Intergenerational dialogue – YOUthDIG Messages 2026
26 May 2026 | 16:45 - 17:30 CEST | Alcide De Gasperi
Consolidated programme 2026
The increasing demand for young people to be recognised as stakeholders requires empowering youth in Internet Governance. This involves integrating younger topics, concerns, and perspectives that were previously underrepresented in such settings. To facilitate this inclusivity, a series of Intergenerational Dialogues brings together senior EuroDIG attendees, along with current YOUthDIG participants, providing an open and comprehensive platform to present youths' impressions on Internet Governance and discuss the Youth Messages.
Session description
This dialogue aims to bridge the gap between generations, fostering mutual understanding and collaborative efforts. During the session, youth participants (18-30 years of age) will reflect on the day's agenda and present the Youth Messages they have developed in the days leading up to EuroDIG. Senior experts in Internet-related policymaking and diplomacy will engage in a debate about these messages and provide their comments.
Format
During the first 15 minutes of the Intergenerational Dialogue, the YOUthDIG Organising Team will present the activities of YOUthDIG. During the following 30 minutes, members of the YOUthDIG cohort will engage in discussion with senior policymakers about their vision for the future of the Internet through the YOUthDIG agenda.
Further reading
People
Focal Point
- Nadia Tjahja, YOUthDIG Coordinator
Key Participants
First section
- Sabaeta Zeneli, Albania, YOUthDIG 2025
- Somaya Louhmadi, Luxembourg, YOUthDIG 2025
- Stephanie Teeuwen, The Netherlands, YOUthDIG 2021
Second section
- TBC, YOUthDIG 2026
- TBC, YOUthDIG 2026
- Fabrizia Benini, Head of the Future Internet Unit, DG Communications Networks, Content and Technology (DG CNECT)
- Sophie Kwasny, Head of Education, Training and Cooperation Division at Youth Department at Council of Europe
Moderator
- Frances Douglas-Thomson, EuroDIG Programme Committee, YOUthDIG 2025