Air, shade, and a TikTok break: Why Gen Z needs more green spaces?

written by Anja Matić, Croatia

It often feels like we just can’t catch a break. Gen Z is facing tough challenges: mental health struggles, the pressures of social media, uncertainty about the future, unemployment, and economic insecurity. We also deal with climate anxiety, social inequality, and the feeling that our voices aren’t being heard.



The Return of the Debate on Abortion

written by Marija, Augusta and Gabriele, Lithuanian team

The issue of women’s right to abortion, after effectively being resolved decades ago with the worldwide consent about it, is currently returning with a vengeance. It is particularly discussed nowadays when taking into consideration that various countries are making it illegal…



Financial Education for Young People:
The Importance of Game-based Learning Method

written by Marija Marinković, Serbia

Financial freedom is a dream for many people, and to achieve it, we must be financially literate. However, in Serbia, as in many other countries, formal education does not provide enough financial education and young people often are not sufficiently prepared for independent living after schooling.





Media literacy training for youth workers successfully implemented

INFO, CDER

Within MEDIActive Youth project on media literacy, the training course has been successfully held in Belgrade from 25th June to 2nd July 2022. The training, hosted by Centar za drustveno ekonomski razvoj (CDER), had 21 youth worker participants, 3 from each partner NGOs. It was led by experienced CDER trainers. The goal of the training… Continue reading Media literacy training for youth workers successfully implemented





Success and problems of Estonian youth

written by Pavel Smulski, Ruta Pels and Denis Poljakov, Estonia

Estonia is the leading education nation in Europe. Best in PISA tests, country became a role model for digital education and remote learning, but salaries are lower than in Western Europe. The only promising and well paid sectors are management and IT. Not all specialists can find work in these areas…







SOCIAL MEDIA’S NEGATIVE IMPACT ON MENTAL HEALTH

written by ALEKS NAKOVIKJ, North Macedonia

INTRODUCTION Social media is a revolutionary internet platform that has drastically altered people’s perceptions of the world and has become an integral part of our society. As technology evolves and expands, social media is becoming an essential tool for daily social interaction. The fact that nearly 2.65 billion people use social media on the internet… Continue reading SOCIAL MEDIA’S NEGATIVE IMPACT ON MENTAL HEALTH





AI, Reform, and the Western Balkans’ Digital Future

written by Sabina Selita, Albania

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a defining force of the 21st century, reshaping governance, economies, and societies worldwide. In Albania, the growing focus on AI reflects a broader commitment to digital transformation and innovation-led development.