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Out and About: Searching for Peace in Unlikely Places
Following the traces of World War II in the Baltics, Sheenagh from Ireland stumbled across the transformative impact of exploring war memorials, concentration camps, and the power of shared experiences.
The Language of Democracy: Dealing with Dissent
What does democracy mean in daily life? How to democratically deal with dissent? During the EUSTORY Youth Activities 2021, Ana from Portugal and Fiona from Germany got in touch with the Betzavta Method for the first time... (more)
Greece: The End of the Show
When dreams come true: With a trip to Greece, the students' theatre group "In Albis Teatro" got closer to the heroes, gods and villains of the Greek drama plays than ever before...
Home Altar: A Gate to my Family’s Journey
In Liliana’s grandparents' home in Bulgaria, many objects carry family memories of the period after the Balkan Wars. Like the home altar in the living room - how did it impact the family's history?
Buzludzha – Bulgaria’s Abandoned UFO
It looks like an UFO: Buzludzha, a peak in the Central Balkan Mountains, which is home to an iconic brutalist monument. An object of controversy since its construction in 1971. What do young Bulgarians think about the t... (more)
From Bern to Bucharest: “After all, we are Both Europeans”
Part 2 of the journey: 1474 kilometres or a 30-hour train ride – that’s what it takes to travel from Bern to Bucharest. During a university project, Salome, a young journalist and storyteller from Switzerland, spends two... (more)
Where Were you When…The Catalan Illegal Referendum Took Place?
Being independent from Spain or not? This question has moved Catalonia for decades. An illegeal referendum, held in 2017, was surrounded by violence and ended up in chaos: Hundreds of wounded people, the Catalan politica... (more)
From Bern to Bucharest: “The Middle Class of all Countries”
A 30-hour train ride – that’s what it takes to travel from Bern to Bucharest. Salome, a young journalist and storyteller from Switzerland, spends two weeks in Romania. She wants to explore the country and meet young Roma... (more)
Created by Chance: Informal Gatherings Between Magic and Horror
Some events and developments in European history are the result of pure spontaneity. Members of the EUSTORY History Campus editorial team traced this question and pondered the impact of chance on shaping the world around... (more)
From Peace to Populism: How Serbia Became an Outlier
Serbia at the crossroads: Uncertain times are fertile ground for autocrats and populism. This is what Petar and his peers from Belgrade experiences in his home country every day.
Graduating High School – in Times of War
Even in peaceful times, graduating high school and starting a new chapter in life can be a stressful experience. But how does it feel to graduate when your country is at war? This is what our author Marlene asked her Ukr... (more)
Kreuzberg – The Berlin Face of Contrasts
What are the reasons to live in Kreuzberg and is it a good place for young people? How diverse and culturally appealing is it? While in Germany’s capital city, the Editors' team took the opportunity to stroll the streets... (more)
#LivingBelgium: A Country With Multiple Personalities
How come Belgium spent nearly two years without a government? Does a Belgian identity really exist? Is a life without French fries possible in Belgium? While spending her Erasmus Solidarity Corps in Ghent, Liliana from B... (more)
What if… You Were an Actor/Actress in Ancient Greece?
Greek theatre reconsidered: During their journey to Greece, young theatre makers from Spain dived into ancient times. What if they had been acting centuries ago? In short videos, they show their answers.
How a German School Resists Far-Right Violence
In 2019, German politician Walter Lübcke was assassinated. The students of the school in his hometown reacted immediately and set a sign against far-right violence. This didn't remain without serious consequences.