The Young European Research Universities Network (YERUN) was founded in 2016 and brings together young research universities in Europe, with the primary objective of raising the voice of young universities in Europe via a dedicated strategic representation and lobbying action and strengthening their cooperation, maximising opportunities to collaborate in areas of mutual interest and benefit.
YERUN works to
- Influence and advise on EU policies in order to shape the future of universities and to have a true impact on the role and nature of higher education in Europe.
- Promote collaborative and transformative activities among our members, with a view to facilitating connections, learning from each other and achieving greater impact.
- Showcase the achievements made by young European research universities through a dedicated communication strategy boosting their visibility at international level.