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.
written by Thamer Cherni , Tunisia
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, technology has emerged as a powerful tool that holds immense potential to enhance teaching and revolutionize learning experiences
written by Iva Radovic, Andjela Tomovic, Aleksandar Kovacevic, Montenegro
Currently recognized as the most advanced candidate in the enlargement process, Montenegro is maintaining a clear trajectory toward full European Union membership with a target date of 2028.
written by Arta Abduli, North Macedonia
KMOP, in collaboration with the Center for Intercultural Dialogue (CID), has published a comprehensive Needs Assessment Report as part of the PRECYOUS project – marking a significant milestone in advancing youth empowerment and inclusive policy-making in North Macedonia. The report offers a detailed analysis of the main obstacles hindering the participation of young people…
written by Jovana Spasovska, North Macedonia
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
written by Zhaklin Begaj, Albania
Albania’s journey toward European Union membership represents far more than a political or economic aspiration, it is a strategic and cultural commitment to becoming an integral part of the European family while remaining deeply rooted in its national identity.
written by Mohammed Amine El Khaldi, Morocco
Social intelligence has recently become a buzzword in human resources departments around the world, but researchers are coming out of their reservations to say it’s time to take social intelligence seriously.
written by CID team, North Macedonia
Several factors contribute to the high rate of youth unemployment in North Macedonia. One primary cause is the mismatch between the skills possessed by the youth and those demanded by the labor market.
written by Marija Đakonović, Montenegro
Psychedelic mushrooms and mental health Magic mushrooms, also known as psilocybin mushrooms, have been used for centuries in various cultural and spiritual contexts. Recently, these fungi have attracted the attention of the scientific community due to their potential therapeutic effects on mental health disorders. Are these mushrooms harmless and are there any risks? Mental health… Continue reading Therapeutic potential and risks of using magic mushrooms
written by Alesia Dodaj , Albania
In recent years, the digital life of Albanian youth has grown at an extraordinary pace, turning social media platforms into central spaces for communication, entertainment, and identity building. But alongside this rapid expansion, a troubling reality has taken shape…
written by Pavel Smulski, Estonia
The youth in Estonia aspires to earn an average of 1900 euros net, with their salary expectations increasing much faster than other age groups, rising by 18% over the past year. These findings were derived from a labor market study conducted by the job portal CVKeskus.ee and the agency Palgainfo.
written by Stjepan Benkus, Croatia
Digital activism has become a significant avenue for youth engagement in social movements, facilitated by innovative technologies and social media platforms. In an era where connectivity is instantaneous and information flows rapidly, young people have found new ways to participate in activism that are both accessible and impactful, transcending the boundaries of traditional protest methods.