The OSCE Presence in Albania in co-operation with the Municipality of Tirana and the Regional Youth Cooperation Office are launching a Call for Applications for the third edition of #YouthTrail2019. Also, Promoting OSCE Values among Youth to be held from 22-26 May 2019 in Tirana, Albania.

Moreover, The OSCE has a comprehensive approach to security that encompasses politico-military, economic and environmental and human aspects. It, therefore, addresses a wide range of security-related concerns, including arms control, confidence- and security-building measures, human rights, national minorities, democratization, policing strategies, counter-terrorism, and economic and environmental activities. All 57 participating States enjoy equal status, and decisions are taken by consensus on a politically, but not legally binding basis. The OSCE works for stability, peace, and democracy for more than a billion people, through political dialogue about shared values and through practical work that contributes to sustainable progress. Also, The OSCE’s comprehensive concept of security covers the politico-military; the economic and environmental; and the human dimensions.

Additionally, The #YouthTrail2019 is a learning, exchange and creative week in Tirana for 30-35 young people. Further, The Youth Trail is part of a series of activities to support regional connectivity among young people as a means of promoting peace and security in the region. Through interactive sessions, Youth Trail Participants will explore many things like:

• activism,
• youth engagement,
• human rights,
• gender equality,
• fight against corruption,
• countering violent extremism and
• Lastly, other relevant topics to youth and democracy.

Benefits from #YouthTrail2019:

• Youth Trailers will have the opportunity to attend the Cloud Festival, a multidisciplinary international event focused in music, dance and performance art taking place in Tirana.
•  meals and transport will be provided by the organizers.
• Also, accommodation (shared rooms in a hostel)

Eligibility

Further, OSCE looks forward to your application if you:

• Are an 18 to 24-year-old person from RYCO contracting parties.
• Are an active and engaged member of your community interested in youth regional co-operation;
•  Have a working knowledge of English.