Gender-Inclusive HPV Vaccination in the Balkans:
Why Boys Should Get the Shot Too?

written by Kenan Fehrić, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Why Boys Should Get the Shot Too? Introduction: Understanding HPV and Its Implications Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is one of the most common viral infections in sexually active population. This virus is a leading cause of several cancers, most notably cervical cancer in women, but it also significantly contributes to penile, anal, and oropharyngeal (back… Continue reading Gender-Inclusive HPV Vaccination in the Balkans:
Why Boys Should Get the Shot Too?

Active Procrastination as a Method of Studying

written by Devika Khattar, India

Procrastination is usually seen as a problematic way of getting things done for young adults or students. When students procrastinate, they divert time from academics toward other activities, returning to academics at a later time, or at the last moment…

Human trafficking: twisted illusion or dark reality?

written by Melani Gijevska, North Macedonia

Even though slavery was officially globally abolished by the end of the 19th century, close to 50 million people, many of which are women and children, are effectively experiencing some forms of modern slavery.

For women’s right to abortion

written by Ksenija Petrović, Serbia

In 2021 a young Polish woman, Izabela, was admitted to the hospital due to pregnancy complications. Her fetus had many problems and disorders and could not survive. But doctors were hesitant to operate on her because of a new law in Poland that bans abortion except in cases of incest and rape. Isabella’s condition worsened. She texted her mother: “my temperature is rising, I don’t think they will operate on me until the fetus’s heart is beating, and by then I could get sepsis.” She died a few hours later.

More Than a Game: How Sport Can Heal Divides in the Western Balkans

written by Bogdan Vasić, Serbia

In the Western Balkans, history has left deep scars. Ethnic tensions, political divisions, and lingering mistrust continue to shape relationships across the region. But amid these challenges, one powerful and often underestimated tool for peacebuilding is making a quiet comeback: sport.

Navigating Economic Turbulence:
The Impact on Youth in North Macedonia

written by CID team, North Macedonia

High rates of youth unemployment have been a persistent issue in North Macedonia. The lack of job opportunities, coupled with increased competition for limited positions, has left many young individuals grappling with uncertainty about their career paths and financial stability.

Youth Problems in Argentina

written by Unitos Todos Asociacion Civil, Argentina

As the indicators that measure Argentina’s stuttering economy contract and decline, one figure in particular is impacting the next generation more than any other: youth unemployment…

Representation of sportswomen
in the media

written by Stefan Lazarevic, Serbia

The very development of sports competitions led to the emergence of new types of sports, some of which were given the title of “women’s sports”, something like volleyball, while most others remained under the “men’s” category. Again, many would say that only time will manage to regulate it, but the situation actually took two steps back instead of a step forward.

Latin American Youth: Insecurity and disparity.

written by Luisa, Paraguay

Insecurity and disparity are two of the main factors that concern young Latin Americans today. In recent years, though, the region is experiencing an impressive growth in education…

Against physical punishment of children

written by Nikola Petrović, Serbia

Until about 30 years ago, physical punishment of children was completely acceptable in the world. That perspective began to change as studies found links between physical punishment and childhood aggression, delinquency, and spousal violence in later life.

Navigating Identity: The Influence of Cultural and Religious Norms on Egyptian Youth

written by Marina Michel, Egypt

Cultural and religious norms, deeply rooted in the tapestry of Egyptian society, play a profound role in influencing the perceptions and choices of the youth.

Kill Your Darlings

written by Afraa Maiza, Tunisia

Do you know what the saying “kill your darlings” means? “Most of our troubles are due to our passionate desire for and attachment to things that we misapprehend as enduring entities.” ~Dalai Lama I asked on Facebook about the topic of “giving up attachment,” and I collected some opinions: Sufyan says: “To be attached to… Continue reading Kill Your Darlings

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