The identity of the Baltic Sea Region is shaped by people - especially the younger generation, which is becoming increasingly engaged in cross-border cooperation. 🤝🏻
Within the Council of the Baltic Sea States, young people actively contribute to cooperation aimed at strengthening a shared regional identity. Their experiences, ideas and engagement help policymakers develop responses to the challenges facing the region. They also formulate recommendations presented to Foreign Ministers during Ministerial Sessions.
Young people are helping shape the future of the region through initiatives such as the Baltic Sea Region Youth Forum, Baltic Sea Youth Dialogue, Youth Hackathons, youth working groups and the Baltic Sea Youth Camp. ⤵️
💡 Within the CBSS, the voices of young people play an important role in discussions on security, culture, societal resilience, media and the future of the Baltic Sea Region.
This engagement ensures that regional cooperation goes beyond institutions and politics. It becomes a shared experience that strengthens the sense of belonging, responsibility and cooperation across borders.