Finland: The land of libraries

written by Slađana Ribać, Serbia

Finnish library services for children and young adults are an integral part of Finnish society, education and societal life. After World War II, Finland started a rapid rise towards being a modern nation. Reading as a pastime hobby gained popularity, there were more education possibilities, the level of education was on the rise and young people spent more years in school instead of starting to work early…



The Transformative Role of Non-Formal Education in North Macedonia: Empowering Youth Beyond Classroom Walls

written by CID, North Macedonia

In North Macedonia, the pursuit of education transcends the traditional boundaries of classroom learning. Amidst the structured academic framework, non-formal education emerges as a dynamic and impactful force, offering unique opportunities for personal development, skill enhancement, and societal enrichment.



Generation EU: A Youth Perspective from the Western Balkans

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.



Mental health of young people in the digital age: challenges and initiatives

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.



MediActive Youth Project
website created

INFO, CDER

As part of the “Transcontinental MEDIActive Youth: Africa on Board” project coordinated by CDER, a special website dedicated to media literacy and media activism of young people was created: https://mediactiveyouth.org The overall project objective is to build the capacity of youth organizations, youth workers and young people, and to develop new educational online resources in… Continue reading MediActive Youth Project
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New Hope for a Free and Inclusive Twitter?

written by Mehmet Demir, Germany

Recently, Musk posed a question to his audience on Twitter about whether the company should find a new CEO. This interaction with users showcases his openness to community opinions and willingness to listen to their voices. In the end, Musk fulfilled his promise and handed over the CEO position to Linda Yaccarino.



Hair Color Stereotypes

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.







Croatia’s Silent Dawn: Inside the Lives of the Foreign Workers

written by Matija Carević, Croatia

It’s early autumn morning. Maria sends a quick heart emoji to her family as she walks out of her small apartment. The streets are empty, the city still asleep, and the weight of a thousand kilometers lingers on her shoulders as she walks through the quiet dawn. She is one of thousands.