Role of youth and Erasmus + programme in promoting reconciliation in deeply divided societies of the Western Balkans

written by Sanin Bilić, Bosnia and Herzegovina

In this article we will explore how does the EU contribute to the reconciliation process, promotion of multiculturalism and interethnic cooperation along with increasing overlapping identities through the Erasmus + programme.





Youth Participation in Decision-Making in Montenegro: A Comparative Analysis with Sweden

written by Milica Damjanović, Montenegro

In most European countries, the topic of whether young people are sufficiently involved in the decision-making processes that affect them and to what extent remains ever-relevant, continually raises new questions. The goal is to advance in all respects, focusing on education and the participation of those who are the future of their countries, which should always invest in the youth and foster their desire for activism and self-improvement. Annual research generates numerous conclusions, many of which remain largely unchanged from previous years.





The (negative) impact of social media on young people in Serbia

written by Lenka Nedeljkov Srbinoski, Romina Begaj, Serbia

Social media’s impact on mental health among Serbian youth is concerning. Platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat dominate their daily lives, and often promote some unattainable beauty standards and fostering feelings of inadequacy. These platforms serve as spaces where young people compare themselves incessantly to influencers and peers, which can cause anxiety and depression by its users.



MultiКулти Fest 2025: Celebrating International Youth Day

written by Arta Abduli Isaki, North Macedonia

On August 12, the MultiКултиYouth Center marked International Youth Day with its annual MultiКултиFest, a lively mini-festival that brings together young people, local artists, and the community to celebrate creativity, culture, and youth engagement. Now in its third consecutive year, the festival has become a key event for fostering self-expression and community spirit among youth.







The importance of science

written by Afraa Maiza , Tunisia

“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…”





Albania’s Historic Steps Towards EU Membership

written by Regis Shyti, Albania

Albania has been moving steadily along the path toward European Union membership, a journey marked by both historic milestones and persistent challenges. After decades of reform and adaptation, the European Commission has opened all chapters of the accession negotiations, signaling that Albania is now closer than ever to joining the European family.