In 2021 a young Polish woman, Izabela, was admitted to the hospital due to pregnancy complications. Her fetus had many problems and disorders and could not survive. But doctors were hesitant to operate on her because of a new law in Poland that bans abortion except in cases of incest and rape. Isabella’s condition worsened. She texted her mother: “my temperature is rising, I don’t think they will operate on me until the fetus’s heart is beating, and by then I could get sepsis.” She died a few hours later.
written by Marija Marinković, Serbia
The news that 14-year-old Mahir Rakovac from Sarajevo killed himself at the end of 2014. after harassing a student from the Turkish-Bosnian school he attended would not be complete if we did not mention that the unfortunate boy lived in a nationally mixed, Croat-Muslim family…
written by Mehmet Demir, Germany
Utilizing advanced artificial intelligence techniques, deepfake poses a significant threat to media freedom, truth, and democratic society. It allows the creation of realistic yet manipulated video clips. Through generative neural networks it can mask the faces and voices of well-known figures, creating compelling but false recordings.
written by Pavel Smulski, Estonia
In Estonia, you can study youth work at three universities: Viljandi Culture Academy, Narva College, and Tallinn University. All three programs provide students with fundamental knowledge in the field of youth work.
written by Gustavo Valdez, Honduras
One of the burning problems in Honduras, labelled “the hidden pandemic”, is glowing in the background of the COVID-19 pandemic…
written by Vanja Gojić, Bosnia and Herzegovina
In the heart of the Germany’s Lausitz region, Bautzen is not just another picturesque town. It is the cultural and political center of the Sorbian national minority, a community whose roots trace back over a millennium. Despite their small numbers, the Sorbs have managed to preserve a rich and distinctive cultural heritage. Renowned figures like… Continue reading The Sorbian National Minority in Germany: A Cultural Gem at Risk
written by Marija Radović, Montenegro
Donald Trump’s election in 2016 In the digital age, social media platforms have revolutionized the way we consume news and information. Among these, Facebook stands out as a dominant force, influencing public opinion and even political outcomes. The 2016 U.S. presidential election, which saw Donald Trump emerge victorious, serves as a stark example of how… Continue reading How fake sites affect forming people’s opinion on Facebook
written by Marina Michel, Egypt
Cultural and religious norms, deeply rooted in the tapestry of Egyptian society, play a profound role in influencing the perceptions and choices of the youth.
written by Milica Damjanović , Montenegro
With globalization, its key principles, and the expansion of opportunities for connection, exchange of ideas, and cooperation in all its aspects, serious global problems are also developing. One of the biggest is the prevalence of hate speech, where the growth trend is increasing. The existence and expansion of social networks where this problem is most prevalent gives this phenomenon a greater opportunity for development.
written by Marina Medhat, Egypt
Media misinformation and disinformation is a major worldwide problem, as media plays a big role everyday in our lives. Everyone uses media for different purposes. In today’s society, it’s hard to tell what’s true and what’s fake!, and we have seen more and more people fall victim to media – induced confusion, believing all kinds of fake stories which leads to unnecessary drama.
written by Ena Duranović, Bosnia and Herzegovina
”Two schools under one roof” is a phenomenon that has existed in the educational system of Bosnia and Herzegovina since 2003. Bosniak and Croat children go to schools located in the same buildings, but attend different curriculum programs, using different textbooks and languages…
written by Valentina Hrabovski, Serbia
In today’s world, social media can pose a significant problem for young athletes. Fans and people who follow a particular club always expect something big, and when a young athlete appears on the team, fans often lack patience and comment negatively about him/her.