Co-creation in YEAH!

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Co-Creation in YEAH!

Scientific co-creation for better health impact YEAH! is a Horizon Europe research and innovation project to improve the health and wellbeing of children and young people across Europe.

What is Co-Creation in YEAH! ?

At our heart lies co-creation, which brings together young people, families, schools, municipalities, researchers, and local organisations to create informed, locally relevant interventions (maybe solutions instead) together.

We’re using the Cascade co-creation system, which applies the science of collaboration to create co-creation labs: open, flexible, safe spaces, where everyone is equal, is heard, and can grow each other’s ideas.

Through a network of these labs, across seven European countries, we’ll make sure that interventions (solutions developed?) are not only based on evidence, but also shaped by the needs, priorities, and realities of the communities involved.

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Municipalities matter for young people’s health

Green spaces, safe travel, community groups and projects that welcome everyone. Environments are critical for young people to take charge of their wellbeing and local authorities have a key role in that.

  • co-creation workshops where local communities really collaborate can de-risk interventions – making them more likely to work in the real world
  • test and implement innovative, collaborative strategies to promote physical activity, healthy eating and quality sleep
  • be part of a European network of pioneering municipalities committed to reducing health inequalities among young people.

Recruiting now: France

Municipalities in France can join the YEAH! co-creation process now.

Collaborate with the research team from the Université Grenoble Alpes and local facilitators to co-create and test innovative interventions.

You’ll not only support the wellbeing of young people in your area, but also provide valuable insights for the large-scale cross-Europe roll-out of this initiative planned for 2026.

Join us

Your municipality is interested in partnering with YEAH! and contributing to healthier, more equitable futures for young people, we would love to hear from you.

Together, let’s co-create healthier environments for the next generation.

FAQS

What is the YEAH! Project?

YEAH! is a European research and co-creation project that brings together young people, adults, and professionals to design tools and strategies that support youth health and wellbeing. It’s about working with you, not just for you.

Depending on the country, co-creators may include:

  • Children (8–10 years old)
  • Adolescents (14–16 years old)
  • Parents, teachers, youth workers, health professionals

Each group will participate in a series of engaging, creative workshops led by trained facilitators.

Yes, taking part is completely voluntary. You can:

  • Decide not to take part from the start.
  • Join, but change your mind later.
  • Stop attending at any point.

If you feel uncomfortable, simply let the facilitator or a trusted adult (e.g. your teacher or youth worker) know. 
No explanation is needed, and there’s no penalty.

Yes. Everyone taking part will receive vouchers as a thank-you for their time and contributions.
The type and amount of vouchers are decided by each participating organization, based on local rules.
Vouchers are typically for local shops or supermarkets and cannot be exchanged for cash.
You’ll receive clear information about your voucher(s) from your local project contact.

Any notes or recordings made during the sessions will be used anonymously to support the design of the intervention.
Your personal details (like your name or contact information) are not shared outside the local research team and are never included in reports.
Everything is handled in line with European data protection laws (GDPR).

Each country team has a local contact person who you 
can reach out to at any time. You’ll receive their name 
and contact details at the start of the co-creation process. If the project is happening in a school or youth center, you can also speak with your teacher or youth worker.

Yes! After the co-creation is complete, you’ll:

  • Be shown what was designed.
  • Be invited to local or online feedback events.
  • Have early access to the materials created,  and may even be invited to take part in the next phase of the project.

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