as an organization the “european youth parliament ukraine” (eyp-ukraine) was registered with the ministry of justice of ukraine on february 18, 2002 and became a full-fledged participant in the development of civil society. eyp-ukraine has successfully operated in ukraine since 2000. it encourages youths to take part in one of the largest platforms for debates, intercultural meetings, educational work and exchange of ideas among young europeans. every year eyp ukraine conducts a national session where delegates to represent ukraine at the international session are selected.