The youth in Estonia aspires to earn an average of 1900 euros net, with their salary expectations increasing much faster than other age groups, rising by 18% over the past year. These findings were derived from a labor market study conducted by the job portal CVKeskus.ee and the agency Palgainfo.
written by Sandra Pereca and Anita Stirane, Latvia
According to the European Union Statistical Bureau “Eurostat” data on youth employment, Latvia has the highest youth unemployment rate in the Baltic countries. What are the possibilities of integration into the labor market for youth in Latvia?
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.
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…
written by CID, North Macedonia
In North Macedonia, the landscape of mental health among young people reflects a dynamic interplay of societal, economic, and individual factors. While the country boasts cultural richness and historical significance, the challenges surrounding youth mental health persist, demanding comprehensive attention and proactive measures to support the well-being of its younger generation.
written by Ena Duranović, Bosnia and Herzegovina
”Two schools under one roof” is a phenomenon that has existed in the educational system of Bosnia and Herzegovina since 2003. Bosniak and Croat children go to schools located in the same buildings, but attend different curriculum programs, using different textbooks and languages…
written by CID team, North Macedonia
Several factors contribute to the high rate of youth unemployment in North Macedonia. One primary cause is the mismatch between the skills possessed by the youth and those demanded by the labor market.
written by Emina Bilalović, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Climate change is a global phenomenon that has significant impacts on various aspects of the environment, economy, public health, and social well-being. Bosnia and Herzegovina, a country in the Balkan region of Southeast Europe, is not immune to the effects of climate change. Despite this, there is a lack of sufficient attention and awareness about the issue among young people and the media in the country.
written by Nouran El Beltagy, Egypt
In Egypt, mental health challenges among the youth are prevalent, with statistics revealing a substantial need for attention and reform. According to a survey conducted by the Egyptian Ministry of Health, nearly 25% of young people aged 18 to 29 reported experiencing symptoms of anxiety or depression.
written by Marija, Augusta and Gabriele, Lithuanian team
The issue of women’s right to abortion, after effectively being resolved decades ago with the worldwide consent about it, is currently returning with a vengeance. It is particularly discussed nowadays when taking into consideration that various countries are making it illegal…
written by Uroš Vukašin, Serbia
Currently, more than 50 faculties from four main Serbian university centers – Belgrade, Novi Sad, Niš and Kragujevac are completely blocked. Students demand responsibility for the accident at the Novi Sad Railway Station when 15 people were killed when the canopy collapsed.
written by Hany Amin, Better World Foundation, Egypt
Challenges facing the public education system indicate that the youth unemployment crisis in Egypt is not due solely to a lack of job opportunities; there is a gap between what students learn in schools and the skills required for the workplace