Martina Advaney

Youth Time highlights young inspiring voices bringing positive changes through different activities in their communities. In this piece, joining the worldwide celebration of International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development on December 5th, we will talk to the 27-year old, Leon Gojani from Kosovo, volunteering in the city built on seven hills- Lisbon, Portugal.

Our homes have always been one of the essential things in our lives. More than just a shelter, it's a place where we can be ourselves, express our personalities, hide away from the world, or welcome a small part of it into a unique space.

Meeting new people can be daunting for many of us. There are so many things running through our minds. We get hyperconscious by how we present ourselves, how we're dressed, or how the other person is reacting.

With a pandemic drawing us online, our work has followed suit, creating a potent breeding ground for job scams. So how can young people spot the dangers and not fall down the trap of quick employment?

Americans alone generate 25 million tons of garbage during the period between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. This guide can help you make a few simple changes to eliminate unnecessary waste and have a more sustainable holiday season.