The VUB study found that one in three young people in Flanders have experimented with self-harm. Cases are emerging at younger ages, with more than half of Flemish students reporting at least one psychological symptom in the past week, such as anxiety, depression, or sleep problems
The initiative, which was outlined in an interview with RTL, will begin with an invitation campaign in November 2025, where 120,000 young Belgians will receive letters encouraging them to enlist in voluntary service
The group, consisting of four young women and two men in their twenties, had gathered in the city's central square to celebrate the arrival of the new year. However, what began as a joyful celebration quickly turned into a traumatic experience for the Belgian tourists
The survey revealed that while traditional tobacco smoking continues to decline among young people aged 12 to 18, the use of e-cigarettes has surged. Only 15.9% of respondents reported having smoked tobacco in the past year, down from 17% in 2021-2022
A recent survey conducted by the Flemish Sports Federation has illuminated a stark reality: aging facilities and insufficient resources are stifling the growth of sports clubs across the region
