Overview
The Extraordinary General Assembly convened to address several strategic and governance-related matters for the YEE network. During the meeting, members discussed and voted on financial planning, governance updates, and network expansion, while also engaging in a short knowledge-sharing workshop led by one of YEE’s member organisations.
Approval of the draft budget 2026
The General Assembly approved the draft budget for 2026, marking an important step in ensuring the financial sustainability and effective planning of YEE’s activities for the coming year.
YEE extends its sincere thanks to the Finance Team and the Treasurer for their dedication and thorough preparation.
Internal Auditors
The General Assembly welcomed Usman Ali as a new Internal Auditor, bringing the total number of internal auditors to two until summer 2026. This strengthens YEE’s internal accountability and transparency mechanisms.
Membership update
YEE is delighted to welcome Sylvester Rewilding as a new member organisation of the network.
With this addition, the YEE network now brings together 48 member organisations across 23 countries within the Council of Europe.
Workshop and policy updates
The meeting also featured a short knowledge-sharing workshop, facilitated by the member organisation Youth for a Green Future from Bulgaria, which offered participants an opportunity to exchange experiences and insights.
In addition, recommendations stemming from YEE’s newly developed AI & Cybersecurity policies were presented to the General Assembly, showcasing the network’s effort to stay up to date with this rapidly changing landscape.
To a 2026 with more freedom, more justice, and more youth voices shaping the future!
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Our mission
YEE aims to unite environmental youth non-profit organisations in Europe in order to enhance international cooperation, increase knowledge about the climate crisis, raise awareness of environmental problems and to strengthen participation of youth in environmental decision-making.
Financially supported by the European Youth Foundation of the Council of Europe. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect the official position of the Council of Europe.
