Author: WeBalkans

Marija Blažević

Written by WeBalkans on 15 Nov 2022. Posted in YEA.

Country: Montenegro

Interests: EU integration, Environmental protection, Human rights

My name is Marija Blažević, I am 25 years old and I am finishing my master’s studies in international law. I have been involved in youth activism and volunteerism since high school. I love to travel and on every trip I learn something new. I like to learn about other cultures and to learn and take the best from everyone and everything and incorporate it in my life. Through all the activities, I met a large number of young, smart, ambitious young people who are ready to change society and their environment for the better. I participated in local, regional and international projects , including those organized by EU, Council of Europe, Erasmus+. I have been part of youth organisations, such as ELSA Montenegro, Network for youth activism, ADAMAS, AIESEC, and as part of AIESEC I was local committee president in Podgorica. On that position I worked with great people and together we inspired young people to travel, volunteer and take active participation in society. Together, through networking, we have always shown that we are a driving force and that our networking makes us stronger. My key areas as YEA are international relations and human rights. I am advocating about these topics, and always try to lead by example and show that a young person can have ideas which are heared, respected and can make a difference. I want young people to get more active, more open minded and realize how much power we have within us. Only like that we can make this region a better place for everyone. When we realise the differences are beautiful and we can all learn something from each other and be support at all times.

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Arlind Hamza

Written by WeBalkans on 15 Nov 2022. Posted in YEA.

Country: Kosovo

Interests: EU integration, Environmental protection, Arts and culture, Technology, Human rights, Health and well-being

My name is Arlind, I was born in Podujeva. I graduated with two different bachelor’s degrees at the same time and I am currently continuing my master’s studies in Health Economics. I have been involved in volunteer work and activism since elementary school. While I was in high school and later university, I was organising and participating in numerous volunteer activities and training courses in order to make my community better and develop myself further. I try contributing in the areas which my community is lacking the most. I never hesitate to give my contribution to health and education – the two key points which for me are alpha and omega. I am always striving to show commitment, leadership skills, and confidence by continuing my educational endeavors and continuously pushing myself towards becoming a better person.

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Elienta Culaj

Written by WeBalkans on 15 Nov 2022. Posted in YEA.

Country: Kosovo

Interests: EU integration, Arts and culture, Technology

Hi, I am Elienta Culaj and I’m a Young European Ambassador from Kosovo.
I am a graduate in the Faculty of Fine Arts in the field of Graphic Design.
In addition to my love for arts and design, I have been finding joy in volunteerism as an act of contributing to society.
My desire to change the world and make it a better place to live in has pushed me to be part of activism and change. I have been part of different local NGOs until I was chosen e Young European Ambassador in 2022.
I want to use this privileged role in order to connect and cooperate with the people whom have the same vision and aims in life as to change the society for the better!

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Ademir Ćosićkić

Written by WeBalkans on 15 Nov 2022. Posted in YEA.

Country: Bosnia and Herzegovina

Interests: Business and Entrepreneurship, International Relations

I see myself as a visionary engineer and business-minded individual with a passion for social activism and sustainable development. As a Young European Ambassador for the Western Balkans, I am dedicated to promoting intercultural dialogue and cooperation. With a background in Chemical Engineering and Technology, I have experience on working as an engineer in the chemical industry. I was selected as a Climate Connection Fellow by Das Progressive Zentrum, a Berlin-based think tank, and supported as a future climate leader from South-Eastern Europe and the Western Balkans. I have extensive experience in the NGO sector and I showed commitment to making a positive impact in his community through volunteer work and social activism. I have gained extensive informal education and experience in the non-governmental sector, where I have been active since 2016. I volunteered and participated in numerous projects, conferences, and festivals such as BH Engineering Weeks Tuzla, the Tuzla Kids Festival, and the Festival of Contemporary Women in Tuzla. I was also part of three ERASMUS+ supported short projects held in Portugal, Germany, and Croatia. i have experience working in the elections sphere for two election cycles as a long-term observer for ‘Koalicija “Pod Lupom”’ and contributed to better, fairer, and more democratic elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina. I have been a volunteer and youth worker on projects supported by World Vision Bosnia and Herzegovina, mostly facilitating Life Skills workshops for kids and youngsters. During my career as an activist, I have realized that only through inclusion, engagement, and proactivity can things change for the better on individual pathways and at collective levels. My business mindset comes from experience in running an eCommerce business, including sales and digital marketing. Regarding hobbies, I am undergoing sailplane piloting education. Combining my technical expertise, social impact experience, and business mindset, I am eager to collaborate with like-minded professionals and organizations to make meaningful progress.

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Amila Memić

Written by WeBalkans on 15 Nov 2022. Posted in YEA.

Country: Bosnia and Herzegovina

Interests: Human Rights, International Relations

My name is Amila Memić, I’m from Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. I have a BA in Law and I’m currently pursuing a LL.M. degree in Civil Law, with a curriculum that includes various EU-dedicated courses. I have been recognized as one of the best students with the Dean’s Award for academic excellence.
Currently I work as a legal intern at the Municipal Court Mostar and I’m member of EDYN (European Democracy Youth Network).
An important part of my educational journey has been marked by volunteering in UNICEF’s law clinic ‘Pravda za svako dijete’ (‘Justice for Every Child’), focused on children’s rights and providing free legal aid to underprivileged citizens. Projects like this are crucial for our society because a significant number of people in Bosnia and Herzegovina do not have access to courts.
In addition, I have participated in numerous domestic and foreign conferences, winter&summer schools and projects, such as the UNHCR’s Refugee Law Clinic, USAID and Emmaus’ Victim-centred Approach to Prevention of Trafficking in Persons in BiH, Student Law Practicum – National Centre for state courts in BiH, OSCE II School of Media Law on freedom of expression on social media, European Youth Parliament Days 2019, and UNIGEM Winter School on gender and globalization. I am also the author of a scientific paper published by the University of Sarajevo and TPO Foundation. European values have always been a significant part of my journey. I truly believe in the importance of the rule of law, EU values, and EU integration, as they can contribute to correcting flaws in our legal and judicial system, helping our economy flourish, and stopping the brain drain of youth.
As a Young European Ambassador, third generation, I’ve had the opportunity to participate in various workshops and events, such as the European Youth Event in Strasbourg, IYC Kruševo, Right to Justice, YEA Summit, serve as a panelist at several events, and lead two Media and Information Literacy workshops in two primary schools in Mostar.

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Nikola Kandić

Written by WeBalkans on 15 Nov 2022. Posted in YEA.

Country: Bosnia and Herzegovina

Interests: EU integration, Human rights, Health and well-being

My name is Nikola and I am a lawyer, youth worker, and storyteller from Bosnia and Herzegovina. As a jurist with experience in the field of law, the media and the non-governmental sector, I try to find new models for cooperation with young people. As a youth community leader, I have been honoured to be part of groups such as EDYN and the OSCE Youth Advisory Group. My youth work evolved from activism to working in an umbrella youth organization. There, I strive to improve the position of young people, develop stronger regional cooperation, and question the problems of marginalized groups. I currently work in the IT sector, but I dedicate my free time to working with young people and volunteering in various non-governmental organizations in Sarajevo. Thanks to many years of dancing and other forms of creative expression, I developed new techniques and tools, games and learning concepts. I published a collection of short stories ‘Nesavršena’ (‘Imperfect’), and authored several research papers and policy briefs.

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Silvana Farruku

Written by WeBalkans on 15 Nov 2022. Posted in YEA.

Country: Albania

Interests: EU integration, Environmental protection, Human rights, Health and well-being

My name is Silvana Farruku. I’m a PhD Candidate in Linguistics at University of Regensburg in Germany, a book editor, researcher, volunteer, and human rights activist. In the recent years I have developed a special interest in politics and history, while trying to incorporate them on my linguistic studies. I thrive on initiating discussions and encouraging my peers to do the same. My academic journey led me to earn a Master of Science in Contemporary Linguistics from the University of Tirana and Humboldt University of Berlin.
I firmly believe in the power of language and its impact on society. In today’s digital age, where a single message can sow love or hate in an instant, it’s imperative to educate youth about its potential for both creation and destruction. I advocate for proactive engagement rather than passive complaint to shape a better future.
Having spent nearly a year as an Erasmus+ student in Germany and gaining a research fellowship at University of Regensburg in 2023, I am poised to champion European values and inspire others to participate actively in decision-making processes. I am confident that the youth will drive the necessary changes in Europe, steering it towards a more inclusive and progressive path.

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Rexhina Pelivani

Written by WeBalkans on 15 Nov 2022. Posted in YEA.

Country: Albania

Interests: Environmental protection, Arts and culture, Technology, Human rights, Health and well-being

Throughout the discovery of myself, I am convinced that my life mission lies between two poles: the love for humanity and the world. Between the two lies a whole field, which has supplied energy to the efforts of a girl for revolt, freedom, and emancipation. Who am I? My name is Rexhina Pelivani, a student interested in art and science following her passion for Pharmacy at the University of Medicine in Tirana. You can also call me the missionary girl who tried to leave an impression on every volunteer mission through originality, creativity, compassion, and commitment regardless of fatigue. My voluntary efforts with visionary and forward-looking young people in medicine, culture, human rights, environmental protection, art and technological development have made me love activism more and more.

How wonderful it is to have courage and fight! ‘Turning my Keratoconus into an artwork’ is my creative weapon and my actual artistic revolt against the negligence of health institutions.

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Mirjon Mulgeci

Written by WeBalkans on 15 Nov 2022. Posted in YEA.

Country: Albania

Interests: International relations, Human Rights

My name is Mirjon Mulgeci and I am from Albania. I am a lawyer by profession and besides that, I am passionate about international relations, politics and human rights. I strongly believe in the power of knowledge and education and the transformative power of youth. As a Young European Ambassador, I advocate for the crucial role of young people on shaping the future of their countries. I am also committed to promote European values mostly focused towards integration within the European Union. Through my role as a YEA, I strive to build up a better understanding of European democratic principles among young people and advocate for their active participation on shaping the European future.

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Kleidi Memo

Written by WeBalkans on 15 Nov 2022. Posted in YEA.

Country: Albania

Interests: EU integration, Human Rights,

My name is Kleidi Memo and I am studying International Relations at the University of New York Tirana. I started my activism and volunteering path at Blueprint and afterwards in October 2022, I was elected as an Young European Ambassador. Since my childhood and teen years I have always continued to be eager and motivated to give my contribution to Democracy, European Integration, Human Rights and other areas in my country. My long term goal is to bring a change in my country and help it on the path of European Integration. Where I come from we brought democracy with the dream of wanting Albania to be like the whole Europe, a free and democratic country as part of the EU. Therefore, I want to see this dream become true by giving my full contribution to it.

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