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2026 JCI EUKHT
JCI European Know-How Transfer
“Youth Ambition, European Action”
The JCI European Know-How Transfer (EUKHT) is a yearly exchange program between young leaders and European decision-makers, organised by JCI Europe.
The program lets participants experience the work of the European Parliament and take part in the European decision-making process by shadowing MEPs and joining training sessions, panel discussions and workshops.
The 2026 edition took place from Sunday 11 to Thursday 15 October 2026 at the European Parliament in Brussels, Belgium, with a program on all five days.
2026 edition at a glance
Youth Ambition, European Action
Dates
2026, all days with program
Location
European Parliament, Belgium
Age
JCI members and non-members, from any nation
Overview
What is the EUKHT?
The EUKHT is a job-shadowing exchange between young leaders and European decision-makers. Participants experience work at the European Parliament and take part in the European decision-making process.
It also works the other way round: the participating Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) learn from socially responsible young leaders and entrepreneurs about the challenges their constituencies face, common solutions and community needs. The project strengthens personal contacts and increases understanding between European politicians and young leaders.
In 2019, the EUKHT was shortlisted for and awarded a recognition by the “Altiero Spinelli Prize for Outreach” for enhancing citizens’ understanding of the European Union.
What to expect
What you can learn and experience
- Understand how MEPs and the European institutions work
- Learn how you can contribute to shaping European politics and the future of Europe
- Take part in online training sessions, virtual group meetings and in-person plenary sessions with representatives of the European institutions on current topics
- Be introduced to key European institutions (European Parliament, European Commission) and the way they operate at national, European and international level
- Learn more about pursuing a career at an EU institution
- Meet and network with other international NGOs that share JCI’s mission
Who it is for
Open to JCI members and non-members
The program is open to JCI members and non-members strictly between the ages of 18 and 40, from any country in the world, not only EU member states. Non-JCI members are put in contact with the National Organisation they correspond to.
Admission is subject to the strict rules and regulations of the European Parliament for participants and for all EU institution premises. The European Parliament reserves the right to accept or refuse participation, and its decision is final and cannot be appealed. JCI Europe reviews applications before sending the official confirmation e-mail.
Participants attend a few online training sessions before the in-person event in Brussels. The event is wheelchair accessible and sensory friendly.
2026 edition
Registration, fees and dates
Participation fee
| Price | JCI members | Non-members | Registration period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Bird | €100 | €125 | 15 March to 15 June 2026 |
| Regular | €125 | €150 | 16 June to 15 August 2026 |
| Late | €150 | €175 | 16 August to 15 September 2026 |
Fees cover participation only. They do not include food and drinks, transport or accommodation.
How registration worked
Registration was done online, opened on 15 March 2026 and was complete once the registration fee was paid through the EasySignup platform.
Participants organised their own flights and accommodation and so controlled those costs. The daily program in Brussels started early every day, so JCI Europe recommended accommodation with quick or close access to public transport.
Questions
Contact Isabel Simon, 2026 Vice President assigned to Europe and program manager, at isimon (at) jci.cc.
Policy for the 2026 edition
Participation fee reimbursement
1. Purpose and scope
This policy applies only to reimbursement of participation fees for JCI European Know-How Transfer events when a participation fee has been paid and prior written approval is received confirming that fee reimbursement is permitted. Costs for travel, lodging or meals are not in scope.
2. Eligibility
- The participant must be pre-approved to receive the reimbursement.
- No duplicate funding is permitted: reimbursements are approved only for the account from which the payment was made initially.
3. Cancellation and refund terms
- A full refund of the participation fee is offered if cancellation is requested in writing up to 31 August, minus bank processing fees.
- After the cancellation cut-off, no refund is provided, even in the case of non-attendance or early departure.
- Cancellations must be communicated in writing to the organiser by the participant.
4. Event changes
- If the event is cancelled by the organiser, participants receive a full refund, minus reasonable processing fees (to a maximum of 18–20%).
- If the event switches format (for example in person to hybrid or virtual), participants may be offered a partial refund if the revised format significantly alters the expected interaction experience, per established norms.
5. Reimbursement request process
- Pre-approval: participants must request and secure written prior authorisation confirming eligibility by e-mail to isimon (at) jci.cc and treasurer (at) europe.jci.cc.
- Review and payment: claims are evaluated for compliance. If approved, reimbursement is processed by bank transfer, typically within 30 days of approval.
6. Participation transfer option
- Participation tickets are transferable to another eligible JCI member.
- Requests must be submitted on or before 31 August to the two e-mail addresses above.
- The new participant must meet all program criteria and be approved by the organising team.
- No additional fees apply for the transfer unless a processing cost is incurred.
7. Summary wording
“If you cancel in writing before 31 August 2026, you will receive a refund of your paid participation fee less the bank processing fees. After that date, no refund is available. If the event is cancelled or shifted to an alternate format, participants will be offered proportional reimbursement. To request reimbursement, submit a request by e-mail to isimon (at) jci.cc and treasurer (at) europe.jci.cc.”
History
Earlier editions
The program has run for several years. In 2019 it received a recognition from the Altiero Spinelli Prize for Outreach.
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