About GE Generation Europe Foundation’s creation in 1995 was based on a simple observation; that the young represent tomorrow's decision-makers who will live, work, consume and contribute to the economic and political fiber of the world in the years to come.
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Surveys reveal that young people have little understanding of their rights and responsibilities as citizens in a changing world. Furthermore, those concerned (public and private sectors) often find it difficult to reach an adolescent target audience and to engage them in interactive dialogue. Generation Europe Foundation has developed a unique skill set and network of partners throughout Europe able to respond to this challenge; the comprehensive non-propaganda information campaigns and surveys to pupils and teachers via the Europa Diary is currently used by over 3.3 million young in 28 countries.
The private sector is particularly interested in communicating with 19-29 year olds. We collect young people’s views through surveys, opinion polls, discussion forums and workshops on issues ranging from the future of work/life balance and employment to environment, political apathy, the role of business in society, lifestyle and virtually any subject of interest.
This two-way communication platform gives young Europeans the opportunity to discuss and promote their opinions with public and corporate policy makers. Over 6,000 registered active members of the GE Online Community interact with each other and with policy makers. It’s free to join and young people get the opportunity to voice their opinions to relevant stakeholders. Generation Europe Foundation is represented by GE national ambassadors in several countries, helping us reach young people locally as well as keeping our community updated on the various relevant national debates.
GE Vision and Mission
We aspire to be the trusted leader reaching tomorrow's decision-makers.
We are committed to help young Europeans shape their future and to facilitate mutual understanding among policy makers, decision-makers and tomorrow’s leaders.
We have no political axe to grind.
GE Values
Excellency
We deploy the very best of our talent, knowledge, experience, creativity and imagination to exceed expectations.
Transparency
We engage in open, honest and non-partisan communication.
Innovation
We anticipate needs and create value for our stakeholders: community, institutions, businesses, society, employees and shareholders.