In the heart of the Germany’s Lausitz region, Bautzen is not just another picturesque town. It is the cultural and political center of the Sorbian national minority, a community whose roots trace back over a millennium. Despite their small numbers, the Sorbs have managed to preserve a rich and distinctive cultural heritage. Renowned figures like… Continue reading The Sorbian National Minority in Germany: A Cultural Gem at Risk
If you are young, curious about Europe, and eager to make your voice heard, the European Parliament’s Youth Hub is a must-visit. This dynamic online platform brings together a wide range of opportunities for young people across Europe – from events and debates to educational programmes, internships, funding and much more.
Physical punishment can have lasting effects on children’s well-being, while positive parenting approaches help foster healthy development, confidence and mutual respect.
“We Children from Bahnhof Zoo” (1981) is a harrowing West German film based on the autobiographical book “Wir Kinder vom Bahnhof Zoo” by Christiane Felscherinow. The movie chronicles the real-life story of Christiane F., a teenager in 1970s Berlin who descends into drug addiction and prostitution. The psychological aspects of the characters in this film can be linked to real-life issues faced by individuals in similar circumstances.
On August 8, 2025, the European Media Freedom Act (EMFA) officially comes into force, introducing the first-ever comprehensive EU-level legislation dedicated to protecting media freedom, pluralism, and the independence of journalists. Although it primarily applies to EU member states, its influence will likely extend across Europe, especially in neighboring regions.
In a year marked by anticipation and historic milestones, Albania’s recent parliamentary elections captured the attention of both its citizens and the international community. These elections represented a critical turning point for the country’s future and brought with them major shifts, high hopes, and some controversy.
“We use cameras of their own making, we download pictures on computers we imported from them, we open the internet whose network they invented for us, we enter the Facebook that they chained us to, and we wear clothes with their brands written on them…”
Many of the young people you meet on the streets of Belgrade consider going abroad as either a temporary or permanent solution for their problems. How many of them actually go, where to and why…
In recent years, the digital life of Albanian youth has grown at an extraordinary pace, turning social media platforms into central spaces for communication, entertainment, and identity building. But alongside this rapid expansion, a troubling reality has taken shape…
People in the Balkans share quite an intensive amount of experiences, including their intertwined past but also present, especially in the cultural aspect. They share the same food, with some small regional variations, same expressions and mannerisms, and to some extent the same preference in music.
In the vibrant tapestry of Egypt’s youth, a persistent challenge weaves its way through the dreams and aspirations of young women – gender disparities. While progress has been made, societal norms and structural barriers continue to cast shadows on the opportunities available to these promising individuals.
I didn’t go to the European Youth Portal expecting much. Honestly, my first thought was: “Okay, another official EU page, probably full of complicated text and forms I’ll never understand.” But curiosity (and boredom) won, so I clicked…