Is there room for hope in times of conflicts, political crises, and deepening polarization? 50 young history enthusiasts from 18 countries explored creative ways of conflict transformation during the EUSTORY Experience.

Unlike those who pick more exotic Erasmus destinations, Decho chose Frankfurt. He was attracted by its educational reputation, but ended up finding many other ways to enjoy the city.

In Bulgaria, two ancient traditions reflect the powerful relationship between nature, Christian faith, and the human spirit: the Nestinari Fire Dance and the Ice Epiphany celebration.

“Those who contribute the least suffer the most” sums up North-South dynamics regarding global warming. Global cooperation, however, could put an end to this vicious circle.

How to navigate through the divides of today’s world? Using diverse approaches in creative workshops, critical discussions and intercultural encounters, young history enthusiasts from 23 countries equipped themselves with tools to drive cross-border collaboration and change forward.

When Mawa corrected the Italian pronunciation of her mother, an African migrant, she was given a nickname: “maestra”. Now she recalls it fondly, as she has become a teacher to migrants in Italy.

The trend is clear: Serbian youth are more conservative than ever. It’s easy to engage in isolationist, patriotic, conspiranoic narratives… But some alternative, open-minded communities resist.

What can conversations about the past teach us about the world we want to build? At the EUSTORY Summit 2023 “Dialogues to Remember”, over 100 young Europeans came together in Prague to explore memory, identity, and Europe’s shared stories.