Balkan Hotspot

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Balkan Hotspot produces the online magazine Balkan Beats with articles that centres around art, travel, politics and culture within the Balkan countries. The magazine is available on https://issuu.com/united_societies_of_balkans where you can also check out previous editions. We also run the podcast radio Balkan Hotspot Radio! Download and subscribe to the podcasts here: http://www.spreaker.com/user/balkanhotspotradio. Everything is produced by volunteers from the European Solidarity Corps who are all volunteering in the non-profit organisation United Societies of Balkans. You can also find us on Instagram () where you can know more about our daily life.

What happens when you step outside your comfort zone and give yourself the chance to grow? In this episode, Nicolas shar...
20/08/2026

What happens when you step outside your comfort zone and give yourself the chance to grow?

In this episode, Nicolas shares his ESC journey with Balkan Hotspot — from managing anxiety and building confidence to discovering new cultures, connections, and personal strengths.

🎧 Listen to his story and discover what volunteering can give you beyond your CV.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/72qKDp0wy1ffE8Gdz06Csj?si=ZW1UCnq8R6GOoCvPi4xQsQ

Balkan Hotspot - The Podcasts · Episode

Old stones, warm lights, conversations in the night, and memories that already feel like nostalgia. Today in our "SKG in...
23/05/2026

Old stones, warm lights, conversations in the night, and memories that already feel like nostalgia.

Today in our "SKG in Motion" section, we host a selection of photo memories by Loane , who was in Greece with her mobility program for almost 2 months.

Enjoy the journey .

United Societies of Balkans

05/05/2026

What young people in Thessaloniki really think about street art?

01/05/2026

Our SWAP EVENT- spring edition is coming soon.

Thursday 7 th of May at 16.00-19.00.
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Time to share and update your wardrobe and life.

Disclaimer: no public wall was damaged during the filming 🙃🙂


24/04/2026

Friday Mood: on repeat 🎶

Our ESC volunteers sharing their current playlist!
Different countries , different vibes, one shared playlist.

🎧WHAT ARE YOU LISTENING TO?

Drop your current favourite in the comments 👇



17/04/2026

Not just another typical day in our ESC project 🎥

And yes, we made it more dramatic than necessary 😅




15/04/2026

In our latest cooking show, we stepped into the kitchen to create something simple, tasty, and meaningful—banana bread with a zero-waste approach! 🍌✨

Instead of letting overripe bananas go to waste, they transformed them into a homemade treat, showing how everyday cooking can become more sustainable with small, conscious choices.

This session was all about rethinking the way we use our ingredients, reducing food waste, and appreciating the value of what we already have.

A sweet reminder that sustainability can start right in our kitchens. 💛

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Once Upon a Time Thessaloniki! takes you on a short, immersive journey through the rich and surprising history of Thessa...
08/04/2026

Once Upon a Time Thessaloniki! takes you on a short, immersive journey through the rich and surprising history of Thessaloniki.

Join Timon and Loic as they explore the city's origins, from its foundation to its evolution into a vibrant cultural crossroads.

Listen our new podcast 🎙️



United Societies of Balkans
European Solidarity Corps Greece

Balkan Hotspot - The Podcasts · Episode

03/04/2026

On the occasion of International Women’s Day on March 8th, our ESC volunteer team from Balkan Hotspot took to the streets of Thessaloniki for a unique action filled with emotion and interaction. 🌸✨

By placing a mirror and a few notes, we invited the femininities of the city to pause for a moment, look at themselves, and answer a simple yet meaningful question: “What do you like about yourself?” 💬

Through this initiative, our goal was to raise awareness and highlight the importance of self-esteem and recognizing the positive qualities we often overlook in our daily lives. It was a gentle reminder to slow down and acknowledge our own worth. 💛

Every answer, every smile, and every moment was truly unique. 💛

As a small symbolic gesture, we also offered a flower to each participant, sharing a little extra beauty and care. 🌷

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who took part and made this action so special!

21/03/2026

Today, we stand together for equality, dignity, and justice. ✊🏽✨
March 21 marks the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination — a reminder that racism has no place in our world, and silence is not an option.

Let’s celebrate diversity, amplify voices, and challenge prejudice wherever we see it. Change begins with awareness, grows with action, and thrives in unity. 🌍🤍

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