The global MEDIActive Youth initiative continues!

written by INFO, Global

We are happy to announce that our Global MEDIActive Youth initiative continues to expand! The European Union approved our new Erasmus+ project called MEDIActive Youth: Informing the Balkans.

Youth Employment Struggles in Honduras: A Call for Action

written by Maria Sanchez, Honduras

According to recent statistics from the World Bank, Honduras has one of the highest youth unemployment rates in Latin America, with over 40% of young people between the ages of 15 and 24 unable to secure stable employment. This staggering figure not only reflects the economic challenges facing the country but also highlights the systemic barriers preventing young Hondurans from entering the workforce.

Reconsidering Education: Understanding Why Estonian Youth Drop Out and Delay Entry into the Labor Market

written by Pavel Smulski, Estonija

Youth, opting out of education and delaying entry into the workforce, face a growing problem. In the European Union, the proportion of unemployed young people aged 15 to 29 was 11.7%, and in Estonia – 10.6%, which is still too high. In the Netherlands, with their highly organized education system, this figure is only 4.2%.

Empowering Voices: Breaking Barriers to Civic Engagement Among Egyptian Youth

written by Marina Medhat, Egypt

In the bustling streets of Egypt, where history echoes through ancient monuments, a new generation is emerging, eager to shape the future of their nation. Yet, the path to active civic engagement for many young Egyptians is strewn with barriers that hinder their participation in the democratic processes that underpin society.

Uniting Communities Through “Born 2 Run” in Kumanovo

written by Arta Abduli, North Macedonia

On the 11th of November, the Center for Intercultural Dialogue (CID) proudly organized the 6th edition of the ‘Born 2 Run Race’ in Kumanovo. This highly anticipated event, featuring both a 3km and a 10km race, marked a celebration of unity, resilience, and community engagement.

Youth worker is a profession in Estonia

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.

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