Author: WeBalkans

Velimir Milosev

Written by WeBalkans on 20 Jul 2020. Posted in YEA.

Country: Serbia

Interests: Human rights

Velimir Milošev is a human rights advocate and educator at heart from Novi Sad, Serbia, currently doing a Master’s in European Studies. He serves as President of the Governing Board of the National Youth Council of Serbia (KOMS), where he works on youth participation, civic space, and democratic governance, often in less-than-ideal conditions. Active in youth rights and regional peacebuilding, he mixes policy work with hands-on advocacy and education. His interests revolve around EU integration, human rights, and youth participation, with a focus on pushing for more open and inclusive societies across the region.

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Arjana Rudari

Written by WeBalkans on 20 Jul 2020. Posted in YEA.

Country: Kosovo Interests: Arts and design, Film and photography, Music, Youth activism, Environment

My name is Arjana Rudari. I was born and raised in a small town in Kosovo. I was the recipient of multiple scholarships from universities within and beyond Europe. After successfully completing my high school studies, I enrolled at the University of Prishtina, in the Department of Applied Economics in Business Management. During my time at university, I participated in a number of different international conferences. I won an Erasmus+ scholarship to study for a semester at Riga Technical University, prior to which I had completed an internship at the Ministry of Environment. After graduation, I was the project coordinator and manager at an NGO. I’ve dedicated most of my time to fighting various issues that are still present within our communities such as gender inequality, racism, and youth unemployment. I’m driven by dreams and passions. My work ethic and determination will not allow for my dreams to remain unfulfilled, so I’m always in a quest for a better tomorrow, while simultaneously growing and evolving.

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Dzulisa Otuzbir

Written by WeBalkans on 20 Jul 2020. Posted in YEA.

Country: Bosnia and Herzegovina Interests: EU, YOUTH

I am a 26-year-old student from Novi Travnik, Bosnia, currently pursuing a Master’s degree in International Relations and Diplomacy at the University of Sarajevo, with a particular focus on European affairs. I have a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations and Diplomacy. My primary reason for studying International Relations and Diplomacy is my desire to join forces with young people who are willing to make positive changes in Bosnia and Herzegovina and to help my country improve its standing at the international scene. Apart from learning experiences, a major part of my education path has been marked by volunteering engagements at the Hastor Foundation, where I work with young people from different parts of Bosnia and Herzegovina. My time there has helped me develop her leadership skills, while actually making an impact – thanks to her supervisors who not only recognized my potential but also created a supportive and positive environment for me to grow in and to improve my skills. My interests are very diverse, ranging from art and literature to sports and politics. You will often find me using my social platform networks to promote education, human rights, and freedoms.

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Cengic Benjamin

Written by WeBalkans on 20 Jul 2020. Posted in YEA.

Country: Bosnia and Herzegovina

Interests: Arts and design, Film and photography, Music, Youth activism, Environment

Being an active citizen in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina is sometimes quite difficult, but being an activist often seems like fighting with windmills. Working in the field of culture seems like pushing the rock uphill, but working on every new project is like building a tower of cards. In spite of the system being corrupt, complicated and rotten, we must work it. Every time we hit a wall on our way, we will paint it and find our way to move past it. Life is beautiful when you control it.

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Adi Softic

Written by WeBalkans on 20 Jul 2020. Posted in YEA.

Country: Bosnia and Herzegovina

Interests: Media, arts and culture, Business and Entrepreneurship

I bring a wealth of experience as a chairperson, with a proven track record in the entertainment industry, cultural and event management, public speaking, organizational leadership, and public relations. Holding a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and International Relations with minor in International Business from the University of Buckingham.

I proudly represented Bosnia as the sole participant included in Madonna’s ‘Art for Freedom’ project and engaged in cultural endeavors alongside distinguished figures such as Professor Ivo Josipović, the former president of Croatia. Over 10,000 individuals in my local community have been captivated by my performances, events, plays, and exhibitions.

I was the only young Bosnian interviewed by Newsweek magazine, discussing arts, youth activism, and the potential of Balkan youth in shaping culture. Moreover, the project ‘Ex Files Maglaj,’ which I co-founded, played a pivotal role in archiving photographs and artifacts following the Bosnian floods of 2014. Our exhibition not only showcases the city’s landmarks and forgotten sites, garnering regional recognition, but has also attracted over 7000 visitors and generated more than 1,000,000 online engagements.

Furthermore, as the chairman of the organization ‘Dictum Factum,’ I’ve facilitated numerous regional projects, providing youth interested in culture, education, entrepreneurship and social cohesion with invaluable opportunities. Notably, through our YEA Network, we successfully launched the Maglaj Spirit Weekend, a unique platform intertwining film, music, and discourse, fostering regional cooperation and preserving cultural heritage.

My entrepreneurial drive led me to secure the role of Members Relations Manager at ABSL, where I collaborate with the Bosnian and Herzegovinian business services sector, helping catalyse positive change and presenting my country and business opportunities on various scales.

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Armin Poljak

Written by WeBalkans on 20 Jul 2020. Posted in YEA.

Country: Bosnia and Herzegovina

Interests: International Relations, Media, arts and culture

“My name is Armin, I’m 23 and I’m from Sanski Most, a small town in the north-western region of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Currently, I am a postgraduate student of European Studies at the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia.

I always say that both peace and youth activism are my key interests, and while I was volunteering, I managed to obtain a basic education in both types of activism. This had a major influence on my decision to begin studying International Relations and Diplomacy and European Studies.

Currently, I also work at UNDP BIH on the EU4Agri project, an EU funded project, which aims to support the private sector in agriculture in Bosnia and Herzegovina.”

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Faris Delic

Written by WeBalkans on 20 Jul 2020. Posted in YEA.

Country: Bosnia and Herzegovina

Interests: Arts and design, Film and photography, Youth activism, Environment

I like to be with people who loves change
I attended to some seminars before 2 3 years which i showed in video.
I attend at schhol for young people at theatar of scenics art “Mladi Tuzle” and i finish first step to become theatre actor.
I like positive change in nature(clean actions,grow new trees and etc)

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Tarik Bičo

Written by WeBalkans on 20 Jul 2020. Posted in YEA.

Country: Bosnia and Herzegovina

Interests: Arts and design, Film and photography, Music, Youth activism, Environment, Sport

Tarik Bičo, producent, video autor, Young european ambassador

I am a producer, video author, and young European ambassador from Sarajevo. I am a graduate student in the Department of Production and Management at the Academy of Performing Arts in Sarajevo. For several years, I have been engaged in the production of digital content, focusing on videos, short films, and music videos. Through my videos, I creatively promote new positive local trends, blending with the popular scene, thus creating various mixed media activations for all individuals aiming to promote significant matters through their digital space.

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Cecilia Gàzulli

Written by WeBalkans on 20 Jul 2020. Posted in YEA.

Country: Albania

Interests: Arts and design, Film and photography, Music, Youth activism,Environment

As 2020 goes by, we are getting aware of how important diversity of all kind is, how important the Human Rights are, as they are more then ever being threatened by all these recent events happening all around the world. I always saw myself as a citizen of the world, not only Shkoder, not even only Albania. As a free thinker and visual artist, my art will forever serve the topics of Human Rights and Feminism.
I wanna be a pioneer of diversity to all my generation, as change begins from self.

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Erisa Zemzadja

Written by WeBalkans on 20 Jul 2020. Posted in YEA.

Country: Albania

Interests: Human Rights, International Relations

“I am currently serving as a Fellow at the Parliament of Albania, where I focus extensively on gender equality issues and women’s empowerment, while actively contributing to fighting gender-based violence.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Political Sciences & International Relations from Bahçeşehir University and a Master’s in Political Science from the Université Libre de Bruxelles.

After my studies, I worked in the non-profit sector in Brussels advocating for the rights of different groups facing inequalities and striving for a more inclusive society and women empowerment. Subsequently, I briefly engaged in academia and as a political research contributor.

Since my return to Albania, my primary focus has been on political research and activism. My work has been directed toward advancing human rights, fighting inequalities, and contributing to enhancing democracy.
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