YOUR GATEWAY TO CONNECT YOUTH
Building Bridges, Creating Change!
Whether you’re a young person looking to make meaningful connections or a youth worker dedicated to empowering the next generation, Youth Match Point is your next step to impactful collaboration and growth.
WHY ARE YOU HERE?
Select your path
I'm a Young Person
Ready to connect, create, and change? Discover mentors, projects, and friends who share your passions. Your journey to making an impact starts here!
I'm a Youth Worker
Passionate about empowering the next generation? Join a dynamic network of mentors and make a lasting difference in young lives. Let’s inspire together!
I'm interested
Curious about how Youth Match Point transforms communities? Explore the platform, discover opportunities, and support meaningful connections across Europe!
INVITE YOUR FRIENDS
Get involved
Ready to take the next step? Join Youth Match Point today and become part of a vibrant community dedicated to making a positive impact. Together, we can navigate the maze of information, find our paths, and create meaningful change. Follow us on social media to stay updated and join the conversation!
TOGETHER
"Small acts, big impacts!"
Create meaningful connections by fostering kindness and support. Together, we can build a stronger, more inclusive community.
INSPIRE
"Dream it. Create it."
Unleash your creativity and turn ideas into action. Collaborate on innovative projects that inspire change.
EMPATHY
"Feel the connection!"
Experience the power of empathy. Join a platform where understanding and mutual respect lead to impactful relationships.
FORWARD THINKING
"Shape the future!"
Be part of groundbreaking initiatives that drive progress and innovation across communities and beyond.
Higher Incubator Giving Growth and Sustainability (HIGGS) – Greece (lead partner)
HIGGS is a Greek non-profit organization dedicated to empowering civil society organizations (CSOs) through educational and supportive programs. It offers capacity-building initiatives tailored to small and medium-sized CSOs, including:
Accelerator: Training and consultancy for NPOs operating for over two years.
Incubator: Support for newly established or rebooting CSOs, including green and social entrepreneurship initiatives.
Recharge: Strategic guidance for CSOs operating for over five years to adapt to changing environments.
Since its inception, HIGGS has supported 204 CSOs across Greece, helping them secure over €10M in funding and create more than 771 jobs. HIGGS also offers external evaluation services, conducts research, and fosters collaboration within the Greek CSO ecosystem.
The Future Now Association (TFN) - Bulgaria
The Future Now Association (TFN) is a Bulgarian youth NGO dedicated to empowering young people and advocating for their interests. TFN focuses on personal development, entrepreneurship, mental health, gender equality, and social justice through volunteering, community engagement, and innovative initiatives.
Key activities include:
- Supporting youth projects and fostering entrepreneurship.
- Promoting mental well-being and effective communication.
- Advancing gender equality and inclusion.
- Equipping young experts to tackle global challenges via research and training.
TFN’s team combines expertise in non-formal education, gamification, and multimedia content creation, delivering sustainable solutions that leave a lasting impact on youth and communities.
Yasar University - Turkey
Yasar University, founded in 2001, is a leading higher education institution in Turkey, offering over 60 degree programs across 10 faculties, 4 schools, and a graduate school. With more than 10,000 students and 500 academic staff, it provides English-medium instruction for most programs and collaborates extensively with civil society, industry, and international partners.
Highlights include:
- Active participation in over 135 EU-funded projects since 2005, with ongoing involvement in Erasmus+ and Horizon Europe programs focusing on innovation, sustainability, digital youth work, and more.
- Recognized as a “Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence” in 2022 for advancing EU-Turkey diversity studies.
- Leadership in cutting-edge research areas such as energy efficiency, circular economy, and virtual reality.
Yasar University is committed to fostering global partnerships, advancing EU studies, and addressing societal challenges through education and research.
Xeracion - Spain
Xeración is a nonprofit organization based in northwest Spain, dedicated to empowering youth and promoting sustainable development through local and international initiatives. Its key objectives include:
- Supporting youth mobility across Europe and beyond, especially for those with fewer opportunities.
- Expanding social cooperation, volunteering, and intercultural dialogue.
- Promoting active citizenship, social entrepreneurship, and critical thinking.
- Advancing values of tolerance, solidarity, and social justice.
- Encouraging healthy lifestyles, ecological living, and environmental protection.
Xeración organizes seminars, training courses, mobility projects, and volunteer opportunities, fostering partnerships with organizations and public bodies worldwide. Committed to “Education for Sustainable Development,” the organization also supports others in improving their project quality.
TDM 2000 International – Italy
TDM 2000 International, founded in 2008, is an independent organization uniting 22 youth NGOs across 18 countries to foster cooperation and empower European youth. Its mission is to support young people in becoming active community members, fostering creativity, innovation, and employable skills.
Key activities include:
- Promoting youth participation in decision-making by connecting them with policymakers, media, and stakeholders.
- Implementing projects in areas such as social inclusion, climate change, entrepreneurship, and citizenship using non-formal education and innovative methodologies.
- Driving environmental sustainability, social inclusion, and digital transformation across all initiatives.
As an active participant in Erasmus+ and other EU programs, TDM 2000 International empowers youth and adults, improving their skills, knowledge, and values through experiential learning and long-term sustainable impact.
Central Transdanubian Regional Innovation Agency (CTRIA) - Hungary
CTRIA is a regional innovation agency and a member of a nationwide network established by the government, collaborating with public and private partners to drive regional development. Through partnerships with innovators, universities, businesses, and communities, CTRIA delivers services, training, and project management in areas like innovation, youth development, sustainable tourism, and digitalization.
Key areas of expertise:
- Innovation and digital innovation management
- Youth awareness, social inclusion, and skill development
- Entrepreneurship and tourism digitalization support
- Community engagement and public participation
CTRIA’s notable initiatives include EU-funded projects like Innoschool (youth social entrepreneurship), FACT (youth policy awareness), and Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs, along with regional efforts like teenprove4.0. Accredited as an adult education provider, CTRIA brings extensive experience in training, network building, and managing international projects for special interest groups, especially youth.
ABOUT US
Who we are
Youth Match Point is a collaborative project funded by the European Union and coordinated by six dynamic organizations across Europe. Our mission is to empower and connect youth and youth workers, fostering a supportive community that drives social change:
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