Tu was für Europa is a non-profit initiative promoting engagement for a united Europe through grassroots projects, events, and campaigns that inspire individuals and communities to contribute to the European cause.
**Portrait: Tu was für Europa** Founded in 2019, Tu was für Europa (Do Something for Europe) is a non-partisan, non-profit initiative dedicated to fostering engagement and support for a united Europe. The organization was established by a diverse group of individuals, including former European Parliament President Martin Schulz, German politicians Franziska Brantner and Monika Grütters, and public figures like Klaas Heufer-Umlauf and Vera Lisakowski. Tu was für Europa aims to inspire and motivate individuals, groups, and institutions to actively contribute to the European cause. The organization focuses on grassroots initiatives and projects that make Europe tangible and accessible to a broader audience. Key projects include the EuroJam, an annual event featuring high-profile speakers and musicians, and the Colours of Europe Award, which recognizes and rewards exemplary European engagement in smaller towns and municipalities. One notable initiative is #Europe16, which highlights the perspectives of 16-year-old first-time voters in the 2024 European elections. This includes a speaker competition where young participants can share their thoughts on why voting in the European elections is important. Through its projects and campaigns, Tu was für Europa seeks to strengthen the European idea and promote a sense of community among Europeans. By emphasizing the importance of individual action and local engagement, the organization aims to contribute to a more vibrant and inclusive European society.