A youth-led programme in Florence to bring migrants and locals together

This initiative by the European University Institute (EUI) and UNICEF Office for Europe and Central Asia connects unaccompanied minors, young adults, Italian high-school students and members of academia to build leadership, empathy and civic participation.

With over 17,000 unaccompanied and Separated Children (in italian MSNA) currently in Italy, there is an opportunity to create pathways for their inclusion.

U-Lead was created through the close collaboration of over 50 stakeholders—from reception centres and NGOs to local government in Florence—united by a shared commitment to empower young people and build stronger, active communities.

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17,000 reasons to act

In a glimpse

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Meet new people. Learn new skills. Shape your community.

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Here's how the first edition went

The pilot edition of the programme run for a whole week at the Robert Schuman Centre's Villa Schifanoia.

“U-LEAD was shaped through months of consultations with more than 50 local stakeholders. This grounding ensures the programme is locally relevant while also pointing towards European solutions.”

Andrew Geddes

Professor of Migration Studies and Director of the Migration Policy Centre

The Autumn Programme

A space where young people can meet, engage, and develop mutual understanding through collaboration
A tangible opportunities to develop academic and transversal skills and advocacy
The setting to build young people’s confidence to protect and promote their rights and those of their communities.

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U-Lead programme

A youth-led programme in Florence to bring migrants and locals together

In a glimpse

Be part of U-Lead!

Volunteer

Here's how the first edition went

Partners and Steering Committee

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