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KSV/025
Support to civil society in Kosovo

Information

Country
Kosovo
LuxDev's country office
Kosovo Office
Implementation period
December 2023 - December 2026
Total duration
36 months
Total budget
1,000,000 EUR
Contribution breakdown
  • Luxembourg Government
    1,000,000 EUR

The overall objective of this project is to contribute to the development of a strong and dynamic civil society in Kosovo.

The specific objective of the intervention is to foster inclusive gender development and media excellence for advancing society in Kosovo.

The intervention is structured in three results:

  • women and minorities are empowered, enabling their active participation in promoting peace and security;
  • minority-focused civil society organisations' (CSO) capacities are empowered through entrepreneurship, financial, and digital literacy;
  • capacities of CSOs promoting media transparency and information integrity in Kosovo are strengthened.

It is to be noted that particular attention will be given to support the inclusion of the minority groups under each of the three results.

The project modalities are direct management and Operational Partnership Agreements. Three implementation agreements are foreseen with Jahjaga Foundation for the JWPS and CSOs to be selected following an open call for proposals.

Latest news

  • KOSOVO - Civil society project contributes to Women, Peace, and Security Agenda

    Published on 8 November 2024    By Veton KASAPOLLI    EN

    The Support to civil society in Kosovo project, mandated to strengthen democratic participation and foster a robust civil society, officially launched its first activity on 5 November 2024 within the partnership agreement with the Jahjaga Foundation.   

    This high-level event was hosted by Jahjaga Foundation in Pristina. Its purpose was to present its work over the years on the topic of the Women, Peace, and Security Programme and announce the expansion of its efforts to strengthen it through the support of the Luxembourg Cooperation.

    Jahjaga Foundation pledged to further empower women by enhancing their engagement and inclusion and ensuring the voices of marginalised women are heard nationally and internationally.

    “The Jahjaga Foundation believes that sustainable peace cannot exist without addressing all forms of violence and discrimination against women,” the organisation said in a statement.

    Her Excellency Ms. Atifete Jahjaga addressing the event

    Kosovo’s first female President founded the foundation, Her Excellency Ms. Atifete Jahjaga, whose background in security includes active support for women survivors of sexual violence during the Kosovo war and continuous advocacy for victims of domestic violence.

    During the event, Prime Minister Albin Kurti emphasised the importance of remembering Kosovo’s past, especially the resilience shown by its people and, in particular, its women. He also highlighted the government’s recent adoption of a Strategy for Transitional Justice to address these challenges.

    This partnership will lay the groundwork for establishment of Jahjaga Women, Peace and Security Institute. Through it, efforts will focus on raising awareness and influencing policy regarding women's inclusion and contributions to peace and security, particularly in Kosovo's multi-community society.

    The Support to the civil society in Kosovo project, funded by the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and implemented by LuxDev, the Luxembourg Development Cooperation Agency, aims to strengthen democratic participation and develop a strong and dynamic civil society in the country.