Physical punishment can have lasting effects on children’s well-being, while positive parenting approaches help foster healthy development, confidence and mutual respect.
written by Christian Nicolas Roig González, Paraguay
The lost navigator on the island where he was shipwrecked, as long as his only company is the projection of his own shadow, has no power, he only acquires power when the other participates in his adventures. On the surface, it is possible to conclude that when others enter the scene, the possibility of exercising power is born, however there are more nuances that must be taken into account…
written by Gustavo Valdez, Honduras
One of the burning problems in Honduras, labelled “the hidden pandemic”, is glowing in the background of the COVID-19 pandemic…
written by Lana Mašković, Montenegro
As Montenegro moves forward in its European Union accession process, the views of its academic youth reveal a landscape of divided opinions. For some students, and young academics, EU membership is seen as a natural and necessary step towards political stability, educational alignment, and institutional modernization.
written by Lena Popovski, North Macedonia
For decades, young people from the Western Balkans have lived between two worlds – one defined by borders, bureaucracy and post-conflict challenges, and another, just across those borders, shaped by freedom of movement, vibrant democratic values and economic opportunities. The second one is the European Union.
INFO, Serbia
As part of the MEDActive Youth: Informing the Balkans project, a textbook and curriculum on news literacy titled “Sorting Facts from Fiction: Critical Thinking vs. Information Disorder and Propaganda” have been developed. These publications represent a valuable resource – a comprehensive teaching material pack – for educating youth about news literacy and critical thinking. The… Continue reading Sorting Facts from Fiction – Textbook and Curriculum
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 Nikola Savić, Serbia
Sport plays an important role in everyday life in Serbia, especially football. For many young people, supporting a club is not just a hobby, but a clear part of their identity.
written by Oyunbayar Munkhbat, Greece
Does using AI help students learn more, or does it simply make it easier to complete the task? This article explores what AI literacy really means – and why knowing when to use AI, when to question it, and when to rely on your own thinking may be the most important skill of all.
written by Ksenija Petrović, Serbia
Those who watch “pink and happy” broadcasters who brainwash the half-literate Serbian people every day, would certainly agree that this is a “golden age” for the country…
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 Marina Medhat, Egypt
In the bustling streets of Egypt, where history echoes through ancient monuments, a new generation is emerging, eager to shape the future of their nation. Yet, the path to active civic engagement for many young Egyptians is strewn with barriers that hinder their participation in the democratic processes that underpin society.