European Youth Press: Here comes 2024!

 

Newsletter January 2024

Dear young media makers, Happy New Year! We're starting off 2024 with a lot of excitement. In February, our Executive Board will meet to plan out the year strategically, paving the way for what's to come. This year EYP will focus on the topic of Inclusion, advocating for a more diverse media landscape. We also have exciting news to share about our Orange Magazine. The team has been working hard, and we can't wait to tell you all about it. Keep on reading to find out more. Get ready for a year filled with new projects and cooperations. Find out more below, EYP Executive Board New youth exchange opportunity alert for German residents!    We are searching for 7 youngsters aged 18-30 and 1 group leader 25+ to participate in an awesome project in Armenia.  The project will take place between February 28 - March 6 at the stunning ski resort of Tsaghkadzor, Armenia. Participants will be accommodated in Hotel Alpina.  The Youth Exchange aims to improve youth participation in democracy, society, and culture while increasing youth knowledge of active, meaningful participation in local and regional life and local decision-making processes throughout Europe.  Accommodation & food are 100% covered by the organisers, travel expenses will be reimbursed up to €360,00.  Apply here. Applications are open until January 30th.   First meeting for our new project The first meeting of our project "Voices of the Next Generation: Future Decision-Makers on European Values and Citizenship" just ended successfully! We are very happy to be working on this project together with representatives from Czech Republic, Estonia, Spain, Italy and Romania. Over the next two years and in 5 youth exchanges, we will strengthen the cooperation between youth organizations to promote active citizenship and participation in democratic processes and create six short films that capture the vision of young people on European values.   Advocacy on Media Youth Skills Toolkit Youth Media Matters! And this is why we want to share all the tips and tricks from our #YouthMediaMatters Campaign with you. Learn how to actively advocate for the importance of Youth Media, how to deal with misinformation and how to approach reporting as a young journalist or media maker. Simply click here to download our Toolkit and level up your skills. Revival of Orange Magazine Orange Magazine is kicking off the new year with a burst of energy and fresh faces! We're thrilled to welcome Veronika Tubele, who will be leading our social media efforts. But that's not all – we're also introducing an (almost) completely new Core Members Team. In our inaugural Core Member meeting held just in time for the new year, we were joined by 10 enthusiastic young journalists. What makes it even more special is that they hailed not only from Europe but also from beyond its borders, embodying our shared commitment to inclusion. (Just like EYP, Orange Magazine is putting a spotlight on inclusion this year.) As EYP gears up to celebrate its 20th birthday, Orange Magazine has embarked on an exciting project – introducing EYP's Member Organisations to our audience. Get ready for insightful conversations and a closer look at the vibrant EYP community. Stay tuned for a year filled with growth, exploration, and captivating stories. Orange Magazine is ready to make waves in 2024! News & Opportunities Become a part of Newsroom 27   What? For 27 days, 27 young European journalists will work together to produce 27 reports on the concrete applications of cohesion policy. The reports will be published in various media across the EU. Application deadline: 15th February 2024 Get all info here. Intercultural media conference   What? The Belgian organization "What's Next Media" is hosting an intercultural media conference, "Youth and Media," aiming to address youth underrepresentation in European media. They are actively seeking European organizations interested in collaboration. When? Late fall 2024. Who can cooperate? European non-profit organizations that share the same values and goals of this project. Find out more here. Summer Academy of ifp   What? 3-week long Summer Academy for young German-speaking journalists from Central and Eastern Europe. When? From the 7th to the 26th July 2024 Application deadline: 15th February 2024 Find out more here. Arthur F. Burns Exchange Program   What? An exchange program that gives media professionals from the United States, Canada and Germany an opportunity to report from and travel in each other's countries. Each fellow will receive a US$4,000 living stipend and an additional US$1,500 for travel expenses.   Application deadline: For German applicants: Jan 31 For US and Canadian applicants: March 1st Find out more here. European Publishing Awards   What? The European Publishing Awards (EPA) recognise the best magazines, newspapers and digital media in Europe. Deadline: 1st February 2024 Find out more here.

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