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The National Youth Service in Kenya has launched a recruitment drive with over 700 openings for various positions aimed at young professionals seeking employment.

A 17-year-old has been charged with preparations to commit a terrorist act in Rogaland, according to the Norwegian Police Security Service (PST).

Kwara State Polytechnic in Nigeria will reopen on March 2, 2026, following a temporary closure due to issues related to the National Youth Service Corps camp.

A young man assaulted a shopkeeper after being denied tea.

Sarat Braimah, the Lagos Area Manager of the National Inland Waterways Authority, received the Nelson Mandela Pan-African Leadership Award for her contributions to national service and youth empowerment.

The Italian Department for Youth Policies has launched a new annual call for volunteers for the Universal Civil Service, offering nearly 66,000 places, with applications open until April 8, 2026.

Jan Ołdakowski emphasizes the need for more effective leaders in public life to unite people and uphold shared values in democracy.

The Korea University Alumni Association will hold its regular meeting on February 24 at Lotter Hotel in Seoul, while the National Pension Service seeks youth suggestions for social contribution ideas and LS MnM has donated funds to support vulnerable groups in Ulsan.

In Latvia, more than a third of volunteers called to the new State Defense Service face rejection due to health issues, amid an increased military recruitment effort since the spate of conflicts in Ukraine.

Many young candidates for the VAD service are disqualified due to health issues, particularly neurological disorders, with a significant portion requiring additional recruitment to fill the ranks.

The article discusses the controversy surrounding Tartu's decision to end the reimbursement of EMO (emergency medical service) visit fees for children and youth.

Last Butterfly, a youth-favored clothing company, has left hundreds of customers waiting for their orders, which the CEO claims are currently stuck in UK customs.

The Nigerian government has denied any plans for mandatory military service for youth, emphasizing a commitment to a volunteer armed forces and civic service.

The Nigerian Defence Minister has stated that there are no plans for mandatory military service for youth, emphasizing a commitment to a volunteer military model.

A 22-year-old from Finland, Olavi Heinosen, transitioned directly from military service to a lucrative job, earning around 70,000 euros annually without extensive education.

There has been a significant increase in shoplifting among youths at the S-market in Jyväskylä, leading to the closure of self-service checkouts when large groups enter the store.

S-market in Jyväskylä is implementing strict measures in response to a rise in thefts by young people, particularly concerning self-service checkouts.

A group of students from Palanga, Lithuania, has gained viral attention for offering free snow shoveling services to elderly residents, highlighting their community spirit.

A supermarket in Jyväskylä has decided to close its self-service checkouts to students due to a significant increase in shoplifting incidents.

A 9th-grade student from Tartu has launched a bottle collection service that allows young people to earn money while helping others dispose of their empty bottles.

A 16-year-old boy has been sentenced to youth care and community service for attempting to blackmail Lucas Simonsson of the humor group JLC for a quarter of a million kronor.

The Service Compact with All Nigerians has praised the National Youth Service Corps for improvements in service delivery, particularly during orientation camps.

Jordan has resumed its mandatory military service program called "National Service" after a 35-year hiatus, aiming to enhance military readiness and adapt to modern combat techniques.

R. Gaška, a former advisor to Lithuanian President V. Adamkus, passed away after a long illness.

Jordan has reinstated mandatory military service for young people starting in February 2026 after a 35-year break, aiming to enhance national defense capabilities.

A German court ruling states that the media authority cannot order internet service providers to block access to pornographic websites, highlighting failures in youth protection laws in Germany.

The Swedish Correctional Services has reassigned three convicts guilty of sexual crimes after a review revealed misplacements in youth associations.

Sweden's Prison Service is revising its policies to prevent convicted sex offenders from being placed in community service roles involving children, following public backlash over past placements.

A new service house with a hundred social apartments opened in Mustamäe, Tallinn, featuring spaces for a youth center and family support services.

Galaxy Backbone and the National Youth Service Corps have enhanced their collaboration to promote digital skills development in Nigeria.

Sweden has activated civil service duties requiring young people to participate in training for rescue operations, with a target of 3,000 trained individuals by 2024.

A recent poll shows that just over half of young people in Poland support the reinstatement of compulsory military service, with Gen. Roman Polko commenting on the challenges and possible strategies to encourage enlistment.

Governor Siminalayi Fubara encourages corps members in Rivers State to make a positive impact and assures them of support during their service.

A group of young men responsible for damaging trails in the Jizera Mountains through drifting will repay the damage and have already begun to work off their offense.

The Lagos State Government has launched the seventh edition of the Ibile Youth Academy, a program aimed at enhancing leadership skills among the youth.

The National Youth Service Corps encourages Nigerian youths to appreciate cultural diversity for unity and development during a cultural carnival in Anambra State.

A memorial service in Lutry honors Alexis Ralph Bollag, an 18-year-old who died after a prolonged battle with severe burns.

The Katsina State Governor has approved automatic employment for the best graduates of Umaru Musa Yar'adua University after their National Youth Service.

The article discusses the motivations and perspectives of Generation Z as they engage in social transformation efforts and navigate their identity in contemporary society.

Starting in 2026, military service in Mexico will undergo significant changes, reducing training duration to 13 weeks to make the process more appealing to young people, as confirmed by military officials.

In Hamburg, a new law requiring background checks by the constitutional protection agency for public service applicants is facing opposition from the youth organization of the SPD, the Jusos.

The Pentagon warns that it may sever ties with Scouting America unless it returns to its fundamental principles emphasizing service to 'God and country'.

Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur announced a program aimed at providing practical skills and knowledge for 8th-grade students to handle crises, as part of the National Defense Year.

The Public Employment Service aims to create over 120,000 job positions through targeted employment programs by 2026, focusing on women, youth, and long-term unemployed individuals.

The Protestant Church in Bavaria plans to send a letter to young adults regarding military service, offering counseling but stopping short of making specific recommendations.

France has begun recruiting thousands of young people for a new voluntary ten-month military service program, with the first participants set to start in September and plans to have 10,000 recruits annually by 2030.

France has launched a campaign for a new ten-month voluntary national military service aimed at young citizens, with training for participants set to begin in September.

The article discusses young French individuals aged 18 and 19 who are volunteering for national service, sharing their motivations rooted in patriotism and duty, as outlined by President Emmanuel Macron's announced initiative.

The French government and military leaders are launching a campaign to recruit thousands of young people for a new paid 'national service' lasting ten months, an initiative announced by President Emmanuel Macron in November.

The French government and military staff are launching a recruitment campaign to enlist thousands of young people for a new national service program intended to serve as a gap year before higher education.