Mission
To represent and protect the civil, political, social and economic rights of Ukrainian youth and expand opportunities for active participation.
About NYCU
National Youth Council of Ukraine
A platform of youth organisations that represents young people, strengthens democratic participation and unites Ukraine’s youth sector.
NYCU in numbers
149
organisations in the directory
2000+
young people in the community
14
regional branches
14
regions represented in the network
Who we are
A common voice for youth organisations in Ukraine
NYCU unites democratic youth organisations and represents their shared interests nationally and internationally.
The Council develops youth policy, supports member organisations, protects youth rights and creates opportunities for young people to take part in decision-making.
Official profile
NYCU at a glance
- Full name
- Public Union “National Youth Council of Ukraine”
- Short name
- NYCU
- Established
- 2015
- Legal form
- Public union
- Representation
- Represents youth organisations and the interests of young people in Ukraine.
- International status
- A full member of the European Youth Forum and the National Coordinator of Eurodesk in Ukraine.
Mission and vision
Why NYCU exists
Vision
Young people are an integral part of society and equally shape civic and political life in Ukraine and globally.
Main goal
To consolidate and develop democratic youth organisations in Ukraine and represent youth interests at every level.
History
Key milestones
01
2015
NYCU established
Leading national and international youth organisations united to consolidate the democratic youth movement.
02
2016
European Youth Forum
NYCU gained international recognition and joined the European Youth Forum.
03
2018
Eurodesk Ukraine
NYCU became the National Coordinator of Eurodesk in Ukraine.
04
2021
Full membership
NYCU obtained full membership of the European Youth Forum.
05
Сьогодні
Work amid war
The Council continues to represent young people, support organisations and develop the youth sector.
Documents and knowledge
Current NYCU resources
Strategies, reports, decisions, research and practical resources for the youth sector.
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Learn more about the Council
Member organisations, governing bodies, documents, partners and contacts are available in dedicated sections.
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Member organisations
The organisations that form NYCU.
↗ 02 Governing bodiesCurrent Council, Secretariat and commission members.
↗ 03 DocumentsStatute, reports, decisions, plans and policies.
↗ 04 PartnersOrganisations and institutions working with NYCU.
↗ 05 ContactsOfficial channels and contact form.
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