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The results show that long-term use of Eurodesk services is associated with greater knowledge of different mobility for - mats and contributes to reducing common stereotypes. Moreover, contact with Eurodesk positively influences interest in and motivation to participate. Significant effects were found especially among young people whose parents do not have an academic background, suggesting that information services can help reduce existing inequalities. At the same time, Euro- desk primarily reaches higher-educated young people, thereby mainly benefiting those who already possess favorable access conditions due to a mobility-oriented environment. Overall, the study confirms the relevance of youth information as a supportive structure that conveys knowledge, strengthens decision-making skills, and enhances participation opportuni- ties. However, access remains limited for disadvantaged target groups, highlighting the need for stronger structural integra- tion of youth information and more targeted outreach. This study thus contributes to the still under-researched field of youth information, underlines the importance of information services for educational equity and international participa- tion, and points to further needs for research and policy sup- port.
International learning mobility is considered an essential inst- rument for enabling young people to gain intercultural compe- tences, broaden their career prospects, and foster social par- ticipation. However, many young people remain excluded from participation, with a lack of information and prejudice- based narratives forming so-called key discursive barriers. Youth information services can play a crucial role in addres- sing these challenges by providing knowledge, offering gui - dance, and strengthening decision-making capacities. Against this background, the present study focuses on the European youth information network Eurodesk and examines to what extent its services improve access to learning mobility and to identify which groups particularly benefit from them. The study is based on a quantitative online survey among the newsletter subscribers of Eurodesk Germany, comprising a sample of 3,474 respondents. Data were collected using stan- dardized questionnaires and analyzed through descriptive and bivariate correlations between the use of information and counseling services, knowledge of mobility opportunities, and the willingness and experience of mobility participation.
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