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Republic of North Macedonia

Glossary

Last update: 13 November 2025
  • Active Labor Market Measures (ALMMs) – Employment programs under the Operational Plan for Employment, including internships, wage subsidies, and vocational training.
  • Berlin Process – An intergovernmental initiative aimed at enhancing regional cooperation and preparing the Western Balkans for EU integration.
  • Block Grants – Central government funds allocated to local authorities for various services.
  • Brain Drain – The large-scale emigration of highly educated and skilled individuals seeking better opportunities abroad.
  • Curricula – The collection of courses offered by an educational institution.
  • Donor-driven – Implementing activities based on donor priorities rather than organizational missions.
  • E-Democracy – The use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) to enhance citizen engagement in democratic processes.
  • Employment Agency of the Republic of North Macedonia – A public institution providing employment services and implementing labor market policies.
  • Games Without Masks – An international theater festival promoting cultural participation among people with special needs.
  • Green job – Decent work that contributes to environmental sustainability and social equality.
  • Individual Employment Plan (IEP) – A document developed for unemployed individuals outlining steps for job search support, education, or employment measures.
  • Law on Youth Participation and Youth Policies – Regulates youth organization, policy creation, and decision-making processes affecting young people at national and local levels.
  • Macedonian Qualifications Framework (MQF) – A national system regulating qualifications and aligning education with labor market needs.
  • Ministry for Social Affairs, Demography and Youth – The government body responsible for youth policies, social welfare, and demographic planning.
  • National Agency for European Educational Programmes and Mobility (NAEEP) – A government agency managing youth mobility programs like Erasmus+.
  • National Youth Council of Macedonia (NYCM) – The largest youth representative platform in North Macedonia, advocating for youth rights and participation.
  • National Youth Strategy 2023-2027 – A strategic document defining mid-term goals and priorities for youth development and policy improvements in North Macedonia.
  • Organization for youth – A registered organization that promotes youth interests but is not youth-led.
  • Parliamentary Club on Youth Affairs and Youth Policies – An informal parliamentary body working with youth organizations to advocate for youth interests in legislation.
  • Regional Cooperation Council (RCC) – A framework promoting European and Euro-Atlantic integration of South-East Europe through regional dialogue and economic development.
  • The Ohrid Framework Agreement – A political agreement promoting democratic governance and interethnic relations in North Macedonia.
  • Youth centers – Spaces offering programs that support young people’s personal, social, and professional development.
  • Youth Guarantee – A program ensuring all unemployed youth under 29 receive a job offer, further education, or internship.
  • Youth organization – A legally registered entity where at least two-thirds of the decision-making body consists of young people (aged 15-29), working to promote youth interests.
  • Youth participation – The process enabling young people to engage in and influence policies and programs that shape their lives.
  • Youth policy – A set of measures and activities designed to address the needs of young people and help them realize their full potential.
  • Youth Work – A structured process aimed at educating and supporting young people to achieve their full potential.
  • Youth Worker – A qualified professional who supports young people’s development through informal and non-formal education.