An EU-wide competition offering €10,000 in prize money to young people involved in cross-border multi-cultural projects has launched its annual call-out submissions. The 2011 European Charlemagne Youth Prize will be awarded next Spring to the project that best promotes co-operation and mutual understanding between young EU citizens. Organisers are hoping for a surge in Irish entrants this year, following on from last year's contest by an Irish man who scooped second prize. This year's contest is open to Irish people aged between 16 and 30 and suggested projects eligible for consideration include the organisation of youth events, cultural exchanges or internet projects with a European dimension. An Irish jury will select a national winner next March, and then an international panel will judge entries from each Member State at a ceremony in Germany in May. Top prize is €5,000, second prize is €3,000 and third prize is €2,000. The deadline for applications is 23rd January 2011, and entry forms are available at www.charlemagneyouthprize.eu
Source: Magee, J. Eurolink South, November 12, 2010
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