“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…”
Donald Trump’s election in 2016 In the digital age, social media platforms have revolutionized the way we consume news and information. Among these, Facebook stands out as a dominant force, influencing public opinion and even political outcomes. The 2016 U.S. presidential election, which saw Donald Trump emerge victorious, serves as a stark example of how… Continue reading How fake sites affect forming people’s opinion on Facebook
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.
Empowering the youth gives back to society by forging a strong generation of young people; a generation that is well equipped with knowledge, skills, and competence to contribute to society, and shape a better future. Empowering young generations makes an impact not only on the lives of young individuals but also on the well being of communities and nations.
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.
Some of the major problems in the Western Balkans Region include high unemployment rates, education and skills mismatch, emigration and “brain drain”, political disengagement, social exclusion and inequality. The causes of these problems are often multifaceted and very complex
The agriculture is a significant and one of the most important economic sectors in Macedonia. Some statistics show that agriculture contributes approximately 16 percent to the total GDP of the country, but the real share is possibly even higher, because these data are only a part of the value of the agricultural production of the small who sell their products themselves.
The recent election of Gordana Siljanovska as the first female President of Macedonia arguably marks a huge step towards the full emancipation of women in Balkan politics. Just a generation ago, such a thing seemed unimaginable, that even the male population would vote for a woman as their leader on popular elections. Therefore, this seems… Continue reading Macedonia’s Female Presidency: full emancipation of women
Every two years, the European Youth Event brings together at the European Parliament in Strasbourg thousands of young people from all over the European Union and beyond, to shape and share their ideas on the future of Europe.
On a summer evening, I was walking down Balkanska Street in Belgrade, the capital of Serbia. Despite the late hour, I saw that one of the shops selling drinks was still open. The owner of the shop was sitting outside and reading a newspaper under a lamp.
Ahead of the International Youth Day, marked on August 12, on August 5, in Belgrade representatives of six youth umbrella organizations from the economies of the Western Balkans signed a Memorandum of Partnership and Understanding.
For more than 50 years Colombia has been submerged in an armed conflict that has brought various consequences, among them the forced recruitment of children and adolescents, who are kidnapped by both guerrillas and paramilitaries to be able to continue the fight almost indefinitely…