YEA of the Month January 2025

My name is Sava and I am from Belgrade. I am currently enrolled in the Japanese Studies Programme at the University of Belgrade. I have taken part in many projects, be that the individual or ones ran by different organizations, such as ‘Climate Heroes’ by WWF. In that project, we had the opportunity to start our own initiatives to raise awareness of the climate crisis. Our team managed to incorporate art with the theme of climate change in the form of an art exhibition. I have also been an active member of a few student organizations. One of them was AIESEC where I helped organize conferences dedicated to youth mobility. I’m also a member of the Organisation of Serbian Students Abroad (OSSI) aiming to help and create opportunities for Serbian students.
I believe that the motivation for change is an important but mostly a short-term boost. What we need is drive – something we believe in to give us a push and make us remember our values.

YEA of the Month December 2024

“I hold a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations and Diplomacy from the Faculty of Political Sciences at the University of Sarajevo. Currently, I am pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Law at the same university.
During my studies in International Relations and Diplomacy, I extensively explored topics such as conflict resolution, international law, and global governance, providing me with a robust understanding of the complexities surrounding human rights issues. Transitioning to the field of Law has further has additionaly further equipped me with the legal knowledge and skills necessary to advocate for justice and equality, complementing my passion for human rights.
My journey started with volunteerism during secondary school, broadening my horizons and fostering a passion for activism and youth work. Over the years, I’ve organized numerous youth events and projects in Bosnia and Herzegovina and abroad, honing my skills and gaining valuable insights into myself and my aspirations. As part of my commitment to making a tangible impact, I have actively participated in community outreach programs, legal clinics, and other initiatives aimed at addressing socio-legal challenges faced by marginalized communities. From my involvement in a local NGO to my role as National Vice President of AIESEC in Bosnia and Herzegovina, each experience has been a stepping stone towards my goal of advocating for human rights.
My dedication lies in working with and for people, fueled by my educational background and years of activism.
Looking ahead, I am eager to leverage my interdisciplinary background and practical experiences to pursue a career dedicated to promoting and protecting the fundamental rights and dignity of all individuals.”

YEA of the Month November 2024

My name is Nikola Mihail Angelovski, but my friends call me Nino. I am from Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia. In 2022, I obtained my Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from The University of Sheffield, City College, in Thessaloniki, Greece. After graduating, I moved back to my home country and decided to put my knowledge into practice as the Head of Marketing in a company which produces bread and alimentary goods. One of my many interests is environmentalism, which developed as early as middle school through art projects created from recycled materials. It grew into passion during my high school days. In addition, the multicultural environment in the school showed me the importance of tolerance, integration and diversity. As a result, I hope to motivate the people in my community to use creativity while showing respect for the environment.

My experience of living abroad showed me the key values of the EU and in turn inspired me to become a Young European Ambassador. I am devoted to implementing these values in my work and social life in North Macedonia.

YEA of the Month October 2024

My name is Mirjon Mulgeci and i am from Albania. I am currently a law student and passionate on 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.

YEA of the Month September 2024

I’m Fatbardh Kabashi and I come from a grape-town in Kosovo called Rahovec. I am a young person who creates art, studies design and founded the social entrepreneurship ‘Wooden Eyes’, which creates arts-and-crafts products. I also support marginalised groups in various spheres.
I have participated in numerous youth workshops in Kosovo and have volunteered for numerous activities. I am in love with cities I have not seen, people I have not met and cultures I do not know, and this gives me the enthusiasm to take part in various workshops and activities. As I believe that young people have the strength to make a difference for the better, I work towards this at every given opportunity.
We have to be together, because together we are better. Together, we can change the world.

YEA of the Month August 2024

My name is Emilija and I am a student at the Faculty of Philology. I am also a bookworm, activist and writer. I am volunteering at Okular, as a content creator primarily for blog ‘Nek se čuje glas’ (Let the Voice Be Heard). I am also volunteering at ‘Novosadska ženska inicijativa’ (Novi Sad Women’s Initiative). I write poetry and some of my poems were published in online love poetry collections. I am working on my own poetry book.
What drives me to continue being active in my community are the changes that I could see after a project as well as reactions of my peers, family and friends but also people in the community. As a disabled person, I am interested in human rights and education for disabled persons.

YEA of the Month July 2024

I am a dedicated advocate for youth and environmental causes in Bosnia and Herzegovina. With a diverse background in project management, I led initiatives such as Climathon and TEDx, providing platforms for innovative ideas to thrive. I am a committed promoter of entrepreneurial spirit among youth, emphasizing the importance of green entrepreneurship and the development of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s innovation sector as pivotal for the country’s future. My dedication to fostering positive change and nurturing new ideas continues to inspire and empower the next generation of leaders in her community.

YEA of the Month June 2024

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.

YEA of the Month May 2024

Hi! I am Marija, an international politics and diplomacy student from Skopje.

Since I was 13, I have been passionate about giving back to my community. This led me to volunteer and become an activist for human rights and civic responsibility, exploring many opportunities through youth exchanges and workshops.

Environmental protection is my main focus, driving me to find innovative local solutions. Now, I am a social entrepreneur: CEO of O-krug, turning orange peel waste into products while employing marginalized youth; CMO of Mamaorgana, addressing food waste; and co-founder of eco-habitat.com, Macedonia’s first platform for eco-friendly products.

As Helen Keller said, ‘Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much!’

YEA of the Month October 2023

My name is Anđela Micić, Young European Ambassador from Montenegro.

I’m a journalist, PR and digital marketing manager. I am also part of the first editorial staff of the first youth online media in Montenegro – Makanje

My focus? Human rights, rights of girls and women, social justice and humanitarian work. I volunteered in several non-governmental organisations dedicated to children and youth education.