Its aims are to fostering communication amongst, and spread information about, young Friends communities in different parts of Europe and the Middle East.
It appoints a Quaker Clerk, Secretary, Treasurer, UK Charitable Treasurer, Gatherings Coordinator, two Elders, a representative that sits on the Council of the Quaker Council for European Affairs, a representative that sits on the Europe and Middle East Section Executive Committee, and four United Kingdom Charitable Committee members.
As the organisation's main spiritual fixture, Spring Gathering has the aims of supporting isolated young Friends, deepening the spirituality of members and developing relationships within the group through worship, discussion and a variety of activities.
At the EMEYF annual business meeting members share their activities of the past year, test and pursue the organisation's concerns, and practise the business method of the Religious Society of Friends.
The Annual and Communications Committee meetings are the main decision-making times of the organisation.