EU Cross-Border Ambassador (DG REGIO)
- Program Interreg / DG REGIO
- Mandate 6 Months (2025 – 2026)
- Role EU Cross-Border Ambassador
- Location Italy – Slovenia Border
- Focus Youth Mobility & Social Inclusion
- Deliverables Policy Article & Video Storytelling
6-Month Mandate | Italy-Slovenia Border
As a Cross-Border Ambassador for the European Commission (DG REGIO), I actively promoted cross-border cooperation between Italy and Slovenia. My mandate focused on youth participation, social inclusion, and intercultural dialogue, bridging the gap between institutional policy and local communities
Strategy
Policy Analysis & Research: I authored an in-depth article titled “Invisible Barriers: Social and Linguistic Gaps among Youth in Italy and Slovenia” published on the official Futurium platform. The work demonstrated critical thinking and the ability to communicate complex policy issues to an international audience
Design
Digital Storytelling: I led the production and editing of a video project featuring interviews with young people and stakeholders. This project combined a user-centered narrative approach with professional audiovisual communication
User Experience
Public Speaking & Advocacy: In December 2025, I served as a speaker at a joint presentation in Brussels, focusing on youth employability, cross-border skills, and labor market challenges
Read the article on Futurium https://futurium.ec.europa.eu/en/border-focal-point-network/library/invisible-barrier-social-and-linguistic-gaps-among-youth-italy-and-slovenia
Watch the project on YouTube
Mr. Armenia consistently demonstrated strong digital communication and design skills, initiative, and a proactive professional attitude. I strongly recommend him for professional roles in digital communication, UX/UI design, and international initiatives
Simona Pohlova
Acting Head of Unit, DG Regional and Urban Policy
