The EU Youth Tax Literacy Program is an educational initiative by TAXpedia that makes the fundamental concepts of taxation and public finance accessible, connecting them to European citizenship and democratic participation. Through short lessons based on official sources, the program helps young people interpret income and consumption taxes, understand the role of contributions, and critically analyze how public services and policies are financed at the national and European levels.
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Each lesson is designed to be read individually. They contain definitions, key concepts, and a final summary.
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Starter Pack: Taxes 101
Types of taxes, what they are for, who pays them (legal vs. real), key differences between taxes and contributions.
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IRPEF and income taxes
What is IRPEF, how do income taxes work?
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VAT and consumption taxes
What is VAT, why is it different from income taxes, and why “the one who pays it” is not always “the one who pays it”.
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EU budget
What is the European Union budget and how does it work?
Disclaimer
Educational materials: This is not tax advice. Rules may change, always check official sources.