Apply for EDYN’s Political Messaging and Campaign Strategies Training Dates: 19 – 22 November 2026 (arrivals on Nov 19th and departures on Nov 22nd) Location: Bratislava, Slovakia Application: open on August 17, close on August 31 EDYN HQ is thrilled to open a call for applicatio
Lessons from the 2023 Banja Luka Attack When we think about disinformation and misinformation, our thoughts usually go to rigged elections, and other high-level political matters that alter decision-making processes. However, in practice, false information is more likely to affec
Co-hosted by the Global Democracy Coalition and the European Democracy Youth Network (EDYN) in Prague, the GDC Europe Forum 2026 put a spotlight on a rapidly shifting digital battlefield. Tools that sounded like science fiction five years ago, such as deepfakes, coordinated campa
Russia’s full-scale invasion has fundamentally changed the way Ukrainians understand security. Today, security is not limited to military capabilities or events on the frontline. It also includes resilient communities, psychological well-being, technological innovation, democrati
When I was elected President of the European Democracy Youth Network (EDYN) last November, I knew I was taking on a responsibility that extends far beyond managing an organisation. Today, EDYN brings together young leaders from many European countries, each facing different polit
“AI, Europe and the Future of Youth” Learn. Discuss. Co-Create EDYN HQ is thrilled to open a call for applications for the COMPASS Civic Incubator Lab Slovakia. This half-day participatory event is organized by EDYN within the COMPASS project, funded by the European Union through
EDYN HQ is thrilled to open a call for applications for a four-day study trip to Brussels in partnership with the Europe Office of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation (KAS), a German political foundation active worldwide in promoting democracy, the rule of law, and the social market e
On 12 April 2026, Hungary experienced a revolution at the ballot box. Voters did not simply remove Viktor Orbán from office; they dismantled the system he built. By every meaningful measure, the result was decisive. Turnout approached 80 percent, the highest in Hungarian history,
Written by Marie Kikvadze Member of EDYN Georgia Communications Expert in Climate, Energy & Just Transition Founder & CEO of UpComRise Agency When I first started working on climate and energy programmes, I thought the biggest challenge would be technical, understanding policies,
When people speak about the “last dictatorship in Europe,” they most often refer to Belarus, where freedom of thought and political choice has been practically abolished, journalists have been arrested or forced into exile, and—unfortunately—many members of EDYN are also fighting
The European Democracy Youth Network (EDYN) is now accepting applications for new members. Following the decision of Country Leads, recruitment is currently open in: Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Georgia, Hungary, Kosovo, Latvia, Lithu
Dear all, We warmly invite you to apply to our open call for our three-day-long training on youth-led advocacy for all Macedonians aged 18–35! KEY INFORMATION Date: Thursday May 14 – Sunday May 17 (with arrivals on Thursday evening and departures in the early afternoon on Sunday)
The New Generation of Integrity: How Ukrainian Youth Drive Anti-Corruption Change Written by Karolina Shmalko Deputy Chairman of EDYN Ukraine Over the past decade, Ukraine has been undergoing a difficult yet crucial path of transformation. One of the key driving forces behind the
Dear EDYN Members, Are you working on issues related to elections, disinformation, and/or AI? Would you like to contribute your experience to high-level discussions with policymakers, disinformation experts, and civil society actors – and actively help shape solutions, not just l
Rethinking Youth, Peace and Security in Europe Written by Gent Salihi Member of EDYN North Macedonia Security Sector Reform and EU Policy expert YDN member & Young European Ambassador Europe is often described as a space of stability, institutional maturity, and consolidated peac
Aligning the Promise: A Framework for Effective Youth Guarantee Implementation in BiH Written by Amila Husic Member of EDYN Bosnia and Herzegovina EDYN’s Leadership Council Member Jurist and Independent Researcher In a country struggling with youth unemployment and underemploymen
Finding a Home for Young Voices in Croatia Written by Anja Kolimbatovic Member of EDYN Croatia EDYN’s Secretary General and Leadership Council Member EU Policy expert Croatia’s modern history has been shaped by a series of decisive political and social changes through which the c
Universities and Student Engagement in South-Eastern Europe Written by Amila Memić Member of EDYN Bosnia and Herzegovina Quality Assurance officer Young European Ambassador for Western Balkans Students, Participation, and Quality Assurance When discussing the quality of higher ed
Dear all, Are you interested in grassroots activism, strategic communication with high-level decision-makers and EU representatives, and in becoming a leader for change in your community? Would you like to learn how to run an advocacy campaign but don’t know how to build a cross-
At the end of 2025, EDYN established a Supervisory Board further to strengthen its governance, transparency, and oversight framework. The creation of the Board reflects EDYN’s continued commitment to accountability and high organisational standards. The Supervisory Board is compo