EUROPEAN YOUTH PRESS NEWSLETTER

 

Newsletter April 2025

Dear young media makers, As we welcomed April, let’s take a look at what’s ahead!  Welcome to the New Advisory Board & Treasurer We’re excited to introduce our newly elected Advisory Board members and Treasurer—ready to strengthen EYP’s mission in 2025!  Welcome our New Financial Officer Julia Fedlmeier, its our new Financial Officer at European Youth Press!  We’re thrilled to have her on board as we continue empowering young media makers across Europe in 2025 and beyond!  Upcoming Events  WEXFO More Young Voices – A fully funded Erasmus+ exchange in Norway, exploring freedom of expression.  FOMO - Forum of Member Organisations – A four-day event in Berlin for the MO's to connect with each other. Let’s make this month one of collaboration, learning, and growth. Stay connected and be part of the journey! EYP Executive Board. FOMO | FORUM OF MEMBER ORGANIZATION The FOMO event will take place in late May 2025 in Berlin, Germany, bringing together one representative from each Full and Observer Member Organisation of the European Youth Press (EYP). Unlike the formal General Assembly in Autumn 2025, FOMO is a relaxed gathering featuring workshops and networking opportunities focused on inclusion in media production. Participants will take part in study sessions, lectures, and workshops to explore how constructive dialogue fosters understanding, enhances storytelling, and promotes more inclusive and impactful media practices. Click here and apply! Executive Board Meeting – Lisbon, March 7-9, 2025  From March 7-9, 2025, the Executive Board gathered in Lisbon, Portugal, for a productive session focused on key priorities for the months ahead. Discussions covered FOMO, PulseZ, and the upcoming General Assembly, alongside updates on ongoing projects, partnerships, and internal developments. The meeting also included strategic planning sessions to strengthen EYP’s initiatives and ensure alignment with its long-term goals. To round off the day, the board met with Mónica, President of AEQUALITAS, for dinner at a traditional Portuguese Tasca, fostering valuable exchanges on youth and media representation.    Voices of the Next Generation – Youth Exchange in Sighișoara, Romania  From March 19–26, 2025, young people from across Europe came together in the heart of Sighișoara, Romania, for the Voices of the Next Generation youth exchange. Hosted by Asociația AUM, the week was filled with dynamic workshops, engaging discussions, and cultural activities centered around solidarity, volunteering, and social inclusion. Participants explored themes like democracy, public participation, and the importance of youth voices through non-formal education methods, all while forming connections and memories that will last a lifetime. A big thank you to everyone who made this experience so impactful—we can’t wait to see how these young changemakers will continue to raise their voices across Europe!    Constructive Media Campaign 2025 – Shaping the Future of Journalism This year, European Youth Press is launching the Constructive Media Campaign 2025, a movement to promote solution-oriented, future-focused, and empowering journalism. Our goal is to shift media narratives towards impactful storytelling that informs, inspires, and drives change. Through our content production, discussions, and collaborations, we’ll equip young journalists and content creators with the tools to produce engaging, ethical, and action-driven media. Stay tuned for opportunities to participate and be part of a new era of journalism!  Click here and visit our website for more information. Pulse Z: A New Era of Digital Democracy for Young Voices!  We’re proud to announce that pulse-z.eu is officially up and running—your new go-to digital platform to amplify youth voices across Europe. Powered by eight organizations from seven countries, including European Youth Press, PulseZ is more than just a media project. It’s a youth-driven, cross-border movement for aspiring journalists, activists, and content creators to explore democracy, tell powerful stories, and shape the future of media.  Whether you’re looking for training, mentorship, or the chance to publish your work—this is your space to grow, connect, and make an impact.  Dive in at pulse-z.eu  And follow the journey on Instagram: @pulsez.official Your voice matters—let’s make it heard!  How to become an EYP Member Organisation Are you interested in joining a vibrant network of youth media organisations across Europe? Becoming a member of the European Youth Press (EYP) offers you the opportunity to collaborate with like-minded organisations, participate in impactful projects, and contribute to a collective mission of empowering young journalists and promoting democratic values. To apply for membership, simply fill out the application form by clicking here. After submitting the form, please send the requested documentation to us. We will review your application and get in touch with you once the evaluation process is complete. Join us and be part of a dynamic community that shapes the future of youth media in Europe! If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to us. We look forward to welcoming you to the European Youth Press network!

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