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EURYO is interested in collaborating with other research partners, as well as with civil society organisations and public authorities in their projects.

As a partner, EURYO is bringing you the opportunity to connect with a large network of experienced, talented researchers across 25 European countries.

A trusted European partner for research, innovation, and rural youth projects

At the European Rural Youth Observatory (EURYO), we work to ensure that rural young people are visible, understood, and central to Europe’s future. If you are preparing a proposal and looking for a reliable, research‑driven, policy‑oriented partner, EURYO is ready to join your consortium.

We collaborate in Erasmus+, Horizon Europe, Interreg, CERV, Creative Europe, and national or regional programmes, contributing with solid evidence, strong networks, and high‑quality outputs.

Who we are

EURYO is a European observatory dedicated to understanding and improving the lives of rural young people. Our work combines:

A large, multidisciplinary network of researchers across Europe
Practitioners and youth organisations active in rural territories
Policy expertise connecting local realities with European agendas
Communication and dissemination capacity to reach diverse audiences

Our mission is to generate robust knowledge, support evidence‑based policies, and strengthen youth participation in rural development.

Why choose EURYO as a partner?

1. A strong European research network

EURYO brings together experts in:

Rural development
Youth studies
Sociology and education
Economics and territorial cohesion
Public policy and governance

This network allows project consortia to integrate high‑quality research, cross‑country comparisons, and innovative methodologies.

2. Experience in European and international projects

EURYO has contributed to projects focused on:

Rural youth participation and empowerment
Mobility, inclusion, and the right to stay / right to move
Digitalisation and access to services in rural areas
Territorial inequalities and depopulation
Youth work and community development

Our roles typically include research design, fieldwork, evaluation, policy analysis, and dissemination.

3. Publications and tangible results

EURYO produces:

Policy briefs
Research reports
Comparative analyses
Accessible summaries for practitioners and young people
Communication materials for broad audiences

These outputs help consortia demonstrate impact, scientific quality, and policy relevance.

4. A bridge between research, policy, and practice

We ensure that project results:

Reach policymakers in clear, actionable formats
Are communicated effectively to rural youth and organisations
Contribute to European debates on rural development and youth inclusion

EURYO strengthens the visibility and influence of your project.

What EURYO can contribute to your proposal

As a research partner

State‑of‑the‑art reviews
Survey and interview design
Fieldwork in rural territories
Data analysis and comparative studies

As a policy partner

Policy briefs and recommendations
Stakeholder engagement
Policy dialogues and advocacy

As a dissemination partner

Communication strategy
Web content, newsletters, visual materials
Events, webinars, and public presentations

Programmes where EURYO is an excellent fit

We are ready to participate as a partner in:

Erasmus+ (Youth, KA2 Cooperation Partnerships, Capacity Building, Jean Monnet)
Horizon Europe (Clusters 2 & 6, Missions, R&I actions)
Interreg (cross‑border, transnational, interregional cooperation)
CERV (participation, inclusion, civic engagement)
Creative Europe (culture, media, youth‑led creative initiatives)
National and regional calls related to youth, rural development, innovation, or social inclusion