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Behind the scenes of preparing the Putem sporta programme
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Putem sporta April 16, 2026

Behind the scenes: preparing a regional programme

A look from Belgrade at the preparation of the Putem sporta programme — ideas, teamwork and a shared vision connecting cities.

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Putem sporta — Spirit of Youth heads to Europe
Putem sporta April 10, 2026

Putem sporta: Spirit of Youth heads to Europe

Spirit of Youth launches a regional programme across 8 cities — from Ljubljana to Skopje, with the closing conference on Zlatibor.

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Volunteering in Serbia — encouraging figures
Volunteering March 14, 2026

Volunteering in Serbia — encouraging figures

More than 180,000 young people in Serbia took part in some form of volunteering during 2025, a 23% increase from the previous year.

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Youth mental health
Health March 5, 2026

Youth mental health — what local research shows

One in three young people aged 18 to 29 reports symptoms of chronic stress, and only a small proportion seek professional help. What can we do?

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New youth strategy
Youth policy February 18, 2026

New youth strategy — a chance to make our voice heard

The draft National Youth Strategy 2025-2030 is open for public consultation. Spirit of Youth is preparing its response and inviting organizations to contribute.

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European Youth Capital 2026.
Youth policy January 8, 2026

European Youth Capital 2026.

More and more cities are developing initiatives that encourage active youth participation in community life.

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Erasmus+ and new opportunities
Erasmus+ February 3, 2026

Erasmus+ and new opportunities

The European Commission has announced a record budget for youth exchange programs in 2026, with a strong focus on digital skills and social inclusion.

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Sport as a tool for youth development
Sport January 22, 2026

Sport as a tool for youth development

Sport is increasingly used as a tool for developing skills and strengthening communities, becoming a growing framework for working with young people beyond the field.