Empowering Young Leaders in Kosovo’s Energy Transition
EECSOK Empowering Young Leaders in Kosovo’s Energy Transition Empowering Young Leaders in Kosovo’s Energy Transition Why was the Energy Hub created? Kosovo’s green transition depends on developing the next generation of professionals who can plan, manage, and advance renewable energy initiatives. In 2024, under the Community Development Fund’s EECSOK project, the Balkan Green Foundation […]
Mitrovica Green Fest
EECSOK Mitrovica Green Fest Mitrovica Green Fest The Community Development Fund has supported the Mitrovica Green Fest for two consecutive years, focusing on educational initiatives, awareness-raising, and citizen-driven activities that encourage meaningful community engagement in environmental conservation. Since 2011, the festival, organized annually by 7 Arte, has served as a dynamic platform that combines art, […]
Nga Dora e Saj
From Her Hand Campaign details From Her Hand From Her Hand campaign is dedicated to recognizing the strength, talent, and creativity of women in entrepreneurship. Every product bearing the campaign’s slogan tells a story of dedication, skill, and innovation, crafted by women contributing to the business landscape. The campaign’s mission is to change perceptions and promote women’s contributions, encouraging consumers to support women-owned businesses and recognize […]
Mbroje, Duaje, Mbaje
Mbroje, Duaje, Mbaje Campaign details Mbroje, Duaje, Mbaje “Mbroje, Duaje, Mbaje” is a national environmental awareness campaign led by the Community Development Fund (CDF), within the framework of the Environmental Engagement for Civil Society in Kosovo (EECSOK) project, supported by the Embassy of Sweden. The campaign’s goal is to mobilize citizens, businesses, and institutions to protect the environment […]
Resilience Through VET: Ada’s Journey from Returnee to Entrepreneur
PROSPERO Resilience Through VET: Ada’s Journey from Returnee to Entrepreneur Ada’s Journey from Returnee to Entrepreneur Ada’s* return to Kosovo with her children in April 2019 marked the beginning of a challenging yet transformative journey. With four small children, all under the age of eight years old, Ada and her little ones were warmly accepted […]
Reintegration through Education: The “Catch UP” Educational Initiative in Pristina
PROSPERO Reintegration through Education: The “Catch UP” Educational Initiative in Pristina The “Catch UP” Educational Initiative in Pristina In the spring of 2019, the Municipality of Pristina faced an unprecedented challenge. A group of 110 citizens, comprising 4 men, 32 women, and 74 children, returned to Kosovo from the conflicts in Syria and Iraq, stirring […]
Strengthening Kosovo’s Local Referral Mechanisms through Channel Training
PROSPERO Strengthening Kosovo’s Local Referral Mechanisms through Channel Training Community Development Fund (CDF) & Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) Background Kosovo continues to face complex challenges related to radicalization, violent extremism, and the reintegration of citizens returning from conflict zones. In response, the Community Development Fund (CDF), in close partnership with the Ministry of Internal […]
Successful Advocacy for Scholarships for Roma, Ashkali, and Egyptian Pupils by ECMI
HUMANRIGHTIVISM Successful Advocacy for Scholarships for Roma, Ashkali, and Egyptian Pupils by ECMI Successful Advocacy for Scholarships for Roma, Ashkali, and EgyptianPupils by ECMI In October 2023, pupils from Roma, Ashkali, and Egyptian communities faced barriers applying for scholarships due to missing ethnic affiliation documents. ECMI Kosovo and its paralegals intervened, advocating with municipal authorities […]
LENS Academy on Labor Rights
HUMANRIGHTIVISM LENS Academy on Labor Rights LENS Academy on Labor Rights LENS, of our partners helped the students of Law with internships to institutions. Such case as Gertë Berisha’s journey began with the Academy of Labor Rights, where she developed her passion for labor advocacy. She later joined research on employment-driven migration and now champions […]
FemArt & Artivism in Action (Artpolis)
HUMANRIGHTIVISM FemArt & Artivism in Action (Artpolis) FemArt & Artivism in Action (Artpolis) FemArt Festival hosted over 200 artists from 20 countries, showcasing theatre, film, and art dedicated to gender equality and resilience. Events like the Peace Conference and the bilingual play “Women of Troy” demonstrated how cultural expression could foster dialogue across ethnic and […]