Lilit holds a Bachelor degree in International Relations from Yerevan State University and is currently studying for a Master of Arts in European Studies at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University. As a result of her academic interests in global affairs, diplomacy, and political-economic issues she was selected to take part in the TFAS Prague Academic Programme at Univerzita Karlova v Praze (Charles University in Prague). Lilit is also a parliamentary intern at the National Assembly of Armenia and has extensive work experience including volunteering and youth work. She completed a successful youth project as an EU4Youth Alumnus, and at the moment, is actively engaged in implementing …

Soso is currently studying in Budapest, Hungary, and joined the YEAs network in 2018. Since 2021, he has held the role of Network Coordinator of the Georgian YEAs. Soso has a lot of experience working with different governmental and non-governmental organisations, organising, and managing local and international projects with them. He has taken part in, led, and organised up to 10 Erasmus+ youth exchanges, and is a certified peer educator and fact-checker as well. In 2019 he obtained a full scholarship for a Bachelor in International Relations at Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyetem (ELTE) (Eötvös Loránd University) in Hungary. He was selected by the Council of Europe as a participant in the “Y…

Luka studies Journalism and Mass Communications at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University and has also studied at the Humanities/ Film and Television Director (state IV) Faculty of the same university. In addition, he has also successfully finished studying at the School of Governance, Law, and Society at Tallinna Ülikool (Tallinn University), Estonia. Apart from that, has work experience within the sphere of Mass Communications, and apart from being a practising journalist, he is currently working on an ESC project, namely E-VOLUTION MEDIA / Bulgaria. He believes that he has a great task and responsibility to be a part of the new generation of professionals, having implemented the…

Giorgi holds a Bachelor of International Relations from Ilia State University, and he held a scholarship from The Fund for American Studies. He graduated from the American Institute on Political and Economic Systems in Prague, Czech Republic with the partnership of Univerzita Karlova v Praze (Charles University in Prague). Since 2015 he has been doing voluntary work for various youth NGOs, he was the European Voluntary Service EVS (Now ESC) Coordinator’s Assistant at Children and Youth National Center and a staff member at Silk Road Forum which connects East and West. He was the organiser of Global Entrepreneurship Week Georgia in 2018 and 2019. He was also participating in several Erasm…

Daria is currently studying for a Bachelor of International Relations at Ilia State University. She is an active volunteer in her community and works hard to promote education and other opportunities to the Georgian youth. She has strong leadership, analytical, communication and negotiating skills, and as a member of an ethnic minority in Georgia, her mother tongue is Azerbaijani, but she also speaks Georgian, Turkish, English and a little bit of Russian. She is interested in gender equality, foreign languages and cultures, education, international relations, and business. She is involved in different activities outside her studies, including serving as President of ‘Girl Up Marneuli’ and…

Dachi graduated from secondary school with an EU-funded International Baccalaureate Diploma in June of 2020 and is currently a gap-year student. He has participated in multiple international camps (TUMO, ESSC, SSAB) and has volunteered for numerous educational fairs and different campaigns. Apart from his experience as a YEA, he also has an avid interest in Computer Science and Economics, which comes from multiple STEM Projects and internships he underwent at the International Economics Relations Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia in the Summer of 2019. In the future, he wants to combine all his areas of knowledge to further promote youth engagement with increased l…

Pavel attained a scholarship to study Intercultural Communication at the Belarusian State Economic University where he obtained a Bachelor degree in Translation and Interpretation. He also holds a Master’s degree in Philology from the Minsk State Linguistic University. Since 2017, he has been engaged in teaching, translation and interpretation for state higher education establishments where he has been carrying out a variety of youth-related projects, such as knowledge-sharing sessions on the best practices of the European Union which can be implemented in Belarus. Pavel is truly looking forward to productive cooperation with all the members of the Young European Ambassadors initiative on…

Suad is currently studying International Studies at “ADA”Universiteti (“ADA” University). He chose this course of study courtesy his prior interest in the field of politics and society as well as  his abilities in communication skills and conflict resolution. Suad cites his experience at more than 8 Model United Nations conferences as having helped him to improve his debating and decision making skills, enabling him to engage more in the activities geared towards the young people of Azerbaijan. Suad shares his former and current titles: Head Organizer of the “I ADA Cycling Contest” (December 2016); Head of the Department of the Research and Development of the “Car-sharing project” (May, 2…

Shujaat is currently studying Internationals and is looking forward to a career in the field of Diplomacy and Political Science specialising in conflict and peace studies.. He develops his skills and knowledge with the help of articles, books and conferences. Shujaat is passionate about learning different languages, and can speak Russian, English, Turkish, but is also learning French and Persian. Since 2016, Shujaat has been involved in Model United Nations and other simulations. He has completed an internship at the Parliament of Azerbaijan and been involved in the work of the OIC for 2 years as a volunteer. Last but not least, he is the UN Young SDG Ambassador focused on Goal 16: Peace,…

Saba considers that volunteering in a variety of national and international projects has played a significant role in her professional development. She has volunteered at the Ministry of Education, State Committee on Work with Diaspora, the Ministry of Sport and Youth, in the largest NGO of South Caucasus – ASYOU, where she worked as the International Relations Coordinator. Saba also worked as volunteer team leader in departments such as Venue Management, NOC and Protocol at the 1st European Games, 42nd World Chess Olympiad, Formula 1 races and other big international sports events. In addition, she led the Art Club in her academy, and in 2016, together with her team, won the Enactus Nati…

Rustam studied EU Affairs, International Relations and Diplomacy in Belgium, Georgia and Azerbaijan. He holds a Bachelor degree from the “ADA”Universiteti (“ADA” University) and an advanced Master’s degree in EU International Relations and Diplomacy Studies from the College of Europe in Bruges (Belgium) with an ENP (European Neighbourhood Policy) scholarship. In 2019, Rustam was appointed by Young European Ambassadors’ Leadership to participate in the 4th Eastern Partnership Youth Forum in Vilnius (Lithuania) where he focussed on the EU Strategy for Youth and Eastern Partnership 20 Deliverable for 2020. In Brussels, Rustam worked as an intern at the European Parliament. In Georgia, Rustam…

Nurlan is a young professional interested in creative industry, sports, and major events management, with a background in international relations. He graduated from “ADA”Universiteti (“ADA” University) majoring in International Studies. In his third year of studies, Nurlan continued his education at the Nemzeti Közszolgálati Egyetem (National University of Public Service) with an Erasmus + scholarship. There he deepened his understanding of European institutions. In 2020, Nurlan completed his internship in the department of International Cooperation and worked with the Donors of the Youth Foundation of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Now, he pursues a career path in the creative industry, spo…

Nurana is currently in her second year of studies of Computer Science at the Debreceni Egyetem (DE) (University of Debrecen). Alongside her academic focus, she dedicates her time to different extracurricular activities.  Nurana has previously attended different workshops, including “Promoting Engineering” organised by GəncMİİB in cooperation with BP in Azerbaijan and eTwinning Plus by Erasmus+ with a view to improving her social skills. Nurana has also attended different Erasmus+ programmes in Denmark, Macedonia and Hungary. She is a representative of a local NGO in her city.

Dilara graduated with a Bachelor degree in Geography from Bakı Dövlət Universiteti (Baku State University). As a passionate environmentalist and human rights defender Dilara has implemented several projects at BSU THIK organisation. She is currently working as an IELTS instructor, having had experience in the tourism sector. In addition to her professional experience she has also been involved in different volunteering programs e.g. AITF, AARC

Abdul holds a Bachelor degree in Social Sciences from the Bakı Mühəndislik Universiteti (Baku Engineering University). Currently, he is working as a Communications, Visibility and Outreach Assistant at the UN office, Azerbaijan. Abdul is working for digital media and data visualisation on sustainable development through innovative storytelling tools. He is a data-driven digital media communications enthusiast & self-proclaimed tech nerd and creative digital marketing professional. He also participates in media and communication activities. As a Youth Ambassador at Global Alliance for Partnership on Media and Information Literacy, he is working to enhance the role of media and informat…