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On Wednesday (10/12/2016), representatives from the Youth Council of the US Embassy attended a mock debate organized by The Youth Educational Forum (YEF) at the US Embassy. Participants from YEF represented the views of both major political parties in the United States, the Democratic and Republican parties. During the debate both sides talked about domestic issues such as the American …

We would like to start and thank all of the amazing applicants. We are humbled by the number of quality applicants we received this year. Our admission team has spent many hours this week reading through applications and CVs from 128(!) candidates. We worked hard and long to make sure we give each application and CV the attention they deserve. …

YOU CAN BE ONE OF US! CALL FOR APPLICATIONS The Youth Council of the U.S. Embassy in the Republic of Macedonia is seeking 10 new members.  This unique opportunity is open to all qualified youth in Macedonia. Together, we can make a difference! Why should you join our team? Develop skills to become a stronger young leader. Contribute towards empowering …

This June the Youth Council of the U.S. Embassy awarded certificates of appreciation to the amazing team of volunteers who helped out us to organize, implement and process our research project “Youth and Social Media in Macedonia”. We use this opportunity to thank them for their outstanding contribution. Our research will be published soon, stay tuned! Volunteering is a great …

Dear Youth Council friends,   We have the pleasure to announce a volunteering opportunity for three Research Assistant Volunteers who want to be part of the Research Project “Youth & Social Media in Macedonia” for the May-June 2016 period.   Who can apply? Undergraduate or graduate students of any field (Social sciences preferred) Good command of English, and fluency in …

AmCham Macedonia “Open a Door” Internship Program The AmCham Executive Office opened a call for university students from low income households to gain access to internship opportunities in cooperation with AmCham member organizations. Students simply need to submit a completed form and evidence of their low income status, then the AmCham staff will do their best to find an internship that suits the student’s interests and needs. STUDENTS: …

CALL for participation in the project and series of workshops “The hardest job is to find a job” (Stip 14 – 15 May) Are you young? Live in Stip or nearby? Unemployed and looking for work? Ever wondered which skills are needed to find the right job? The Youth Council of the U.S. Embassy in Skopje offers you a wonderful …

Building on the inspiring success of the “Humans of New York”, the “Youth of Macedonia” storytelling project will offer a glimpse into the daily lives of young people living in Macedonia. Through a vibrant blog displaying the stories and portraits of youth from every part of the country, “Youth of Macedonia” will voice the accomplishments, struggles, plans for the future, …

Want to study in the U.S.? Visit the EducationUSA Fair of Higher Education in the United States organized in Macedonia April 12the 2016 – Skopje EducationUSA in Macedonia and the U.S. Embassy Macedonia invite you to participate in the EducationUSA Fair of Higher Education in the United States of America, which this year will be held in Skopje on April …

On 10th of December the world marks the International Human Rights Day[1]. This is the day when the United Nations, together with many different organizations and institutions remind the world about the importance of respecting the human rights which lead to one equal society based on democratic values. This year’s Human Rights Day is devoted to the launch of a …