Introduction The YOUTH Community Action Program was established by Decision No 1031/2000/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 April 2000. It includes activities already existing under previous programs such as "Youth for Europe" and "European Voluntary Service". The Program will cater for the interests of young people and youth workers, not only by offering financial support for their projects but also by providing information, training and opportunities to develop new partnerships across Europe and beyond.