Young European Symposium

The summit for changemakers across Europe!


The team behind the Young European Symposium (YES) is made up of 35 young professionals and students, with members based in Berlin, Boston, Beijing and Madrid. Our dedicated team spans diverse fields, including medicine, philosophy, and natural sciences. Together, we are united by a shared mission: bringing together Europe’s brightest minds to build a better future.

Our members include alumni and participants from prestigious institutions and networks such as the German Academic Scholarship Foundation, the Tönissteiner Kreis, Harvard University, and the Bayer Foundation. This unique combination of expertise and experiences enables YES to serve as an inspiring platform for Europe’s next generation of changemakers.


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Dr. Horst Köhler, Bundespräsident a.D.

We have received the sad news of the passing of our esteemed patron, Dr. Horst Köhler, former President of Germany. His support has been deeply appreciated, and we would like to extend our sincere condolences to his family during this difficult time. (For picture source see alt text)