Utopie Europa is entering its seventh round! In 2026, we are once again looking for creative and forward-thinking ideas to boost young people’s political participation. Are you a student who is actively committed to democracy and a united Europe in a unique way, or do you contribute to the European integration process?
The Higher Education Office of the French Embassy/Institut français Deutschland (IFD) in Berlin and the Franco-German University (DFH) are looking for the best projects and ideas that bring Europe to life on campus and perhaps even inspire others to follow suit: From social media campaigns to (short) films and podcasts and much more, which showcase and promote European cooperation at universities and work to strengthen a democratic society — so much is happening at universities!
Competition procedure
Students submit an entry as a team, in the format of their choice, presenting a project at their university that promotes democracy and Europe.
The submitted entries will be presented to a jury, which will select the three winning teams for the ‘Utopia Europe Prize 2026’.
The three best projects will receive funding of up to 1,000 Euro!
Application deadline: 15 June 2026