The Youth Media Literacy Declaration calls on youth and civil society organisations, educational institutions and media actors across Europe to support stronger youth media literacy and critical thinking.
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 Novica Stojanovic, Serbia
The Balkans region has a long history of conflict and division. However, there is also a strong tradition of youth cooperation in the region, which has the potential to play a positive role in building peace and stability.
written by Amina Vejselovic, Bosnia and Herzegovina
“I am not a person – I am a long list of assumptions.” An Unknown Source Have you ever noticed how people often make snap judgments based on hair color? Hair color generalizations are inescapable in society, forming recognitions and affecting how people are treated both actually and professionally.
written by Aleksandra Bogdanovska, North Macedonia
A person dealing with mental disorder has historically been looked down on, shamed or excluded from normal everyday activities. Although, some mental illnesses or disorders can make a person sometimes violent or unpredictable, this is often vastly exaggerated by the media…
written by Alex Groza, Romania
Can you spot fake news before it fools you? Discover the essential media literacy and fact-checking skills every young person needs to navigate today’s digital world.
written by Ena, Aleksandra and Milena, North Macedonian team, North Macedonia
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.
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 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 Daniela Morales, Mexico
The “Muertas de Juárez” continues to be an open wound in the collective imagination of Mexico, in the face of violence and impunity, especially in the case of crimes against women…
written by Nikola Srećković,, Serbia
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.
written by Vanja Gojić, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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