Meet the Pool of Young Journalists - Edition 2026

“Computer Science student from South Romania, blending tech with the raw pulse of cinema and underground music. As AIVImedia.hub’s music lead, I turn festival energy into stories of identity. I live for the unheard voices in mosh pits and indie films, bridging European youth through authentic culture. I’m here to turn the volume up on a generation that refuses to be quiet.”

“I am in my final year of Communicology and Public Relations studies at the Faculty of Philosophy in Novi Sad, and I work as Deputy Editor at the student media outlet Univerzitetski Odjek. Journalism was never part of my original plans, but through my studies, I came to realise that it is the only field I truly feel passionate about.”

“I am Caroline Kuba from Vienna, and a student at the University of Oxford. My background spans Creative Writing, Journalism, Content Creation and Design. I am driven by a strong passion for storytelling, arts and culture, cross-cultural communication, and climate action. I believe in journalism as a form of dialogue and see it as essential for shaping a brighter, more just future for eve”

“I’m from Italy and currently pursuing a master’s degree in International Relations at the University of Bologna. By joining the Pool of Young Journalists, I aim to cultivate my passion for journalism by combining storytelling with global politics and international affairs.”

“I was born and raised in Brussels, a city often seen as Europe’s political capital. Growing up there sparked my interest in politics on a broader scale, but also taught me that the city is more than its institutions. It is shaped by people, voices and everyday stories that deserve to be heard.”

“Hi! I'm a multimedia communicator and aspiring journalist from Greece. I'm particularly interested in foreign correspondence and blending data with human and community-centred storytelling at the crossroads of environment, health, gender and post-conflict realities. Through my journalistic work, I aim to cultivate belonging, connection and resilience by gathering people around facts and inviting them to build better futures.”

“I have a master’s degree in media, but I am currently working as an educator at a public library. I am passionate about travelling and enjoy connecting with people from different backgrounds. I am excited to be part of the 2026 Pool of Young Journalists in Europe, and this time I hope to connect with young people across the EU through my articles.”

“I am currently studying International Relations, a field that may seem broad or abstract at first, but which in fact mirrors most of my interests: politics, development, society, culture, languages, but above all, people and the stories they carry with them across borders..”

“Hi! I’m from Warsaw, Poland and currently I’m a university student doing Politics and International Relations in London. I’m interested in politics and I love getting to know different cultures, traditions and customs while travelling. I’m excited to work as a Young Journalist this year and hope to improve my storytelling skills!”

“Where there is a footprint, there was once a piece of soil stepped on by thousands, but only one who will be remembered. I am Marcos, a 19-year-old Spanish student of History and Politics. When free, I enjoy reading and writing stories, swimming and wandering through the city. For me, journalism is about bringing to light all those stories that never left a footprint, but did step on the soil.”

“I move between the worlds of communication and politics. As an EU youth delegate from a region facing brain drain, I'm passionate about amplifying the voices of invisible rural youth. My mission is to connect young people from small towns with opportunities that shape Europe's future.”

“I’m Nailah, and, like an old oak tree, my roots have spread across Europe. In storytelling, I find a way to unite, confront deep fears, and nurture new dreams. Writing has become both a refuge and a battlefield, where I inch closer to defining its undeniable p”

“My name is Oļesja, a freelance journalist from Riga, Latvia, and Deputy of Foreign Affairs for Young European Federalists (JEF) Latvia. My interests lie in EU policy, media literacy and youth participation, with a particular interest in how young people are represented on the decision‑making level both nationally and internationally. I am also interested -- currently researching for my bachelor's thesis -- in the media framing of migration in Latvia and the United Kingdom.”

“I am particularly interested in the intersection of (social) media, politics and culture. A recent graduate of the MSc International Relations at the London School of Economics, I seek to write about issues that Europe’s youth face in these sectors. With film production being a hobby of mine, I want to contribute to the Pool of Journalists in various forms. Other than that, I am passionate about cooking and football club Eintracht Frankfurt.”

“I am a Georgian law graduate based in Tbilisi. Having studied in Estonia, Latvia and Turkey, I am passionate about travelling, history and literature. I express myself through writing, art and music. I write about democracy, Georgian identity, Europe’s cultural diversity, and more - as we say in Georgia, the media is the light that must stay on.t stay on.”

“My name is Tia. I am a third-year student of English Language and Literature and Philosophy at the University of Split. I am an editor of the magazine "The Split Mind" and a competitive debater. In my free time, I volunteer, write poetry and prose, and organise events whenever I can.”

“I am Zeynep, a Turkish designer and aspiring journalist with a degree in Fine Arts and Design. I focus on visual storytelling that supports journalism and international dialogue. I believe powerful journalism is not only about words, but also about visual impact. I am honoured and excited to join the Pool and share diverse perspectives. In my free time, you can find me exploring European art galleries.”