In light of the European Year of Skills, on 7-10 December, WeBalkans project organized a YEA Summit. The summit organized in Budva Montenegro presented a significant opportunity for YEAs to engage with distinguished speakers and featured peer-to-peer workshops covering a range of topics including environmental protection, communication, project management, and human rights. These workshops served as valuable platforms for YEAs to further enhance their skills and knowledge while sharing their know-how.

The opening of the summit featured coffee with Ambassador Oana-Cristina Popa, followed by a plenary session with notable speakers, including Federica Mogherini on the “Future of Education in the Western Balkans.” Afternoon workshops covered green skills, communication strategies, and equality, concluding with group work and vibrant team-building activities.

On the second day Dr. Pilvi Torsti, Director of the European Training Foundation, delivered a keynote address, and YEA Awards honored six outstanding ambassadors. All in all, the conference provided a platform for YEAs to engage in impactful discussions, skill development, and community building, fostering a rich and memorable experience for all participants.