In North Macedonia, as in many other countries, there is a growing disconnect between the needs of ‘smart kids’ and the realities of the traditional education system. While students are equipped with smartphones and tablets, their classrooms often lack the technology and resources necessary to facilitate innovative learning experiences. How can we bridge this gap and create a more equitable and effective education system for all?
written by CID, North Macedonia
In North Macedonia, the pursuit of education transcends the traditional boundaries of classroom learning. Amidst the structured academic framework, non-formal education emerges as a dynamic and impactful force, offering unique opportunities for personal development, skill enhancement, and societal enrichment.
written by Dubravka Ćosović, Serbia
In our analysis we will reflect on the efficiency of the most recent government measures combating youth unemployment in Serbia through its programme “My First Salary”…
written by Mbarka Zekri, Tunisia
In North Africa, the starting line for youth pursuing their dreams is not uniform. While some individuals are granted access to quality education, familial support, and opportunities, others contend with familial obligations, limited resources, and a lack of educational infrastructure. These factors establish a fundamentally uneven playing field.
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.
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.
INFO, KOMS
The second regional strategic meeting of the youth umbrella associations of the Western Balkans was held in Belgrade from November 5th to 7th.
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…
written by Youssef Chaat, Morocco
Fake news is a misleading or deceptive information deliberately created to manipulate opinions, generate clicks, or confuse the public. It can take different forms such as: news articles, decontextualized information, videos, manipulated images, or memes, and can spread quickly on social media, reaching a wide audience.
written by Ruta Pels, Eesti People to People, Estonia
The youth policy and youth work in Estonia is defined by many legal acts. According to the Youth Work Act, a young person is a natural person between the ages of 7 and 26. Youth work as a professional area is not defined in the Youth Work Act, however it is defined in Youth Sector Development Plan 2021-2035.
INFO, European Youth Portal
Each year the General Secretariat of the Council offers 4 types of traineeships: paid, unpaid, traineeships for students of national administration schools and special programmes for trainees with a disability.
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…