European Student Think Tank

Another important European Student Think Tank (EST) initiative took place in a European capital on June 12, 2026, as EST Ambassador to Greece, Maria-Ioanna Dritsa, in partnership with Balkan Youth Cooperation, brought together young people for the interactive workshop “European Youth Policy Lab: AI in Action” in Athens. The event formed part of EST’s ongoing commitment to empowering young people and fostering dialogue on the role of artificial intelligence in European youth policy.

During the event, students, professors, and young professionals exchanged innovative ideas regarding the extensive use of AI in academia and beyond. The workshop examined the ethical use of AI, focusing on matters related to authenticity, integrity, and digital accountability. By the end of the lab, each participant created their own mini-policy brief on a chosen subject, utilizing AI as a supportive tool while learning how to prompt effectively and verify sources.

👥 The Organising & Support Teams
- Organising Team: Α.κ , co-founders of BYC & Maria Ioanna Dritsa , EST Ambassador
Media Sponsor: Fani Apospori (Pool of Young Journalists by Eurodesk).
- Internal EST Support: Roberta Leale, Alessia Salzano, and Alba Córcoles.
-Internal BYC Support: Afroditi Gkortsou and Stavroula Tsitsiri.
🏛️ Venue & Partners
- Host Venue: Kind hospitality of the Europa Experience venue in Athens, through the together.eu network of the Ευρωπαϊκό Κοινοβούλιο.
- Supported by: ΟΔΕΘ | odeth.eu &
Thank you all for participating and contributing to this impactful dialogue!

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