The UfM Med Youth Lab is organised by the Union for the Mediterranean, with support from German Development Cooperation (GIZ) and in partnership with the University of Palermo.
The 2026 edition will combine virtual learning from October to December 2026 with in-person workshops taking place from 14 to 16 December 2026 in Palermo, Italy. The in-person programme will be held alongside the UfM Employment Forum and the UfM workshop From Degrees to Ventures.
Why You Should Apply
Benefit
Description
Full Sponsorship
Travel, visa & accommodation covered
Entrepreneurship Skills
Practical foundational skills
International Experience
Palermo, Italy
Networking
Connect with youth across region
Peer Learning
Learn from other participants
Programme Components
Stage
Details
Online Training
October – December 2026
In-Person Workshops
14-16 December 2026 (Palermo)
Follow-up Activities
2027
Skills Developed
Skill
Description
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Business thinking
Innovation
Creative problem-solving
Financial Literacy
Basic finance skills
Communication
Effective messaging
Problem-Solving
Analytical thinking
Employability
Job readiness
Project Development
Idea to action
Peer Learning
Collaborative growth
Training of Trainers Approach
A distinctive feature of the 2026 programme is its Training of Trainers approach. Participants will be supported to design a simple introductory awareness session on entrepreneurship that they can later share with peers at national or local level during 2027.
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria
Requirements
Age
18-29 years
Status
University students or recent graduates
Experience
No or limited entrepreneurship experience
Interest
Entrepreneurship & employability
Eligible Countries (Sponsorship)
Region
Countries
Europe
Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Türkiye
The UfM Med Youth Lab 2026 offers a unique opportunity for young people from the Euro-Mediterranean region to develop entrepreneurship and employability skills in an international setting. With full sponsorship and a Training of Trainers approach, participants gain skills they can share with their communities.
Best Opportunity For
Category
Suitable
University Students
Yes
Recent Graduates
Yes
Aspiring Entrepreneurs
Yes
Euro-Mediterranean Youth
Yes
Young Leaders
Yes
Competition Level
Category
Level
Overall Competition
High
Selection Difficulty
Competitive
Application Complexity
Medium
CareerFlora Recommendation
Area
Details
Programme Value
Excellent
Career Growth
High
Application Difficulty
Medium
Apply Early
Strongly Recommended
Final Call-to-Action
Apply for UfM Med Youth Lab 2026 before 30 August 2026.
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