United in diversity

written by Teodora Cekić, Serbia

The WeBalkans Young European Ambassadors is a non-political, activist program that was launched in August 2020 which is now a creative  network  of  future  young  game  changers  from  across  the  Western Balkans



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.

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Fake News: An invasion of the digital age

written by Youssef Chaat, Morocco

Fake news is a misleading or deceptive information deliberately created to manipulate opinions, generate clicks, or confuse the public. It can take different forms such as: news articles, decontextualized information, videos, manipulated images, or memes, and can spread quickly on social media, reaching a wide audience.



Banning Phones and Social Media for Children: Solution or Temporary Fix?

written by Aleksandra Martić, Serbia

In recent years, the use of mobile phones and social media among children has become one of the most frequently discussed social issues. The rapid development of digital technology has brought many advantages, but it has also opened numerous questions about its impact on younger generations.



Low vaccination, high risk – Montenegro in fight against the HPV virus

written by Marija Radović, Montenegro

A silent killer – cervical cancer is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality among women in Montenegro when it comes to malignant diseases. According to data from the World Health Organization for 2020, Montenegro has the highest age-standardized incidence rate (26.2 per 100,000 women) and mortality (10.5 per 100,000 women) from cervical cancer in Europe.



Montenegrin youth as change makers in the EU integration process

written by Iva Radovic, Andjela Tomovic, Aleksandar Kovacevic, Montenegro

Currently recognized as the most advanced candidate in the enlargement process, Montenegro is maintaining a clear trajectory toward full European Union membership with a target date of 2028.



Children‘s Rights in Tunisia

written by Malek Talbi, Tunisia

According to the Article 47 of the Tunisian constitution, “the state must provide all forms of protection to children without discrimination, in accordance with their best interest”. The gap between legal texts and their implementation, however, is exacerbated by the lack of an independent mechanism for monitoring children’s rights.



Finland: The land of libraries

written by Slađana Ribać, Serbia

Finnish library services for children and young adults are an integral part of Finnish society, education and societal life. After World War II, Finland started a rapid rise towards being a modern nation. Reading as a pastime hobby gained popularity, there were more education possibilities, the level of education was on the rise and young people spent more years in school instead of starting to work early…



Preserving Identity While Contributing to a Shared Future

written by Zhaklin Begaj, Albania

Albania’s journey toward European Union membership represents far more than a political or economic aspiration, it is a strategic and cultural commitment to becoming an integral part of the European family while remaining deeply rooted in its national identity.



Why Do Young People Stay Silent While They Suffer?

written by Darja Ratković, Serbia

In recent years, there has been more talk about mental health, but still not enough. Depression, anxiety, pressure, feelings of loneliness, and not being good enough have become everyday realities for many young people, both globally and in Serbia. At first glance, everything seems fine. Young people are walking around, socializing, and laughing. But sometimes, behind a smile, there is something no one can see.



Youth Against All Odds: A New Force for Reconciliation in the Balkans

written by Azra Tupkušić, Bosnia and Herzegovina

In countries marked by war and division, reconciliation rarely comes easily. It requires time, effort, and, most importantly, people willing to move forward. In the Balkans, many wounds from past conflicts remain open.