The future of peacebuilding in Europe will not be written by institutions alone—it will be shaped by young people. Today’s youth are connected, creative, digitally literate and deeply engaged with issues of identity, justice and belonging. Music remains their preferred medium of expression.
Digital Platforms & Collaborative Creation
Online tools allow young musicians to produce professional-quality work without expensive equipment. Cross-border collaborations are becoming the norm, not the exception. Youth from Ireland and Cyprus create joint electronic tracks; teenagers from Sweden and Greece co-write lyrics about climate justice; young Ukrainians collaborate with peers across Europe to voice their longing for peace.
These collaborations build trust, empathy and friendships that transcend political narratives.
Youth Festivals & Intercultural Exchanges
Across Europe, youth-led festivals are growing in prominence:
These gatherings help young people understand cultural differences not as barriers but as sources of creative inspiration.
AI-Assisted Music Creation
Artificial intelligence is becoming a powerful tool in peacebuilding. Young people now use AI to mix cultural styles, generate new sounds, and translate lyrics between languages. This technology encourages creative risk-taking and collaboration.
Inclusion of Marginalised Youth
A key trend is the increasing participation of:
Music projects across Europe increasingly use inclusive methods and community-based approaches that give marginalised youth a platform to be heard.
Digital Activism & Peace Messaging
TikTok, Instagram and YouTube are the new public squares. Youth use these platforms to:
Why MyPEACE Is at the Centre of the Future
MyPEACE empowers youth to become cultural ambassadors—offering tools, networks and spaces for creative peacebuilding. By connecting young musicians across Europe, the initiative helps shape a future where music continues to be a powerful force for unity.
