The Interreg NPA Youth Call is here!

Young people in the Northern Periphery and Arctic face unique challenges - from limited access to jobs and education to climate change and remote living conditions. Cooperation across regions is essential, as no single community can tackle these challenges alone.

Building on this spirit of cooperation, the Programme invites projects that place young people at the centre. The Interreg NPA Youth Call will be open from 10 June to 2 October 2026. From January onwards, organisations can already start developing their ideas with support from Interreg NPA, including guidance materials, templates, and dedicated events.

What can youth projects do?

The Interreg NPA Youth Call recognises that organisations working with young people have different levels of experience, capacity, and resources. To reflect this, applicants can choose from three types of project, each with a corresponding duration and budget, which also align with the type and scale of activities expected.

See it – 6 months: Designed for organisations new to transnational cooperation, focusing on making connections with relevant partners, exchanging ideas, and mapping expertise.

Shape it – 12 months: For organisations with some experience and regional networks. Partners use this time to test ideas in their own communities through exchanges and workshops.

Make it work – 18 months: For experienced organisations with established networks. Projects cover all phases, connect with partners, adapt ideas to local needs, and put solutions into practice at local, regional, or national levels.

Is this Youth call for you?

Join the online launch event on 21 January 2026 at 13:00 CET to learn more about the Youth Call, including its themes, project durations, budgets, and how to apply. Whether you are new to Interreg NPA projects or an experienced partner, this is the perfect opportunity to explore ideas, ask questions, and see if the call is right for your organisation.

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In need of support? Check out the Youth Track!

The Youth Track is Interreg NPA’s dedicated support plan for developing and applying for youth projects. It includes three online support events, feedback on project ideas, and one-on-one consultations with the Joint Secretariat.

Online events
24 March (online) – “Let your idea meet Interreg NPA funding!”
15 June (online) – “Dive into budget, workplan & outreach”
9 September (online) – “Ask us about JEMS”

Registration is required to participate in each event. After each session, presentation materials will be uploaded to the website and made available for consultation.

Feedback on project ideas
Simplified project applications can be submitted to the Joint Secretariat by 20 May 2026 to receive feedback on the idea and setup.

One-on-one meetings
Applicants can book an online meeting with Joint Secretariat Desk Officers for individual feedback and support at any time from January to September 2026. 

Photo credit: DACCHE project