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Euromet 2026

We are looking forward to welcoming you to London from 14–17 September 2026 for Euromet’s flagship Symposium and Jamboree!

Euromet 2026 brings together leaders, practitioners, partners, and young people from across Europe for four days of bold ideas, shared learning, and future‑focused collaboration.

From immersive frontline visits and thought‑provoking panels to unforgettable London experiences, Euromet 2026 promises  to bring a week full of inspiration, connection, and a platform for fresh perspectives.

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What will the 2026 programme involve?

A preliminary programme for both the Symposium and Jamboree events can be found below. Highlights include:

  • Strategic and future‑focused sessions, exploring cutting‑edge digital tools, emerging technologies, and the latest thinking on youth safety and data‑driven support.
  • Immersive frontline learning through a visit to an exemplary place-based hub, Community Links, giving delegates real‑world insight into high‑impact justice, employability, and community programmes.
  • Insight into innovative care transitions during a visit to Lighthouse Pedagogy Trust’s new children’s home, showcasing best‑practice approaches to supporting young people at pivotal life moments.
  • Unforgettable London experiences, including a guided bus tour of the city’s landmark sights, a cable‑car journey over the Thames, and a relaxed networking dinner at the O2.
  • A standout showcase moment at the Jamboree of Ideas gallery event, where young leaders present bold, collaborative ideas alongside Symposium delegates.

Please note that the programme details are subject to minor change.

How were this year's themes chosen?

This year’s programme explores the themes shaping the next decade of youth support – innovation, safeguarding, and the transitions that define young people’s lives.

These themes speak to the momentum and possibility in the sector: how new ideas, smarter protection, and thoughtful support at key life moments can unlock potential and transform futures.

These themes reflect the insights of experienced practitioners, whose frontline expertise highlighted where change is most urgently needed and where the greatest opportunities lie. Together, they set the stage for bold conversations and fresh thinking about how we help young people thrive in a rapidly changing world.

What are the benefits of attendance for my organisation?

At Euromet 2026, you’ll gain practical insights and fresh strategies you can immediately put to work. Alongside this, cultural experiences across the bustling city of London create natural moments to build meaningful connections with peers across Europe.

You’ll see practice first‑hand through visits to impactful services, leaving with a clearer understanding of the tools, approaches, and emerging trends that can strengthen your organisation’s support for young people. You’ll also learn directly from sector experts, take part in interactive workshops, and hear lived‑experience perspectives that can strengthen your own practice.

Meanwhile, for young people taking part in the Jamboree, the week offers an unforgettable opportunity to unlock confidence, build leadership skills, and spark bold new ideas through hands‑on challenges, creative workshops, and standout experiences across London.

Following Euromet 2026, Symposium and Jamboree attendees alike will leave with renewed energy, a stronger network, and actionable ideas ready to take back home.

Are there any costs associated with attending Euromet 2026?

Organisations are responsible for covering the cost of travel to and from the UK for all attendees in their party.

Once you arrive in London, Catch22 will cover the cost of travel, accommodation, and the planned programme of events.

If the cost of travel is prohibitive, please contact the Euromet 2026 team using the contact details below. There is a small funding pot available to apply for – further details of which can be supplied on request.

How do I register for the Euromet 2026 events?

Please complete the form at the bottom of this page to express your interest in attending Euromet 2026. This basic form holds your space(s) at this year’s events.

Following completion of this form, a member of the Euromet 2026 team will be in touch to take your full registration. When you complete your full registration, you will need the contact, accessibility, and dietary requirements of all attendees.

Symposium: programme

Monday

Welcome and board meeting

The week opens at the Novotel London Excel with time for the Euromet Board to align on priorities and set the tone for the days ahead. From the very start, delegates will be invited to begin shaping a shared learning environment, sparking conversations about challenges, innovations, and emerging opportunities across Europe.

The evening’s welcome drinks provide the first opportunity to connect with peers, compare experiences, and begin forming the community of practice that will grow throughout the week.

Tuesday

Conference day

Held at City Hall, the conference blends thought‑provoking sessions with hands‑on exploration. Alongside panels on digital innovation, safeguarding, and youth transitions, delegates will have the chance to:

  • see live demonstrations of cutting‑edge tools and approaches
  • try out emerging technologies designed to support youth work, online safety, and data‑driven decision‑making
  • share organisational case studies, spotlighting what’s working across Europe
  • explore practical use cases in small interactive groups

These sessions are designed to be immersive and interactive, giving delegates space to test ideas, learn from each other’s expertise, and identify where innovation can strengthen their own services.

In the evening, delegates will take the cable car over the River Thames and enjoy dinner at the O2: a relaxed setting to continue conversations, compare experiences, and build connections across the network.

Wednesday

Preparing young people for the modern world

In the morning, delegates will visit Community Links in Canning Town to see our place‑based service offering, including justice youth transition hub, employment support, and education programmes, in action.

This visit provides a valuable opportunity to examine real‑world models supporting young people to be ready for the modern world – both social and work. We will discuss implementation challenges with practitioners, and explore how digital tools and data insights are being used on the frontline to inform continuous improvement of practice.

The guided London bus tour in the afternoon offers time to reflect, exchange perspectives, and strengthen relationships while taking in the city’s landmarks and history.

Thursday

Preparing for transition

The final day begins with a visit to Lighthouse Pedagogy Trust’s new children’s home, where delegates will gain insight into innovative approaches to supporting young people through pivotal life transitions. This is a chance to hear concrete examples of what works, explore the conditions needed for success, and gather ideas to apply within your own setting.

In the afternoon, delegates return to the Novotel London Excel for a collaborative reflection session. Here, the community of practice takes shape more formally: delegates will compare international strategies, map shared challenges, and identify practical use cases to continue developing together beyond the event.

The day concludes with a group dinner and an opportunity to connect with Jamboree participants, bringing together practitioner expertise and youth voice around the ideas that have emerged throughout the week.

Jamboree of ideas: programme

Monday

Welcome and team building

You’ll be staying at St Paul’s Youth Hostel, right in the heart of London – just moments from iconic landmarks, culture, and city life. This is more than an event… it’s an experience you’ll never forget.

Kick off the adventure by meeting young leaders from different backgrounds and cultures. Take part in energising icebreakers, leadership workshops, and dynamic team-building activities. End the day with a vibrant cultural exchange and social evening to celebrate our diversity.

Tuesday

Personal growth and resilience

Explore youth work best practices from around the world and take part in a London City Challenge! Develop confidence, resilience, and well-being through interactive workshops focused on personal development and mental health.

Reflect, recharge, and grow.

Wednesday

Remixing youth services and cultural exchange

Dive into the big question: How can we remix youth services to better support young people today?

Visit St Andrew’s Youth Club – the world’s oldest youth club (est. 1866) for inspiration from history. Choose from creative workshops and youth-led sessions designed to spark new ideas and make youth work more inclusive and impactful.

And in the evening? A theatre experience in London’s iconic West End!

Thursday - Friday

Collaboration and social engagement

Work in teams to tackle leadership and community challenges. Develop real-world ideas that promote inclusion, collaboration, and social responsibility.

In the evening, showcase your Jamboree of Ideas at a special London gallery event alongside Symposium delegates – your voice, your vision, centre stage.

The next morning, you will celebrate your journey, new friendships, and the ideas you’ve created together. Receive your certificate, share reflections, and enjoy a farewell breakfast before departure – leaving inspired and empowered.

Expression of interest

Headshot of Melissa Milner

Melissa Milner

Symposium Lead

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Lisa Widdowson

Jamboree Lead

Please complete this form to express your interest for the Euromet 2026 Symposium and/or the Jamboree.

Following completion of this form, a member of the team will be in touch to take your full booking.

For any other questions, please reach out to a member of our team who will be happy to assist:

Symposium

melissa.milner@catch-22.org.uk

Jamboree

lisa.widdowson@catch-22.org.uk

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Use of data processors

The Data Processor (the organisation that does data processing on behalf of Catch22) is Totally.Tech.

Catch22 also works with third-party data processors to provide our:

  • content management system (WordPress),
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We have contracts in place with our data processors. This means that they cannot do anything with your personal information unless we have instructed them to do it. They will not share your personal information with any organisation apart from us. They will hold it and retain it for the period we instruct.

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In addition, we may disclose information about you:

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  • in order to establish, exercise or defend our legal rights (including providing information to others for the purposes of fraud prevention and reducing credit risk).

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We will store all the personal information you provide on our secure, encrypted password and firewall protected servers. As data transmission over the internet is inherently insecure, we cannot guarantee the security of data sent over the internet.

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Notice amendments

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Your rights

Please contact the Data Protection Officer if you have any queries regarding this Privacy Notice or if you would like to exercise or query any of the following rights afforded to you under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

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  • right to data portability
  • rights in relation to automated decision making and profiling
  • right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioners Office (ICO) – via the Complaints page on the ICO website or by calling 0303 123 1113

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Contact

If you have any questions about this privacy notice or of our treatment of your personal data, please email dpo@catch-22.org.uk or write to:

Data Protection Officer

Catch22
27 Pear Tree Street
London
EC1V 3AG

Data controller

Catch22’s data protection registration number is Z1473239

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