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We are for the unblemished memory: in Russia and all around the world 🌍From Russia to Ecuador, from South Ossetia to cities across our country, young people are coming together to take care of the spaces we all share.🟢 This is what the “We are for the unblemished memory” campaign is about: small actions that create real change, wherever you are.Our international friends are already part of it — and so are participants of the International Friendship Clubs, turning streets and parks into cleaner, better places.Because no matter where we come from, we all share one home ❤️

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From the UK to Russia — and now to the IFY–2026 ❤️Recently, we had a visit of Alexander William Thorkildsen from the UK in our office. He lives in Moscow and creates content about our country — his videos gather millions of views.🟢 He is a member of the International Content Center and he invites all of you to take part in the International Festival of Youth 2026 in Ekaterinburg.Apply before April 30!

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The IFY–2026 is everywhere, even in Times Square 🗽While our delegation was working at the UN ECOSOC Youth Forum, there was another reminder right in the heart of New York — the Festival is getting closer 🟢The friendly mascots of Ekaterinburg and the Ural region are now inviting people in Times Square to join the International Festival of Youth – 2026.Applications are open until April 30, apply now!

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The Balkans are back in the spotlight 🇷🇸Our friends from the Gorchakov Fund have opened applications for the educational program “The Balkan Dialogue – 2026”, taking place on June 2–6 in Belgrade.🌀 The program will bring together young specialists, students, and researchers to discuss key regional topics like energy security, global changes, and the role of media — through workshops, expert meetings, and project work.💛 If you are 20–35 and interested in international relations and the Balkan region, apply via this website before April 26.If you have any questions, contact our partners at: balkans.dialogue@gorchakovfund.ru

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The most awaited recap of the week is finally here! Let’s catch up on everything we missed 🗽🔵 Building new partnerships in Africa🟢 We are in New York!🟣 The IFY–2026 got introduced at the United Nations!🟠 Participants of the UN ECOSOC Youth Forum shared their impressions about the IFY–2026🔴 Following our dream together with the whole world!

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Namaste from Bharat 🇮🇳Today, we discover India through the eyes of Khanak Upadhyay, a student from the region of Rajasthan. Through her story, she shares what it means to grow up in a culture shaped by nature, traditions, and strong human connections.Check the cards and experience India through her lens 📸If you’d like to share your #cultural_code, feel free to leave a comment, we’d love to connect with you soon ⭐️

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A true friend of the Festival since a long time 🇨🇲Jean Francois Nicolas has been part of the Festival community since 2017. Today, he leads the WYFD Project Office in Cameroon and has been actively supporting and empowering young people in Cameroon for over 9 years.In this episode, he shares his journey, his experience with the Festival, and his vision for youth development.🔖 Watch today’s video and let’s discover his #russian_lifehack!

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Following our dream together with the whole world! 🌍The UN ECOSOC Youth Forum in New York is still ongoing. The Rosmolodezh delegation and the WYFD team are actively working — presenting the IFY–2026 and holding meetings with international partners 🟢Our colleagues have already met with representatives from Brazil, China, India, Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, Ecuador, and other countries — discussing cooperation in youth policy, projects, education, and international initiatives.🤝 The dialogue continues, and the IFY–2026 remains one of the key platforms where these connections will grow.See you in Ekaterinburg! 🇷🇺

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“Youth is the light that brightens our world” 🇺🇳Participants of the UN ECOSOC Youth Forum in New York shared their impressions after the presentation of the International Festival of Youth 2026.They see it as a great opportunity for international youth cooperation, learning, and dialogue, a place where young people are truly heard.🟢 Watch the video and see how young leaders are amazed by our Festival!

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Friendly reminder: 21 weeks left ✍️You already know how to say “hi” and “thanks” (if not, check last week’s cards 📚)Now it’s time to learn something very important — how to say “How are you?”Check the cards and repeat this week’s Russian phrase 🇷🇺

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Indonesia just put us on TV 🇮🇩Our colleague and friend Fauzan Al-Rasyid, News Producer at RT Indonesia and head of the Indonesia Project Office, shared a report about our recent visit to Jakarta.Watch the video and discover what young leaders from Indonesia think about our Festival 🟢

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Our friend and content creator from India 🇮🇳You’ve probably seen him on our channel before — maybe in the #cultural_code column, where he shared facts about India, or in our “5 facts about Russia” series.🟢 Today, Jaydip Sakhia is back as a content creator and a participant of the International Content Center to say “hi” and remind you that applications for the IFY–2026 are still open.Apply before April 30!

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As always, we start the week with a quick game 👌Our admin decided to remind you how close you are to join the IFY–2026, and not only 🟢🔍 Zoom in and check your prediction!

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One more country joins the movement 🇮🇩Our team visited Indonesia to introduce the IFY–2026 and meet with partners, students, and young leaders.🟢 At the Ministry of Youth and Sports, we met with Deputy Minister Hendro Wicaksono, who emphasized more than 75 years of friendship between Russia and Indonesia and the importance of youth development in education, technology, and culture.🔴 Presentations of the IFY–2026 took place at the Russian Center for Science and Culture, the University of Indonesia, and Bakrie University, bringing together more than 300 students.🔵 We also visited the ASEAN Secretariat and took part in meetings on youth cooperation and international development.As a result, more than 1 000 applications have already been submitted from Indonesia 🟢It just getting more epic — apply now and be part of the IFY–2026.

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The most awaited recap of the week is finally here! Let’s catch up on everything we missed 🗓💙 Now 55 countries know about us — and it’s only the beginning💜 He is one of our most active content creators🧡 Maria Zakharova on the International Festival of Youth – 2026💚 From Canada to Russia — and he decided to stay!🩷 We’re on the news in Senegal

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Some cultures are not only seen — they are felt 🌍🇨🇩 Through music, family traditions, food, and childhood memories, Nlandu Nsuami Graeb from DR Congo shows what culture truly means to her. It’s a story about joy, unity, and staying strong together, no matter what.🔖 Check the cards and discover the #cultural_code of DR Congo through Nlandu’s eyes.

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From Canada to Russia — and he decided to stay! 🟢Meet Alexandre Jacob Roussell, who came to Moscow for just one semester… and ended up staying for years.🇨🇦 In this episode, he shares why he chose Russia, what surprised him the most, his favorite food (and tea), and his main advice for foreigners.Watch the video and discover his #russian_lifehack!

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Diego did it again 🔥As you already know, our friend and member of the International Content Center, Diego from Spain, creates content about Russia 🇪🇸❤️ This time, he shot a lit video about the Moscow metro, and it was even shared by one of the most popular Telegram channels in Russia, “Moskvach” (4 million followers).⬆️ Watch the video and enjoy the beauty of the Moscow metro!

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What a nice Thursday to enjoy some nature views ⭐️The year of 2026 was declared the Year of the Unity of Peoples of Russia. We take a moment to celebrate diversity, shared values, and the connections that bring people closer 🇷🇺Our friends from the National Project “Youth and Children” created this video to show Russia from a different side — real, diverse, and united.❤️ Watch the video and enjoy!

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23 weeks left until the IFY–2026 🗓We’re launching a new Russian learning column to help you prepare for the Festival in September 🟢📝 We’ll start with simple words, then go step by step until you can hold a basic conversation. And yeah… don’t forget to apply before April 30!