This article aims at providing readers with some reflections on the evolution of Atlanticism - which is to say the relations between the Euro-Atlantic successor generation and NATO, based on the experience gained at the Youth Atlantic Treaty Association (YATA). The article also will focus on the successor generation’s views on NATO and its Strategic Concept. In the third part, how to better engage the successor generation in the NATO debate will be addressed. NATO’s core mission has not changed in 60 years. It is still charged with safeguarding the freedom, common heritage and civilization of our people, while remaining true to the principle of democracy, individual liberty and rule of law as new threats and challenges emerge. Ambition is a crucial element for the future of trans-Atlantic relations and for the new Strategic Concept. YATA strives to play an important role in this regard, by fostering debate over transatlantic relations for world security and stability. Indeed, we believe the message NATO needs to bring forward is a one of peace and transparency, and it is in our interest as citizens of today - and hopefully as the decisions-makers of tomorrow - to ensure the message is heard clearly not only in our countries, but also in those of our partners.