2022 will be the European Year of Youth! What do you want the EU to do for you? What should the year change in your life?
written by Ksenija Petrović, Serbia
The European Union arguably faces its greatest crisis so far, with the covid-19 entering and United Kingdom definitely leaving its borders. But, what about Britain?
written by Ksenija Petrović, Serbia
Those who watch “pink and happy” broadcasters who brainwash the half-literate Serbian people every day, would certainly agree that this is a “golden age” for the country…
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.
written by CID, North Macedonia
In North Macedonia, the landscape of mental health among young people reflects a dynamic interplay of societal, economic, and individual factors. While the country boasts cultural richness and historical significance, the challenges surrounding youth mental health persist, demanding comprehensive attention and proactive measures to support the well-being of its younger generation.
written by Niko Jurić, Croatia
If you are young, curious about Europe, and eager to make your voice heard, the European Parliament’s Youth Hub is a must-visit. This dynamic online platform brings together a wide range of opportunities for young people across Europe – from events and debates to educational programmes, internships, funding and much more.
written by Ines Gjata, Albania
Albania is losing people fast, and EU membership could initially make it even easier for young people to leave. But could European integration ultimately turn brain drain into brain circulation and give young Albanians compelling reasons to come back?
written by Marija Đakonović, Montenegro
Revenge pornography is a form of cyber violence where explicit images or videos are shared or misused without the consent of the person depicted. While revenge pornography can impact individuals of all ages, young women and girls are the most frequent victims. Particularly alarming is the prevalence of this issue among minors, who may not fully understand the long-term repercussions of sharing intimate images.
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
written by Laura Fonseca, Colombia
Factors such as war, social injustice, corruption and the abandonment of the State have contributed to the decline and lack of opportunities for better social development and decent living conditions in Colombia…
written by Patricia Lourdez Diaz, Honduras
For the majority of Hondurans surviving on less than a dollar per day, the famous “American dream” seems like the best option, even though they know going to the States illegally bears risk of losing their lives…
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.