YEA Current location: Romania

Mălina Turtureanu is a Law and International Relations graduate currently pursuing a Master’s in European Law, driven by how legal frameworks shape real policy. She has worked on intellectual property and consumer protection cases, facilitated mediation sessions, and helped bring EU affairs closer to citizens through advocacy and public events. Passionate about the intersection of law, policy, and European integration, she’s committed to using thoughtful legal work to drive meaningful change. She currently volunteers with the EUROPULS Center of European Expertise.

Ruxandra is a former Schuman Trainee at the European Parliament and a recent graduate in Politics and International Relations, holding a Master of European Studies from University College London. With a solid background in diplomacy and strategic communication at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Romania and the Embassy of Romania in London, she operates at the crossroads of political analysis and human behaviour. Her work spans democratic participation, youth empowerment and human rights advocacy, shaped by sound experience in both governmental and civil society organisations. Whether...

Alina is a ambitious individual, holding a Bachelor degree in Law from the Universitatea din Craiova (University of Craiova). Currently, she is pursuing a Master’s degree in Private Law. In addition to her academic pursuits, Alina actively participates in various events. Her involvement extends to legal debates, conferences, and forums. She demonstrated her leadership skills as she took on the role of President of the Regional Youth Council. Her dedication extended to roles such as a volunteer at the Association of Law Students, Bassarabian Student’s Association, and local...

Ștefan is studying mathematics and informatics at “Gheorghe Șincai” National Bilingual College. He is a critical thinker, a quick learner, empathetic, but most importantly, he is a devoted volunteer who likes to organise charity events that bring his community together for a greater cause. He is very keen on learning more about international diplomacy and the inner workings of the European Union. He is eager to participate in and contribute to the goals represented by the European Union and make a true impact on the European community. In his free time, he enjoys playing the...

Luana is a high school student at “Samuel von Brukenthal” in Sibiu; even though her family is Romanian, she has attended the German school since an early age. Over the years, she drew nearer to the German minority group in Sibiu, becoming a young ambassador of the minority for a year. Her passion for debate opened her eyes to the vast world of diplomacy and geopolitical challenges, making her wish for change even greater. Luana is a keen traveller, so the opportunity to experience foreign cultures has become a hobby for her; she even had the chance to have an Erasmus+ experience on the...

Călin is currently studying mathematics and informatics in both Romanian and German at “Tudor Vianu” National College of Computer Science in Bucharest. In addition, Călin has a deep passion for international relations and a great desire to contribute to solving critical global challenges. Being the founder and coordinator of a youth association, he has a strong commitment to empowering the next generation. Călin’s journey is guided by a profound interest in the workings of the European Union, aiming to further improve it with his role as a Young European Ambassador.