Participate

Who can join

We are looking for young people who are: 

• between 15 to 17 years old
• live in or near Florence
  
• motivated to make a difference
• from different cultural backgrounds and speak different languages
• open to meeting new people and sharing your thoughts and experiences

What you’ll do: 

• Meet new people: Connect with youth from different cultures and backgrounds.
• Work with researchers: Explore real problems, find solutions, and advocate for change on the issues that matter to you.
• Shape your community: Be part of activities and projects that create a real impact where you live.
• Learn new skills: Develop hard and soft skills that are among the most requested in the job market.
• Get support: Meet researchers from all around the world who will coach and support you as you learn new skills.

Where

 We’ll meet at the European University Institute’s campus. 

Why Join U-Lead

• Boost your resume: You’ll gain skills in  
  • Problem-solving 
  • Interviewing 
  • Data collection 
  • Critical thinking 
  • Leadership  
  • Teamwork and networking 
  • Communication and public speaking 
• Gadgets: Get cool U-Lead-branded gear like t-shirts, bags, and notebooks.
  
• Official certificate: Earn a Certificate of Participation from the university to show off your achievements.

The Autumn Programme is running for twelve consecutive weeks starting on 9th of October 2025, with sessions held one afternoon per week in Florence. Sessions are scheduled for Thursdays at 15:30 to 19:30

If you want to receive future updates about the programme, please email migration@eui.eu expressing your interest.