The Future on Hold: Youth Unemployment Through The Eyes of the Romanian Youth
After months of sending applications, tailoring CVs, and refreshing my inbox for replies that never came, I finally landed a job a month ago. The whole summer was spent chasing opportunities that seemed endlessly out of reach. This is a story that, unfortunately, isn’t mine alone.
Back to school: Bullying overtakes schoolbag weight as parents’ top concern
The start of the 2025–2026 school year brought a shift in parents’ concerns in Romania: fear of bullying (38%) now outweighs worries about heavy schoolbags (33%) and children’s physical safety (32%).
Own apartment or parental home? The reality of young people’s housing in Europe
Housing affordability is becoming one of the biggest challenges for young people around the world. However, in some countries it is more difficult than in others. Unaffordable housing and rental prices are increasing the age of independence. What options do young people have if they want to leave their parents?
Managing personal finances is important, but how to do it right? Interview with finfluencer Fero Michalovich
Investing is supposed to be boring! That's what Fero Michalovich, aka furtnieco_speniazmi on Instagram, thinks. In the latest episode of the PulseZ podcast, we talked about investments - when, how, through whom and why to invest.
Smartphones in the hands of children: Where is the line between benefits and risks?
The opportunity to stay in touch with peers or screen addiction? Where is the line drawn between the positive and negative impact of smartphone use on children and youth?
Most Young Romanians Feel Uninformed About Politics, Study Finds
A majority of young people in Romania say they know little or nothing about politics, according to a new study by the Center for Independent Journalism (CJI).
How Much Time do Romanian Children Spend Online?
Almost half of Romanian children (48.3%) spend more than six hours a day online, most of it on social media, according to a new study by Save the Children Romania.
Too Young to be Mothers: Romania’s Teenage Pregnancy Epidemic
Over the past five years, Romania has recorded more than 88,000 births to underage mothers - the highest percentage in Europe.
