FLAGSHIP PROGRAMMES
National Network
North Macedonia
Address
Kire Risteski 11a, PrilepCountry
City
PrilepProvince
PrilepStreet address 2
Kire Risteski 11a, PrilepMobile Phone
+38978470400Telephone
078 470 400Telephone (other)
+38975755104E-Mail (2)
andrejt@ycp.org.mkE-Mail (3)
angela@ycp.org.mkE-Mail (4)
marija@ycp.org.mkWebsite
Click HereYear of Establishment
1999Contact Person1
Zoran IlieskiJob Title 1
PresidentContact Person 2
Andrej TosheskiJob Title 2
ESC CoordinatorOrganisation Type
Non-Governmental OrganizationFields of Activity
Democracy and community development, Environment/Sustainable development, Others, Youth and educationGeneral Information
Youth Council Prilep (YCP) is a non-governmental, non-profit youth organization based in Prilep, North Macedonia, founded in 1999. The organization works with and for young people at the local, regional, and national levels, with a focus on youth participation, active citizenship, non-formal education, volunteering, capacity building, and youth empowerment.
YCP provides young people with opportunities to develop their skills and creativity through workshops, trainings, seminars, mentoring, volunteering, and international youth mobility activities, including Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps opportunities. It also supports young people's participation in decision-making and democratic processes and works to strengthen cooperation between young people, civil society organizations, and local institutions.
Mission and Objectives
1.Young people in Prilep and the region are empowered, connected, and actively shaping inclusive, democratic, and sustainable communities.
2. Youth Council Prilep empowers young people through non-formal education, participation, international cooperation, innovation, and community engagement, enabling them to become active citizens and positive changemakers in their local communities and beyond.
Main Projects / Activities
Youth Council Prilep implements projects focused on youth participation, active citizenship, non-formal education, volunteering, social inclusion, and youth mobility. Its activities include workshops, trainings, youth exchanges, volunteering opportunities, student initiatives, career support, and community actions. YCP also works on environmental protection and sustainable development, encouraging young people to take an active role in their communities
How can you contribute to the Network in your country?
Youth Council Prilep can contribute to the Anna Lindh Network by actively engaging young people in intercultural dialogue, community activities, and civic participation. Through our experience in working with youth, organizing educational and community activities, and participating in environmental actions, we can bring young people’s perspectives and ideas to the Network. We would also be happy to support joint initiatives, share our experiences with other organizations, and help create opportunities for young people from different backgrounds to connect, learn from each other, and cooperate.
Why do you want to join the ALF Network?
We want to join the Anna Lindh Foundation Network to connect with organizations from different backgrounds, exchange experiences, and create new opportunities for young people. As an organization working with youth, we see the Network as a valuable space for promoting intercultural dialogue, active citizenship, inclusion, and cooperation. We are also interested in developing joint projects and sharing our experience in youth and community engagement while learning from other organizations across the region.