Young people in North Macedonia continue to face employment challenges, pushing many to seek opportunities through digital work, civil society engagement or migration abroad.
written by Ines Gjata, Albania
Albania is losing people fast, and EU membership could initially make it even easier for young people to leave. But could European integration ultimately turn brain drain into brain circulation and give young Albanians compelling reasons to come back?
written by Sabina Selita, Albania
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a defining force of the 21st century, reshaping governance, economies, and societies worldwide. In Albania, the growing focus on AI reflects a broader commitment to digital transformation and innovation-led development.
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written by Stjepan Benkus, Croatia
Screens are everywhere. They rest in pockets, glow on desks, illuminate bedrooms, and quietly shape how young people think, feel, and connect. For many adolescents and young adults, digital spaces are no longer separate from “real life”, they are simply life itself.
written by Lazar Uzelac, Serbia
We remember and retell pranks from school, and in them there is always that “crumb of childhood”, naivety and clumsiness of youth. But, in the case of the professor from Trstenik, it about the intention to completely humiliate this professor, to, in the literal sense, make her fall on the floor and to immediately post video of this heinous act on social networks.
written by Sanin Bilić, Bosnia and Herzegovina
The youth in the Western Balkans show a wide range of attitudes when it comes to the EU and it is relevant core values. This is mainly due to the differing historical contexts, socio-economic conditions and the EU accession process.
written by Sandra Mikhael, Egypt
Each of us will likely face many challenges throughout our professional life. Each step in a career path can bring new expectations and obstacles to overcome. Preparing for these challenges, and learning tips and strategies to overcome them can help you be successful. In this article, we discuss a few of the most common employment challenges and tips you can utilize to overcome them.
written by Sara Dervishaj, Albania/Hungary
During the past year, the Covid-19 pandemic and the lockdown that followed as a result, affected the entire world at a large scale. Among the sectors of economy, tourism, education and also the private sector…
written by Džejlana Aganović, Bosnia and Herzegovina
In Bosnia and Herzegovina, and across much of the Western Balkans, young people often feel stuck between ambition and stagnation. While EU policies promote youth empowerment, democracy and inclusion, the reality on the ground often feels not as such.
written by Stjepan Benkus, Croatia
In contemporary society, the concept of health extends far beyond the mere absence of disease. It encompasses a comprehensive state of physical, mental, and social well-being. Historically, the focus has predominantly been on physical health, but there is a growing recognition of the importance of mental health.
written by Tarek Soliman, Egypt
In the bustling streets and neighborhoods of Egypt, a digital divide silently echoes through the lives of the youth. As technology becomes increasingly intertwined with education and economic opportunities, the disparities in access to digital tools and the internet pose significant challenges for many young Egyptians.