The purpose of the projects is to bring young people from several countries together and let them become more comfortable with cultural, ideological, Ethnic and social determined differences between people and increase the tolerance towards each other. In addition, the themes of the projects reflect a common concern for European civil society, addressing issues of racism, discrimination and prejudice.

The EIDP tries to achieve its aims through the following tools:

1. Seminars throughout Europe funded by the Youth in Action-Programme of the European Union. These seminars have very diverse topics and are either organized by the EIDP itself, or joined as a partner.
2. Trainings aimed to build up capacity for other organisations and individuals, to use their newly gained skills and experiences back home. These trainings are also usually funded by the Youth in Action-Programme of the European Union.
3. Election observation missions, which aim to observe elections in the neighbouring countries of the European Union unbiased. This is an unique possibility for young people, as they do not only get an insight in the democratic procedures of other countries, but also can compare their experiences back home, with the reality in other countries. Exit-polling is also one of the tools used here. These EOMs are a unique feature offered to young people, as the possibility of them joining an OSCE mission is very limited.
4. Sending experts to different trainings and seminars throughout Europe, to enable a knowledge-transfer to other young people. Themes are diverse and we are always happy to share our knowledge and experiences.

The discussions, debates, cross-country interaction and joint activities by all participants will foster young people’s sense of European citizenship. As they continue to develop joint projects across the whole map of Europe their understanding of their respective roles regarding a common future of Europe through peaceful cooperation and constructive dialogue will also be strengthened.