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