IDEA Youth Forum 2026
The IDEA Youth Forum 2026 will be held in Prague from July 6th to July 13th. This Erasmus+ Youth Exchange, is IDEA flagship event, where young people from across Europe come together to learn and collaborate on a societal and politcal topics. Registration is now open and is happening through our member organisations!
Event Itinerary:
This year’s Forum will offer participant-driven content. Workshops will be proposed and delivered by participants with assistance and guidance from IDEA.
- July 6th: Arrival
- July 7th: Workshop sessions
- July 8th: Workshop sessions
- July 9th-12th: Practical debate training
- July 13th: Departure
Accommodation:
As in the previous year, accommodation will be provided in multi-bed rooms with own bathrooms in university dormitory building: Hotel Krystal, José Martího 407/2, Prague 6.
Venue:
The programme takes place in the Grammar School, Nad Alejí 1952, Prague 6, which is close to the accommodation and easily accessible via public transport or on foot.
Meals:
All meals will be provided throughout the whole event. Breakfast will be served at the accommodation, lunch and dinner will be served at the school.
Travel:
The Forum is organised through Erasmus+ accreditation in the field of youth, meaning that travel costs will be covered in accordance with IDEA's travel policy.
Registration:
Registration is organised via IDEA members. If you are from an IDEA member country and would like to attend, please get in touch with your national organisation.
Delegation Options:
Delegations should consist of high-school debaters and adults who will act as adjudicators and workshop leads. Following the experience from previous years, we welcome debater-led workshops to promote peer learning. Debaters will prepare these sessions during the Forum. Each delegation must include at least one adult (aged 18+) ready to deliver a session.