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CONNECT International stands for strengthening of democratic values and empowering of system of check and balances in our societies. Digital tools today provide us with a great opportunity to improve efficiency of democracy and democratic institutions, strengthen decision making processes and foster and empower youth participation. Therefore, we are using our work to put out these digital tools into action of making democracy more efficient and resilient.
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“Geltu!” A short film about hate speech
In September 2023, the short film ‘Geltu!’ (Barking) was shot in Iceland as part of the European project Before They Hate (B4H8). Coordinated by the Icelandic organisation Ofsi and supported by Connect International (Belgium), St Paul’s Youth Forum (Scotland), Center...
Hiking4Understanding Training is implemented in Serbia
The capacity-building training within the project "Hiking4Understanding - Empowering intergenerational understanding through educational hiking activities" was successfully implemented on Mountain Tara near Bajina Bašta in Western Serbia from May 31 to June 4, 2024....
Give it a listen! The live recording of the debate from the Digital Generation Voices in EU Elections is published
The live recoding of the debate from “Digital Generation Voices in EU Elections – Innovate Youth Involvement 2.0” that has been organised by Connect International and Out of the Box International is live now! The general managers of the organisations...
Take a look at the EU4YOUTH2ACT Infographics
Within the project EU4YOUTH2ACT a series of infographics was produced by partner organizations. Here you can explore the ones made by CONNECT International. YOUTH CHALLENGES Empowering Youth | Addressing Today’s Challenges with Tomorrow's Leaders...
Digital generation voices in EU elections – Innovate youth involvement 2.0
Connect International and Out of the Box international are proud to announce a roundtable on the upcoming European elections centering around young people and the digital transformation. May 17th 2024, in Brussels, we will host a roundtable with European Parliament...
The EAF event took place in Valencia, Spain
The fifth EAF event was implemented in the Maria Auxilladora School in Alegemesi, region of Valencia (Spain), from 23rd to 26th April 2024. The event brought together a diverse group of young people, youth educators, and media and policy experts and enabled them...
Listen to the new EU4YOUTH2ACT podcast: How young people can be empowered to be EU active citizens?
Connect International is a partner in the project EU4YOUTH2ACT, which is a dynamic and transformative initiative, designed to resonate with young people across Europe, particularly those facing social and economic challenges. At its heart, this project aims to...
Call for MEDIA AND POLICY EXPERTS @ “Europeans Against Fake News” event in Spain
Call for MEDIA AND POLICY EXPERTS @ “Europeans Against Fake News” event in Spain Are you sick and tired of people spreading false information on the topic in which you are an expert? Do you want to actively contribute to the fight against fake news? Are...
Call for YOUTH EDUCATORS @ “Europeans Against Fake News” event in Spain
Are you a youth educator willing to take part in tackling fake news and disinformation? Do you like to work in a collaborative and creative environment?...
Call for YOUTH VOLUNTEERS @ “Europeans Against Fake News” event in Spain
Do you want to meet young people from all around Europe? Are you ready to contribute to the implementation of an international youth event? Would you like to help with the creation of escape game challenges that will inspire your fellow citizens to confront fake news?...