digital tools into public services.
The goal is to make communities more open, inclusive, and active.
Peer learning & Mentoring
This theme is about young people learning from each other. It supports sharing skills and experiences with peers both locally and across borders. With mentoring and support, young people can learn, grow, and help each other.
Projects can focus on issues that young people themselves find important.