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English Shqip Bosanski Македонски Crnogorski Srpski EU in Action Overview Albania and the EU Bosnia and Herzegovina and the EU Kosovo and the EU Montenegro and the EU North Macedonia and the EU Serbia and the EU Areas of EU support Connectivity Digitalisation Energy Transport Culture and youth Art and culture Sport Youth Democracy and fundamental rights Civil society Media freedom Rule of law, security and migration Economy Business and SME support Competitiveness and growth Environment Climate action Environmental protection Rural development Equality and fair society Employment and inclusion Healthcare Innovation and skills Education and training Innovation and research Regional cooperation Common regional market Cross-border cooperation Reconciliation Back Opportunities Stories Publications Campaigns Your story our future Together it’s possible Made of us Back News YEA About YEA Network Meet the YEAs YEA of the month Events Podcasts Become a YEA FAQ YEA Blog Back Home EU in Action › Opportunities Stories Publications Campaigns › News YEA › English Shqip Bosanski Македонски Crnogorski Srpski ← back Overview Albania and the EU Bosnia and Herzegovina and the EU Kosovo and the EU Montenegro and the EU North Macedonia and the EU Serbia and the EU Areas of EU support › Connectivity › Culture and youth › Democracy and fundamental rights › Economy › Environment › Equality and fair society › Innovation and skills › Regional cooperation › Digitalisation Energy Transport Art and culture Sport Youth Civil society Media freedom Rule of law, security and migration Business and SME support Competitiveness and growth Climate action Environmental protection Rural development Employment and inclusion Healthcare Education and training Innovation and research Common regional market Cross-border cooperation Reconciliation ← back About YEA Network Meet the YEAs YEA of the month Events Podcasts Become a YEA FAQ YEA Blog ← back Your story our future Together it’s possible Made of us MADE OF US Our 12 vloggers on the road across the Western Balkans. FIND OUT MORE #YEStoYEA Discover the YEA Network DISCOVER MORE #EUandYou Discover our stories from the Western Balkans DISCOVER MORE Albania Bosnia and Herzegovina Kosovo Montenegro North Macedonia Serbia Western Balkans - rule of law stability pact economic growth potential candidate countries accession to the eu western balkan countries eu membership candidate status european union + commission STORIES FROM THE WESTERN BALKANS Real people, true stories Discover how creative and innovative ideas come to life throughout the Western Balkans with the support of the European Union. Art and culture Balkan Trafik Festival - A Symphony of Cultures in Brussels Read more Education and training LePetit.app: Heartfelt stories and speech therapy for children in Bosnia and Herzegovina Read more Regional cooperation A Big Step: Bosnia and Herzegovina Starts Joining the EU Read more Employment and inclusion The Yeast grows, the business thrives: How Dragana’s baking business supports her returnee family reintegration How Regional Returnee Reintegration Project, implemented by UNDP and funded by the EU is helping vulnerable returnees build a better future back home. Read more See all stories LATEST OPPORTUNITIES FROM THE EU Discover opportunities LEARN MORE Youth4Regions – The Programme for Aspiring Journalists Youth4Regions is the European Commission’s initiative designed to educate journalism students and young journalists about the EU’s impact in their regions. The programme offers comprehensive training, mentorship with top journalists, participation in EU Regions’ Week, and visits to EU media headquarters and institutions, along with a chance to join European Commission press trips. All accommodation, food, and travel expenses are covered by the programme. Applicants should have a keen interest in EU activities, a background in journalism (through education or up to 2 years of professional experience), be citizens of the EU or neighbouring countries aged between 18 and 30, and be available from 5 to 11 October 2024. The application period is open from 8 April until 8 July, 17:00 CET. Interested candidates must demonstrate a strong interest in journalism to be eligible. For more information and to apply, please visit our application portal and seize this unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of EU journalism. Training courses & educational programmes Journalists & media organisations 08/07/2024 LEARN MORE LEARN MORE Culture Moves Europe call for artists opens again The second call for individual mobility of artists and cultural professionals is now open for submission of applications for mobility grants to 40 Creative Europe countries, including Western Balkans. Artists and cultural professionals in the following sectors may apply: architecture,cultural heritage,design and fashion design,literature,music,visual arts and performing arts. Training courses & educational programmes Artists & culture organisations 31/05/2024 LEARN MORE See all opportunities LATEST NEWS Keep updated Find out the latest on EU-related activities and events in the Western Balkans. EU commits to unlocking €750 million in funds to boost small businesses in the Western Balkans 29 April 2024 Mayors in the Western Balkans and Türkiye honoured for championing Roma communities 11 April 2024 EU commits record €6 billion to Western Balkans for growth 5 April 2024 YEAs AL meet with MEP Isabel Santos 1 April 2024 See all news Made of us What is the future made of? Six pairs of young vloggers went on a road trip to uncover the answer. They ventured to captivating destinations in the Western Balkans and engaged with the local entrepreneurs supported by the EU, sharing their experiences and highlighting the existing opportunities in the region on their social media. Find out more Different personalities same enthusiasm. This is YEA ! We believe the young generations are the real driver for change. That is why the Young European Ambassadors in the Western Balkans attend training events, courses, seminars and workshops that provide them with all the tools they need to become great influencers in their community and inspire a positive social change for the future. Have a look at our past and next events and stay connected to know more about upcoming projects in YEA section of the website! YEA EVENTS Who is going to win? You decide! It’s finally time to vote! Who’ll be the next group of YEAs to serve as the voice of Western Balkan youths? Choose your favourite candidate and vote for your future Young European Ambassadors! VOTE . Find out more on how we use cookies and how you can change your settings . I accept cookies I refuse...